Sciatica

Sciatica Relief From Your Midtown New York Chiropractor

The goal of relieving pain from Sciatica is to encourage the body to heal itself. During a physical exam, we check the spine for any irregularities. Then, spinal adjustment is performed to correct imbalances. Depending on your exam, a treatment can also include massage, physical therapy, acupuncture.

Sciatica occurs with compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve – originating in the lower spine and running down each buttock and leg. When the nerve is irritated, consistent pain symptoms occur:

  • Discomfort radiating down one buttock or leg
  • Worsening discomfort when seated
  • Tingling or burning sensation
  • Weakness when moving foot or toes

Many of the patients who visit our NuView Health Medical practice with neck, back, or leg pain suffer from a mysterious condition called sciatica. In some cases, their discomfort is so pronounced that they cannot perform everyday activities. Our NYC chiropractor is able to offer natural treatment that helps bring relief without surgery or medication. Our office in Midtown New York is directly in front of Rockefeller Center. We serve Manhattan and are convenient to individuals in ZIPs 10017, 10019, 10020, 10022, and 10036. 

Overview of Sciatica

The belief that sciatica is a specific condition is a misconception. More accurately, it is a symptom of a health disorder.

Discomfort occurs with compression or even irritation of the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the body. This nerve originates in the lower spine and runs down each buttock and leg.

Our doctor notes that several lower-back disorders are causes of the sciatic discomfort that patients experience:

  • Lumbar herniated discs
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Degenerative disc disease

Other disorders linked to this discomfort include piriformis syndrome, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, pregnancy, muscle strain, and scar tissue. Rarely, healthcare providers attribute it to a spinal tumor, an infection, or a spinal fracture. Carrying extra weight and using any type of nicotine are risk factors.

Patients often describe the problem as:

  • Continual discomfort in one buttock or leg
  • Worsening discomfort when seated
  • Searing pain, tingling, or burning in a leg
  • Numbness; weakness; or trouble moving a leg, foot, or toes
  • Difficulty walking or standing due to discomfort
  • Radiating pain down a leg and sometimes into the foot and the toes

Chiropractic Treatment Options

The goal of our doctor is encouraging the body to heal itself and bring relief from sciatic discomfort. During a physical exam, chiropractors check the spine for any irregularities that could cause back, hip, or neck problems. Spinal adjustment and manual manipulation play an important role in chiropractic treatment of this condition.

A patient’s customized treatment plan might also include ice/cold application for discomfort, physical therapy, acupuncture, ultrasound therapy, and/or massage services.

Schedule a Consultation with Our Manhattan Chiropractor

Is sciatica interfering with your favorite activities or your normal daily routine? Our NYC chiropractors, helps patients get relief from leg, neck, and back discomfort using non-invasive, drug-free treatment. We offer a full range of wellness therapies, including chiropractic or manipulative treatments, acupuncture, sports medicine, physical therapy, and massage. Call our NuView Health Medical practice today at (212) 588-0707 to schedule an appointment and start getting the relief you deserve. Our Midtown office is directly in front of Rockefeller Center and is very convenient to patients in ZIPs 10017, 10019, 10020, 10022, and 10036. 

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