What is Sciatica?

The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the human body. The origin of the sciatic nerve is at the lower spine. When there is an alteration of the lower spinal discs or a misalignment of the lower spinal vertebra it can inflame this nerve and cause pain all the way down the back of the leg down to the foot. This is called ”Sciatica”. Sciatic pain can be quite extreme and debilitating as you may know if you are experiencing it now! The good news is that chiropractic care has been making short work of sciatica for over a century. A simple regime of adjustmets and stretches can set the sciatic nerve roots free and relieve the problem. This approach is far and away the most successful approach known in modern medicine today. In some cases, badly damaged discs can be placing pressure on the sciatic nerve roots and correction is difficult. This can sometimes mean long treatment duration to resolve it. There are even rarer cases that can not be helped conservatively and may require surgery. Please ask any questions you have about sciatica so we can direct you appropriately. We are here to help!!