Back Pain with Sciatica More Likely to Improve After Early Physical Therapy (VIDEO)
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Julie Fritz, P.T., Ph.D., University of Utah Health, explains research suggesting that for people who experience back pain with sciatica, meaning their pain radiates into their leg, it may be worthwhile to start physical therapy right away. That approach is different from the initial advice doctors often give patients with back pain, which is to try to remain active and give their symptoms time to subside before considering treatment like physical therapy.
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