Sciatica Therapy

Sciatica Treatment at Smith Chiropractic

Sciatica Therapy in Cordova:  Sciatica is an irritation of the sciatic nerve which is the longest and largest nerve in the body.  It extends from the lower back all the way to the toes. Common symptoms of patients with sciatica range from pain in one or more of the buttock regions to excruciating pain all the way down the back of the leg to the foot.  Additional symptoms may include numbness, weakness, burning sensations or what is often described as a feeling in the extremities that is either “odd” or “different”.

What Causes Sciatica?

There are 3 main causes of sciatica and they include:

1. An impingement or pressure on one of the nerves that forms or contributes to the sciatic nerve.
2. A rotated pelvis that stresses the sacroiliac joint.
3. When the piriformis muscle compresses the sciatic nerve

How We Treat Your Sciatica at Our Clinic

While prescription medication can provide some temporary relief, it fails to address the root of the problem.  At Smith Chiropractic we will start with a structural examination which may include spinal x-rays, chiropractic adjustments and physical therapy.  Millions of people suffer needlessly from Sciatica.  Set up a consultation with our clinic and Drs. Dale Smith and Carol Smith-Wright will perform a thorough examination and dependent upon your specific condition will discuss the proper treatment course with you before beginning therapy.