Wichita Chiropractor

I know from over twenty years experience as a Chiropractor in Wichita helping individuals suffering from the pain of sciatica that the condition can be extremely disabling. Those who suffer from sciatica are regrettably all too familiar with the type of deep pain that often radiates through the lower part of their body, persists during the day and interferes with almost all of their daily activities.

Could your low back pain be caused by sciatica? You are more than likely experiencing sciatica if your pain radiates from your low back, through one or both sides of your buttocks, down the large sciatic nerve in the back of your leg(s), and possibly shoots into your knee(s). Also, sitting, as well as activity, can be painful. Frequently lying down will reduce, or perhaps even temporarily eliminate the pain. But, you should be alerted to the fact that sciatica cannot be corrected without proper management.

Radiculopathy

A radiculopathy is a medical term that describes a condition where a disc has protruded from its natural position in the vertebral column and is creating pressure on the radicular nerve, or nerve root, that forms part of the sciatic nerve in the lower back. Such pressure can generate excruciating pain.

Prolonged sitting, particularly in an improper position, can create imbalances in the muscles encircling the spine and added pressure on the intervertebral discs. A particular event or injury isn’t usually the cause of sciatica, but rather sciatica is likely to progress over time as a consequence of everyday wear and tear on the structures of the lower spine. Over the course of time the lower spine can lose its normal functioning capabilities during common stresses.

Ultimately, the intervertebral disc undergoes small fissures or cracks, which then allow the soft nucleus to protrude the disc outward. Pain is generated as the disc pushes on sensitive tissues. This occurrence is frequently referred to as a ruptured, or slipped, disc. Sciatica is the result of the disc pressing on the spinal nerve. With chiropractic treatment and management, which frequently includes postural exercises, the majority of disc problems, including sciatica, can be completely relieved.

Periformis Syndrome

Another condition that creates sciatic pain is periformis syndrome. Periformis syndrome develops when the periformis muscle, which is superficial to the sciatic nerve, goes into spasm and irritates the nerve. In addition to chiropractic adjustments, this particular sciatica can be significantly relieved by sciatica stretches that your chiropractor will advise you on.

If you are experiencing sciatic pain, it is crucial for you to see your chiropractor for treatment. If you are in the Wichita area, as your Chiropractor in Wichita, I look forward to helping you to get out of pain and get your life back!

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