Sciatica is a syndrome that develops when something like a herniated disc, bony cyst, or damaged joint compresses the sciatic nerve. People with sciatica tend to notice a wide range of symptoms, including back pain, leg pain, numbness, and weakness in their lower bodies. If left untreated, sciatica can become disabling and lifelong. That’s why it is important to seek treatment as soon as you can.
Common Risk Factors for Sciatica
Sciatica can happen to men and women of all ages, but it might be more likely to affect people who:
- Have physically demanding jobs that require a lot of bending, heavy lifting, and twisting
- Sit a lot and aren’t physically fit
- Have a family history of sciatica or other back pain conditions, including scoliosis
- Are involved in an acute accident, like a car crash or slip and fall
- Smoke
Since degenerative conditions in the spine can often lead to structural and alignment changes that compress the sciatic nerve root, advancing age is also a common risk factor for sciatic nerve pain.
How Our Tallahassee Chiropractor Treats Sciatica
At Lowery Chiropractic, we offer sciatica diagnosis and treatment, scoliosis pain management, and a range of other services to help restore your spinal health and quality of life. Our chiropractor, Dr. Chris Lowery, is trained in a range of chiropractic adjustment techniques that can decrease pressure on the sciatic nerve, paving the way for healing, reduced inflammation, and symptom reduction.
We enhance all of our chiropractic care services with natural techniques that support your body’s overall health, including massage and corrective exercises. You’ll feel confident in the individualized treatment plan we create for your needs.
Do I Have Sciatica?
If you’re struggling with back pain and related symptoms and are worried that you could have sciatica, contact Lowery Chiropractic at (850) 877-9150 to book an appointment with our chiropractor in Tallahassee. Let’s get you some solutions to your pain so you can start enjoying life again.