Sciatic Pain Relief Treatment Coconut Creek FL

Sciatica is a term used to describe a set of symptoms rather than a specific medical condition. It refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, which is the longest nerve in the human body. The sciatic nerve starts in the lower back (lumbar spine) and runs down the back of each leg. Sciatica is often caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve or its nerve roots. It typically affects one side of the body and can range from mild to severe. Dr. Barnard is skilled at figuring out the root cause of your sciatica and offering long lasting, natural sciatica leg pain treatment.

Common causes of sciatica include:

Herniated Disc:

A herniated or bulging disc in the lumbar spine can press on the sciatic nerve roots, leading to symptoms of sciatica.

Spinal Stenosis:

Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal, which can compress the nerve roots that form the sciatic nerve.

Piriformis Syndrome:

The sciatic nerve can be compressed or irritated by the piriformis muscle, which runs deep in the buttock. This is known as piriformis syndrome.

Degenerative Disc Disease:

The natural aging process can lead to changes in the spine, such as disc degeneration, that contribute to sciatica.

Spinal Trauma:

Injuries, accidents, or trauma to the spine can cause compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve.

Spondylolisthesis:

This condition involves one vertebra slipping forward over another, potentially compressing the sciatic nerve roots.

Chiropractic Care for Sciatica

Depending on the cause of your sciatica, your treatment will be focused on your low back. Dr. Barnard will customize a treatment plan that’s right for you. This treatment will focus on the root cause of your sciatica and provide a multifaceted treatment approach to optimize your spinal alignment and health.