Your sciatic nerve is the largest in your body, running from your lower back down your legs. If this nerve is compressed or becomes inflamed, it can lead to sharp, burning, or shooting pain, a condition referred to as sciatica. No matter your lifestyle, sciatic nerve pain can be debilitating, making it difficult to perform everyday responsibilities.
If this burning, shooting pain has made it difficult for you to get anything done, our team at Grant Chiropracitc is here to help. With over 40% of adults in the U.S. expeirencing this condition every year, you can trust that you aren’t alone in your pain. When you’re ready to find the relief you deserve, trust that we have the training and experience to help you through this process.
What is Sciatica?
Sciatica is more than standard back pain. This discomfort is described as a burning pain that radiates from your low back through your buttocks and into your legs. In some cases, individuals experiencing this pain will deal with mild aches and discomfort. However, as this pain goes unaddressed, the discomfort can quickly spiral out of control.
When you’re dealing with sciatica, it can be difficult to perform everyday activities. Acts as simple as bending over to pick up a box become unbearable. In some cases, this discomfort will resolve on its own. But, in some more severe cases, you’ll need medical intervention through comprehensive chiropractic care to treat your pain.
If you’re dealing with sciatica, our team at Grant Chiropractic is here and ready to help. We have years of experience helping patients across the Wasatch Front find pain relief. Whether your symptoms have just emerged or you’ve dealt with them for months, we’re committed to helping you find lasting relief.
Understanding the Root Cause of Your Pain
If you’re dealing with sciatic nerve pain, it can be exhausting and frustrating, especially if it affects your ability to work, exercise, and sleep comfortably. Understanding what is behind your sciatica is key to effective treatment. There are a few different reasons why your sciatica may flare up, including:
- Herniated or Bulging Discs: If the discs in the spine push through cracks in the outer layer, they can press on the sciatic nerve root, leading to increased discomfort.
- Spinal Misalignment: Misaligned spinal bones can put pressure on nearby nerves, increasing your sciatic pain.
- Degenerative Disc Disease: As we age, spinal discs can wear down, leading to an increased risk of nerve compression.
- Spinal Stenosis: The narrowing of your spinal canal may put pressure on the nerves and is common in older adults.
- Piriformis Syndrome: If the piriformis muscle in the buttocks tightens or spasms, it can irritate the underlying sciatic nerve.
Whether your pain came on suddenly or has been building over time, a proper diagnosis is the first step toward pain relief. Our teat at Grant Chiropractic will provide comprehensive physical exams and suggest X-rays, MRIs, and CTs to help you find the root of your discomfort.
How Chiropractic Care Helps Treat Your Sciatica
Chiropractic care is a gentle, non-invasive, and drug-free way to address your sciatic pain. Rather than masking your symptoms with pain medication, our Grant Chiropractic team focuses on correcting the underlying structural problems that are causing your discomfort. Some of the treatments our chiropractic team will offer include:
- Spinal Adjustments: Our team will provide adjustments to realign the spine, reduce nerve pressure, and improve mobility.
- Decompression Therapy: If you’re dealing with a herniated disc, spinal decompression can relieve this pressure and help it heal.
- Soft Tissue Therapy: Massage, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release can release tension and inflammation around your sciatic nerve.
- Corrective Exercises: Strengthening and stretching targeted muscle groups can help support your spine and prevent future flare-ups.
- Lifestyle Modifications: We’ll help you make ergonomic, posture, and lifestyle changes to support long-term healing and pain prevention.
Ourtreatment plans are customized to fit your condition, symptoms, and lifestyle. We work with you to develop a care plan that thoroughly addresses your sciatica symptoms and allows you to regain your quality of life. Don’t put off pain relief for one more day. Contact Grant Chiropractic for support and trust that a pain-free life is within your reach.
Start Your Journey to Pain-Free Movement
Sciatic nerve pain can be detrimental to your everyday life. No matter your lifestyle, this pain can make it difficult to get anything done. But, when you turn to Grant Chiropractic for support, you can trust that you’re on the path toward a pain-free life. Our team can help you find pain relief without relying on over-the-counter pain medication and potential surgeries. With personalized care, a compassionate team, and proven techniques, we’ll help you through every step of your recovery.
If you’re ready to take the first step toward relief, contact our Kaysville-based team today to schedule your consultation.
