Sciatica is incredibly painful and extremely common. Up to 70% of people experience sciatica pain at some point in their lives. While this condition can be debilitating, a chiropractor is often capable of helping patients find relief from their symptoms. At Collins Chiropractic Center in Birmingham, our staff has many years of experience helping people find relief from their worst symptoms.
What Is Sciatica?
Sciatica is a condition where excess pressure is placed on the sciatic nerve, causing radiating pain from the lower back down to the legs. Usually, sciatica only affects one side of the body. Sciatic nerve pain is most commonly caused by a herniated disc in the lower back, but can also be caused by muscular inflammation. The pain can range from a dull ache down the leg to a sharp pain in the lower back, buttocks, and leg, which makes it difficult or impossible to stand up straight and walk.
How Can A Chiropractor Help?
When people experience sciatic nerve pain, it's typically caused by a herniated disc in the back that puts pressure on the sciatic nerve. A chiropractor is able to locate the herniated disc and use chiropractic techniques to relieve the pressure on the nerve. A chiropractor can also help you with stretching, exercises, and lifestyle tips that will help you find relief from your sciatica. Even if you're not currently experiencing sciatic nerve pain, it's important to see a chiropractor if you've ever experienced it in the past. Sciatica is likely to reoccur in people who have had it before. Being proactive in the treatment of sciatica is the best way to prevent unnecessary, long-term pain.
Call Our Birmingham Chiropractor
Sciatica can be debilitating. Don't wait to reach out to a chiropractor for help. At Collins Chiropractic Center in Birmingham, our expert chiropractors will work with you to help you find sciatica relief. Call us today at (205) 923-0151 to schedule your first appointment.v