Sciatica is a common reason for people to visit a chiropractor. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body that runs from your low back all the way down to your feet. Sciatica occurs when this nerve is compressed or irritated.
It is often caused by arthritis, disc problems, and most commonly, tight muscles and joints. Symptoms include back, buttock, and leg pain, and you may also experience leg numbness or weakness.
In the most recent edition of the Mayo Clinic Health Letter, it states that movement is medicine. It also recommends that chiropractic, massage, and acupuncture care are excellent at healing and preventing sciatica.
As with any ailment, the sooner treatment begins, the sooner you get better.
To get out of pain, get into Marcum Chiropractic. We will see you soon.