Chiropractic and Sciatica Treatment
Sciatica is a pain that originated in the lower back or buttock, and it travels into one or both legs.
The intensity and frequency of it range from minimal to moderate or severe. Also, the pain is occasional, intermittent, frequent, or constant.
Doctors describe sciatic pain as an achy and dull pain like a toothache. Some people feel an electric shock like shooting pain or a pins and needles sensation.
Burning, tingling, or numbness are also symptoms of Sciatica. Though it is referred to as a disorder, it is a symptom of disease actually.
What causes Sciatica?
The cause of Sciatica is due to the sciatic nerve compression. The prominent reasons are spinal disorders such as:
Misaligned vertebral bodies
Slipped disc
Pregnancy and childbirth
Spinal tumors
Piriformis syndrome
Non-spinal reasons like constipation or diabetes
Professional hazards such as prolonged sitting jobs
Since there are several reasons behind Sciatica, it is critically important to diagnose…
Read more