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Sciatica

 What Causes Sciatica? 

The sciatic nerve is a large nerve that exits the spine in the lower back, travels under the pelvis, and navigates through many muscles on its way to the foot. Sciatica is nerve pain that travels from the low back down the back of the leg to the knee or foot. People may describe this pain as achy, sharp, burning, or electrical. Irritation of the sciatic nerve most often occurs at the level of the low back, pelvis, or muscles of the buttock region. Misalignments of the spine, pelvis, or both can add pressure to the sciatic nerve as well as increase muscle tension in the surrounding areas. These misalignments are often the culprit of irritation to the sciatic nerve.  

What Are My Treatment Options for Sciatica? 

Traditional treatments for sciatica include over-the-counter medication, cortisone injections, nerve blocks, or sometimes spinal surgery. These treatment options often come with side effects and do not fix the root cause of the pain.  

Here at Essentials of Life Chiropractic, we recognize that pain is a signal from the body that something is wrong. Our doctors are trained to remove irritation from the source by assessing and correcting misalignments of the spine and pelvis to alleviate pressure and irritation of the sciatic nerve. It is important to remember that only a small portion of the sciatic nerve processes pain. Other functions of the sciatic nerve include movement of the knee, hip, foot, and toes. For the nerve to fully heal and function, our doctors will create a comprehensive treatment plan specific to you. If your case requires additional forms of treatment such as physical therapy, massage therapy, acupuncture, or more, we are happy to make recommendations for your specific needs. 

What’s Next? 

Chiropractic care is a safe and effective option for those suffering from sciatica. Give Essentials of Life Chiropractic a call to schedule your consultation and examination with one of our doctors.  

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