It is estimated that four in ten people will experience sciatica at least once in their lifetime. Sciatica is a condition wherein the sciatic nerve, the largest and longest nerve in the body that passes from the lower spine to each upper leg, gets irritated. The pain it causes ranges from constant to causing difficulty standing up or walking.
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There are various treatment options medical professionals or specialists recommend to sciatica patients, depending on the underlying cause and intensity of the pain. The most common are the following:
Medication: If the pain is not that severe and the cause is not serious, oral medication can be taken, including pain reliever, muscle relaxant, or even antidepressant. In some cases, epidural injections are also applied to reduce inflammation.
Chiropractic manipulation: Spinal adjustments can be made using chiropractic manipulation conducted by trained health professionals. The purpose is to provide better spinal column alignment so that the condition can heal faster.
Therapy: If the symptom persists for a few weeks, physical therapy may be recommended to reduce the pain and to prevent its recurrence. Cognitive behavior therapy is also beneficial to manage a self-defeating mindset.
Spinal decompression: This relatively new treatment involves a computer-controlled machine that gently stretches the spine to relieve it of pressure and introduce nutrients and fluid into degenerated and injured discs.
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Dr. Karl Jawhari, DC specializes in innovative solutions to chronic pain that are backed by years of research and reviews. He is also the founder of Core Integrative Health, a firm that consists of a compassionate and well-rounded team of medical professionals, office staff, and treatment therapists. To read more about chronic pain, check out this blog.
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