Sciatica is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing pain and limited mobility. It occurs when the sciatic nerve, the longest and thickest nerve in the human body, becomes irritated or inflamed. The primary causes of sciatica can vary, ranging from herniated discs and spinal stenosis to muscle spasms and even pregnancy. The hallmark symptom of sciatica is radiating pain that travels from the lower back down the leg, often accompanied by tingling, numbness, … [Read more...] about Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
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Sciatica and How Chiropractic Can Help
Anyone who has ever suffered from sciatica knows that it can be intensely painful. Despite the fact that the pain can occur in either leg it is actually an issue with the lower back and is caused by compression of one or more of the 5 sets of nerve roots located there. Sciatic nerve compression can be caused in various ways, the most common of which is a bulging or herniated disk. However, it can also be caused by lumbar spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, trauma, piriformis syndrome or spinal … [Read more...] about Sciatica and How Chiropractic Can Help
