Sciatica Treatment from Our Chiropractor in Rock Hill, SC

Many of the patients our Rock Hill chiropractor diagnoses with sciatica are surprised to find out that the term is not an actual medical diagnosis, but a description of pain that can disrupt even everyday activities.  Relief from this pain, which often strikes only one side of the body, is possible at Adjusting the World Chiropractic, our Rock Hill practice, without resorting to drugs or surgery.

Overview of Sciatica

The pain associated with sciatica radiates as it moves from the lower portion of the spine, down a leg, and to the foot.  The cause is any number of conditions that create compression of the sciatic nerve.  This pressure results in sciatic nerve pain that follows a definite pathway that originates in the spinal column and continues down to the foot.

The most common factors responsible for compression include:

• Spinal stenosis
• Seating position
• Herniated discs
• Misaligned vertebrae
• Bone spurs

Individuals with sciatic nerve compression complain of pain with varying severity and frequency.  The hallmark symptom, however, is radiating sciatic nerve pain that develops at any spot along the nerve’s pathway.  Some individuals describe their symptoms as sensations of pins and needles or even an electrical shock.  Sometimes an individual’s complaint is trouble sleeping, loss or sensation, or muscle and limb paralysis.

How We Treat Sciatic Nerve Pain

Chiropractic does more than address sciatic nerve pain symptoms.  Our chiropractor finds the cause of compression and eliminates it with the use of natural therapeutic options that avoid medication or surgery.

Our goal is to improve the range of motion as well as activity level of a patient suffering from sciatica.  Relief from sciatic nerve compression begins with a comprehensive exam by our chiropractor.  This includes listening to a patient’s health history and complaints, evaluating symptoms, and reviewing the results from X-rays or other types of imaging.

Our doctor provides relief by decreasing inflammation, boosting flexibility, and reducing patient discomfort.  Each patient has an individualized treatment plan that often includes several therapies.  Adjustments to correct misalignment of the spine are the most common therapy.  Massage therapy, ultrasound treatments, and cold therapy are also effective for some patients.

Schedule a Consultation with Our Rock Hill Chiropractor

Patients who visit us at Adjusting the World Chiropractic in Rock Hill can expect a first-class wellness experience.  In addition to diagnosing and treating sciatica, our chiropractor provides a full range of chiropractic services, including lifestyle education.  We go beyond relieving symptoms to find the cause of a patient’s problem and resolve it to avoid future discomfort.  To learn how chiropractic care can improve your life, call our Rock Hill office today at 803-619-1433 to schedule a consultation.