Your Wichita Chiropractor Is An Expert When It Comes to Treating Sciatica
I am aware from more than twenty years experience as a Chiropractor in Wichita helping people suffering from the pain of sciatica that the problem can be extremely incapacitating. Those who suffer from sciatica are unfortunately all too familiar with the type of deep pain that often radiates through the lower part of their body, accompanies their waking hours each day and interferes with almost all of their daily activities.
Could your low back pain be caused by sciatica? If your pain travels from your low back, through your buttock(s), down the large sciatic nerve in the back of one or both legs, and possibly penetrates into one or both knees, you are probably suffering from sciatica. Moreover, sitting, as well as movement, can be painful. Commonly lying down will decrease, or occasionally even temporarily eliminate the pain. Even so, you should be aware that sciatica cannot be corrected without proper care.
Radiculopathy
A radiculopathy is a medical term that describes a condition where a disc has protruded from its normal position in the spine and is causing pressure on the radicular nerve (nerve root) that forms part of the sciatic nerve in the lower back. This type of pressure can produce excruciating pain.
Increased pressure on the intervertebral discs, as well as imbalances in the muscles encompassing the spine, can happen during and after prolonged sitting, specifically in an awkward position. Usually, a particular event or injury doesn’t cause sciatica, but rather sciatica is likely to evolve over time as a result of ordinary wear and tear on the vertebrae of the lower spine. Eventually the lower spine can lose its normal functioning capabilities during common stresses.
Ultimately, the intervertebral disc undergoes small fissures or cracks that then let the soft nucleus to protrude the disc outward. If the disc pushes on sensitive tissues, it causes the pain that is commonly known as a ruptured, or slipped, disc. If the disc presses on the spinal nerve, sciatica is likely to develop. The good news is that most disc conditions, including sciatica, can be totally alleviated with chiropractic adjustments and management that frequently includes postural exercises.
Periformis Syndrome
Another cause of sciatic pain is periformis syndrome. Periformis syndrome happens when the periformis muscle, which is superficial to the sciatic nerve, goes into spasm and irritates the nerve. In addition to chiropractic adjustments, this particular sciatica can be significantly relieved by sciatica stretches that your chiropractor can recommend.
It is vital for you to see your chiropractor for treatment if you are experiencing sciatic pain. If you are in the Wichita area, as your Chiropractor in Wichita, I look forward to helping you to get out of pain and get your life back!