Non-Invasive Treatment for Sciatica. Get Pain Relief
Non-Invasive Treatment for Sciatica
Sciatica is a painful ordeal to have to live with. At Pure Health Chiropractic and Wellness serving the Union, KY, and
Northern Kentucky areas, chiropractors offer patients a variety of treatments, which include medicine, physical therapy, and injections. But because you may not know if you have sciatica or not, here are some FAQs about sciatica:
What is sciatica?
It's nerve pain caused by injury or irritation in your buttock/gluteal area. The pain is more severe in your leg than in your lower back. Pain may worsen if you sit or stand for too long or during jolting movements made like when you sneeze or cough may also make it worse.
What does sciatica pain feel like?
Sciatica may occur suddenly or gradually and people feel pain in a variety of ways and/or intensities:
- sharp
- shooting
- jolts of pain
- burning
- electric
- stabbing
What increases the risk for sciatica?
- Injury
- Aging
- Obesity
- Weak core muscles
- Poor posture
- Diabetes
- A physically straining job
- Osteoarthritis
- An inactive lifestyle
- Smoking
Management and Non-Invasive Treatment for Sciatica
Your doctor will work on decreasing pain and increasing or improving mobility which may go away with time or require more robust treatments.
Self-care and medicines are smart first options:
- Apply ice and/or hot packs for 15-20 minutes
- Performing gentle stretches
- Prescription medications
- Physical therapy
Can you prevent sciatica?
- Try maintaining a good posture
- Avoid smoking since nicotine reduces the blood supply to bones.
- Exercise regularly to maintain a healthy weight
- Opt for physical activities, like sports, and avoid straining your back by speaking with a chiropractor or fitness expert.
Do you need to speak with a specialist?
For more information on Sciatica in Union, KY, and Northern Kentucky, call Pure Health Chiropractic & Wellness at (859) 647-7780 today.
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