WHAT IS SCIATICA?
Understanding Sciatic Nerve Pain
Sciatica describes pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve — the longest nerve in the body — which runs from the lower back through the hips, buttocks, and down each leg. The condition is caused by compression or irritation of this nerve, usually in the lumbar spine or the piriformis muscle deep in the buttock.
Symptoms can range from a mild ache to a sharp, burning sensation or even numbness and weakness in the leg. For many people, sciatica is debilitating — making it difficult to sit, stand, or sleep comfortably. Chiropractic care is one of the most effective non-surgical treatments available for sciatica.
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Common Signs of Sciatica
- Shooting pain down one leg
- Lower back pain
- Burning or electric sensation
- Numbness or tingling in leg or foot
- Muscle weakness in leg
- Pain that worsens while sitting
- Hip and buttock pain
- Difficulty standing up or walking
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How We Treat Sciatica
Lumbar Adjustments — Precise spinal manipulation in the lower back reduces disc pressure and realigns vertebrae to take the stress off the irritated sciatic nerve.
Piriformis Release — When piriformis syndrome is contributing to your sciatica, we use soft tissue techniques to release muscle tension and reduce nerve compression.
Therapeutic Modalities — Electrical stimulation and laser therapy help reduce inflammation, ease nerve pain, and speed the healing of aggravated tissues around the sciatic nerve pathway.
Rehabilitation Exercises — We teach you targeted stretches and core stability exercises to support the lumbar spine and reduce the likelihood of sciatica returning.
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Most patients experience significant relief within just a few visits. Call us today at (919) 873-2225