Sciatica
Sciatica refers to back pain caused by a problem with the sciatic nerve. This is a large nerve that runs from the lower back down the back of each leg. When something injures or puts pressure on the sciatic nerve, it can cause pain in the lower back that spreads to the hip, buttocks, and leg. It is common to have sciatica symptoms down both legs.
What are the symptoms of sciatica?
- Lower back pain
- Pain in the rear or butt
- Shooting pain
- Hip pain
- Burning/Tingling
- Numbness
- Electric shock sensation
- Loss of strength in one of both legs
What causes sciatica?
A lot of sciatica cases are causes by damage or injuries to the lowest area of the spine, the sacrum.
- Lumbar spinal stenosis
- Degenerative disc disease
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal misalignments
- Pregnancy
- Muscle spasms in the back and buttock
How long does it take to heal sciatica?
Most people are feeling much better in 4 to 8 weeks. However, to permanently correct the cause of sciatica may take a bit longer. Corrections are heavily dependent on the individual and the severity of the damage present in their spine ie: degeneration, stenosis, spondylolisthesis. Read some of our sciatica testimonials on google or schedule your first appointment for a consult with our doctors here.