Sciatica nerve pain originates in the low back or buttock that travels into one or both legs. This nerve is the widest and longest single nerve in the body. Pain can be felt as dull, achy, sharp, toothache-like, pins and needles, or similar to electric shocks. Likewise, other symptoms associated with sciatica include burning, numbness, and tingling sensations.

 

Common Sciatica Nerve Pain Symptoms

 

  • Hot pain in the buttock.
  • Aching in the buttock, back of the thigh (hamstring), and calf.
  • Leg cramp described as sharp (“knife-like”), or electrical.
  • Pain in the ankle and foot.
  • Pins and needles.
  • Increased pain when lifting, straining, or coughing.
  • Loss of power to the muscles of the leg and foot.

 

Sciatica Causes

 

Problems can arise when the sciatic nerve is irritated by mechanical, inflammation, and any other factors. Common causes for sciatica include disc problems, spinal degeneration, spinal stenosis, congenital problems, poor posture, and excessive muscle tension in the piriformis muscle. Another cause is a herniated disc; this is the most frequent cause of the sciatica nerve pain. The herniated disc may press directly on the nerve roots that refer to the sciatic nerve.

  • Age: It is more common to get sciatica from the ages of 30 to 50 years.
  • General wear and tear.
  • Any sudden pressure on the discs that cushion the bones (vertebrae) of your lower spine.
  • Inflammation.
  • Chemicals from the disc’s nucleus can inflame the nerve roots.

 

Rehabilitation for Sciatica

 

  • Your chiropractor will prescribe tailored exercises to strengthen your back.
  • It is important to walk and move while limiting a lot of bending or twisting.
  • In some cases, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or muscle relaxants may help in the initial phase of treatment.
  • Placing gentle cold or heat interchangeably on your painful muscles may be calming.
  • Too much rest may cause pooling of inflammation and may result in discomfort in other areas of the body.

Our chiropractors at Chiro & Sports Med are committed to providing chiropractic solutions to address your unique needs, whether you are experiencing an irritated nerve, bulging disc, back painneck pain, knee pain, headaches, or even muscular tightness and tension. You may be searching for pain relief after an accident or experiencing an injury.  Our mission is to help reduce or eliminate pain and to prevent future problems and injury. Above all, we are here to improve your quality of life, well-being, and your ability to live an active healthy lifestyle.

If you would like to make an appointment with one of the chiropractors at Chiro & Sports Med simply call our office on 9817 2005 and one of our friendly staff will organise an appointment for you.

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