Sciatica Treatment

At Michaux Family Chiropractic, our chiro offers care to the city and surrounding region. We offer an all-natural solution to relieve pain and discomfort from sciatica and other similar issues. Sciatica isn't considered a condition; it's a symptom of various problems, and we try to treat the cause rather than just relieve your sciatica.  

Definition of Sciatica

Sciatica is a term used to describe pain or discomfort that occurs along the path of the sciatic nerve. The nerve runs along the lower back and extends through your hips, buttocks, and legs. Those who have sciatica will notice they have numbness, tingling or burning anywhere along the path of the sciatic nerve. It's even possible that those who have sciatica will have weakness in the muscles.  

What Causes Sciatica

Sciatica can happen as a result of an injury that causes the nerve to compress. Some people develop sciatica because of lumbar spinal stenosis, which is a term used to describe a narrowing in the channel of the lower portion of the spinal column. A breakdown of the cushions in between the vertebrae can cause sciatica and so can spondylolisthesis, a condition that occurs when one vertebra slips over another one. Pregnancy and diabetes will also cause sciatica. 

Diagnosing Sciatica

Our chiropractor diagnoses sciatica via the patient's symptoms, medical history and possibly imaging. We figure out the root of the problem during our evaluation and determine a course of action that targets the issue.

Healing Sciatica Through Chiropractic Care

One of the main treatments we utilize to assist with relieving sciatica pain is spinal manipulation. Our chiropractor will move the vertebrae in the spine manually in order to take pressure off of the sciatic nerve. In addition, a spinal adjustment has the potential to improve movement in your spine, which reduces the chances of any part of the spine placing pressure on or agitating the sciatic nerve. 

We use cold therapy to relieve inflammation, which helps to manage the pain. We may also use hot therapy to relax the soft tissue around the nerve. Massage therapy is another useful treatment for relieving the symptoms of sciatica. It has the potential to soothe the muscles around the sciatic nerve, which help to relieve discomfort and pressure on the nerve. Nutrition counseling may help the condition as well. Our family chiropractor will recommend lifestyle and diet changes that aid in weight loss and reduce the amount of pressure on the nerve. 

Schedule an Appointment with Your Clermont Chiropractor

If you want to find relief from the numbness, weakness, pain, and discomfort associated with sciatica. Contact Michaux Family Chiropractic today by calling 352-243-7300.