Leg Pain – Sciatica, Wellness Chiropractic for Prevention

Those suffering from sciatica are often in their 40s or 50s.  Sciatica can be a distracting pain that starts in the lower back and extends down into one or both legs.  The pain usually worsens with long periods of sitting or standing.

Sciatica is often the result of cumulative damage.  Years of bad posture, poor muscle tone, excess weight or countless other causes set the stage.  Spinal decay can be another cause.  Instead of disc thinning that puts pressure on the sciatic nerve roots, arthritic bone spurs can intrude into the space normally reserved for the nerve.

Sciatica often worsens with extended bed rest.  Pain pills or muscle relaxers are unable to correct the nerve compression caused by a bulging disc.  Physical therapy merely exercises the unstable joints.  Improving joint motion with a series of chiropractic adjustments has produced results for millions.  It helps to restore the way your spine works, reduces nerve irritation and revitalizes your own healing ability.