quickest way to get rid of sciatica by Shailendra Chourey
Is it normal to hurt after physical therapy Yes, it's common to experience some discomfort or pain after physical therapy, especially during the initial stages of treatment. This phenomenon is often referred to as: 1. Post-Exercise Muscle Soreness (PEMS) 2. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) 3. Therapeutic Pain Reasons for post-physical therapy soreness: 1. *New movements and exercises*: Unfamiliar movements can cause micro-tears in muscles and tendons, leading to temporary soreness. 2. *Increased intensity*: Progressing exercises or intensity can cause temporary discomfort. 3. *Breaking up scar tissue*: Physical therapy can help break up scar tissue, leading to temporary pain. 4. *Inflammation reduction*: Physical therapy can cause temporary inflammation as the body responds to treatment. *Normal soreness vs. abnormal pain*: Normal soreness: - Mild to moderate - Lasts 24-48 hours - Improves with rest and stretching - Typically localized to the treated area Abnormal pain: - Seve...