Search Results for: sciatica

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  Is My Back Pain Sciatica?

  September 24, 2018

  Sciatica pain can feel like it’s shooting through the back of the legs, sometimes even down to the toes. Learn more about the reasons behind sciatica.Read More

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  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation

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  Causes and Treatment for Sciatica

  December 5, 2022

  Sciatica is often caused by a herniated disc. Learn more about preventing and treating sciatica, as well as whether you're at risk.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

  Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation

  Tagged with: back pain, chronic pain, herniated disc, pain management, physical therapy, sciatica

  

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  Do Antidepressants Work?

  April 27, 2022

  If you're feeling depressed, you may be wondering: Are antidepressants really necessary? Learn how antidepressants work.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health

  Tagged with: New Here - Mental Health

  

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  What Is Nonsurgical Musculoskeletal Care?

  October 1, 2021

  Surgery isn't an option for everyone. Sometimes patients can have risk factors that are not ideal for them to go through surgery.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation

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  The UPMC Passavant Spine Center: A Life Restored After Back Surgery

  August 4, 2020

  For 15 years, Bob Loftis endured on-and-off sciatica pain that made it difficult for him to walk. The Bridgeville resident usually ‘toughed it out,’ waiting for the pain shooting down his leg to subside.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Spine Health

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Spine Health

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  The High Price of High Heels: My Day in Heels

  May 10, 2019

  See how heels can affect your back and spine in our blog!Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

  Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Living and Wellness, Women's Health

  Tagged with: Pinnacle Health

  

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  How Does Acupuncture Work? Explaining an Ancient Medicine

  October 13, 2017

  Treating chronic pain is challenging, and you may wonder how does acupuncture work when treating pain. Get the lowdown on this practice and how it helps.Read More

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  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: acupuncture, acupuncture points, pain, pain medicine, pain treatment

  

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  When to See a Chiropractor

  June 2, 2016

  When is it time to call a chiropractor, and what can you expect during your appointment? Learn more with our guide to chiropractic care.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Center for Integrative Medicine

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: adjustment, back pain, chiropractic, chiropractor, headaches, neck pain, sciatica, spinal manipulation

  

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  Reduce Back Pain by Sleeping Position

  March 8, 2023

  The average adult will spend one-third of their life sleeping. Learn how to lessen back pain caused by different sleeping positions.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health

  Tagged with: back pain; sleeping position;, sleep quality, sleep schedule, sleeping