Sciatica VS Piriformis Syndrome - Relief Workouts

"Sciatica and piriformis syndrome can seem quite similar, parularly in terms of symptoms, and this similarity in how they feel has caused considerable confusion for doctors and patients alike. Some individuals have stated that they are actually the same thing, but despite similarities in symptoms, the underlying causes of the two conditions are different.



Sciatica refers to irritation of the sciatic (o

ften mis-spelled as syatic or psyatic) nerve, that arises from nerve roots in the lumbar spine. The most common cause of sciatic nerve irritation, or "true" sciatica is compression of one or more of its component nerve roots due to disc herniation or spinal degeneration in the lower lumbar region. Sciatica usually begins in the buttock area and, depending on the severity of the underlying nerve comression and inflammation, may extend down the entire leg to the ankle and foot.


Piriformis syndrome is sometimes called false sciatica, because instead of actual nerve irritation, it is caused by referral pain.) caused by tight knots of contraction in the piriformis muscle, which attaches to the upper femur bone and then runs across the back of the pelvis to the outside edge of the sacrum, the triangular pelvic bone at the base of the spine. The symptoms of piriformis syndrome are very similar and may be indistinguishable from true sciatica.


In some cases, piriformis syndrome may cause true sciatic nerve irritation, as the sciatic nerve may run underneath or even through the middle of the piriformis, so contraction of the piriformis may produce sufficient compression of the sciatic nerve to produce actual nerve symptoms. This is one of the main sources of confusion when it comes to distinguishing true sciatica from piriformis syndrome.


As mentioned earlier, the symptoms of true sciatica are very similar to piriformis syndrome. Both cause pain, tingling, burning, "electrical shock" sensations, and/or numbness down the leg, often all the way to the foot. In addition, both sciatica and piriformis syndrome tend to be at least partially related to biomechanical functional problems in the joints of the back and pelvis and they may even be present simultaneously in the same person, so it an be difficult to tell them apart.


But since the most effective treatment for the two conditions varies signficantly, it is important to determine the correct diagnosis if at all possible. In most cases there is an easy way to distinguish between sciatica and piriformis syndrome.


In most cases, sciatica can be differentiated from piriformis syndrome with a couple of simple test maneuvers. To begin, from a seated position, one straightens the knee on the side of sciatic pain, holding the leg out straight and parallel to the floor, and if this position causes an increas in symptoms, it is a good indicator of true sciatica.


The second maneuver is done in two parts. First, from the sitting position one bends the leg and pulls the knee on the painful side towards the same-side shoulder. In all but the most severe cases, there is usually no major increase in pain in this position. The second part of the maneuver is to pull the knee toward the opposite side shoulder. An increase in the sciatica-like symptoms is a strong indication of piriformis syndrome.


It is important to distinguish between sciatica and piriformis syndrome, because the treatment for the conditions varies, and getting the diagnosis right typically leads to more effective treatment."


Source :
Sciatica vs. Piriformis Syndrome
by Dr. George Best
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Relief Excersices what I used to reccomend to you in pictures:

Hungarian Famous Reciepe - Meaty Pancakes from "Hortobágy"

"Hortobágyi Húsos Palacsinta"

Meat Pancakes from "Hortobágy" 

First of all just to let you see what is Hortobágy (because this is very famous town in Hungary about it's 9 hole bridge :) and so on see pictures

This traditional Hungarian dish was among the top 10 in the mains category in a 2010 online vote to find the nation’s favorite dishes. It can also be served as a hot starter. This is a translation of a recipe published on desszert.eu, which serves eight people.




Ingredients:
For the chicken paprikás:
700 grams chicken breast filets
1.5 onions
600-700 milliliters water
3 teaspoons paprika
Salt
Ground black pepper
Peppers and tomatoes if desired
For the thickening agent (habarás):
175 milliliters sour cream
50 grams flour
8 pancakes

Method:Wash the chicken breast filets, cut them into small pieces, and set aside. Dice the onion and roast in a little oil. Add salt and black pepper. When the onion turns reddish, add meat and fry. Add paprika and enough water to cover the ingredients. If desired, add peppers and tomatoes. Steam under cover for 40 minutes. Make the thickening agent: Mix the sour cream and the flour until smooth. Filter the meat but keep the water. Set the meat aside, place the water back on the cooker and thicken it. Cook while stirring until the “flouriness” is gone. Once the sauce is thick, set it aside. Grind the meat, place a 3-4-millimeter thick amount of ground meat in a square on the pancakes and pour the sauce on top. Fold the pancakes, pour more sauce on top, decorate with parsley and serve with sour cream.
— 10/03/22



From: http://www.chew.hu/hortobagyi_husos_palacsinta/

Water & you - Fall in love?

Water and you - fall in love?

"Mayo Clinic

How many folks do you know who say they don't want to drink anything before going to bed because they'll have to get up during the night!!

Heart Attack and Water - I never knew all of this ! Interesting.......

Something else I didn't know ... I asked my Doctor why people need to urinate so much at night time. Answer from my Cardiac Doctor -
Gravity holds water in the lower part of your body when you are upright (legs swell). When you lie down and the lower body (legs and etc) seeks level with the kidneys, it is then that the kidneys remove the water because it is easier. This then ties in with the last statement!

I knew you need your minimum water to help flush the toxins out of your body, but this was news to me.

Correct time to drink water... Very Important. From A Cardiac Specialist!

Drinking water at a certain time maximizes its effectiveness on the body:

2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs
1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion
1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure
1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack


I can also add to this... My Physician told me that water at bed time will also help prevent night time leg cramps.

Your leg muscles are seeking hydration when they cramp and wake you up with a Charlie Horse.
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Regards,
Andrea

www.healingamulet.ie