Sciatica

Sciatica

Pain in the legs and lower back may be caused by compression of the sciatic nerve. Learn more about how chiropractic and acupuncture can help relieve the pain of sciatica. The chiropractor is trained to diagnosis mechanical problems of the spine which often lead to sciatica.

Sciatica pain relief can be achieved quickly with the combination of chiropractic and acupuncture. Relief of pressure on the sciatic nerve is usually due to mechanical issues involving the lower lumbar vertebrae. There is not always a permanent cure for every sciatica case but the sciatica symptoms can usually be effectively managed.  Sciatica symptoms usually involve pain in the buttock area which involve the piriformis muscle and sacroiliac joints. These areas must be addressed as part of the cure for sciatica. Permanent pain relief for sciatica also involves assigning specific rehabilitation exercises to strengthen the spine which is a major factor in treating sciatica. There also specific stretches and sciatica exercises for the chiropractor to consider. Sciatica causes can be due to ergonomics or trauma. Sciatica remedies often include herbal remedies along with acupuncture and chiropractic adjustments. Chronic sciatica can take more time to resolve than simple lower back pain. In cases of unsuccessful sciatica surgery acupuncture may still be effective.