Sciatic Nerve Pain From Lumbar Nerve Compression

Sciatica is nerve pain that typically begins in the lower back and travels through the buttocks and down the leg. It occurs when the sciatic nerve or one of its lumbar nerve roots becomes irritated or compressed. Symptoms can range from mild aching to sharp, shooting, or burning pain.

At Village Family Clinic, we evaluate the factors contributing to your sciatica and create a personalized treatment plan to help reduce pain, improve mobility, and support better spinal function.

Common Symptoms of Sciatica

Sciatica often affects one side of the body and may cause:

• Sharp or shooting pain from the lower back into the leg
• Tingling, burning, or numbness
• Leg or foot weakness
• Pain that worsens with prolonged sitting or certain movements
• Difficulty walking or changing positions

What Causes Sciatica?

Sciatica can develop when lumbar nerves become compressed or irritated. Common causes include herniated or bulging discs, spinal degeneration, and narrowing around the spinal nerves.

Poor posture, prolonged sitting, repetitive lifting, injuries, and muscle tension may also contribute to sciatic nerve irritation.

Chiropractic Care and Spinal Decompression for Sciatica

Depending on the underlying cause, chiropractic care and spinal decompression therapy may help manage sciatica symptoms and improve spinal function. Treatment may include spinal adjustments, spinal decompression, soft-tissue techniques, stretching, therapeutic exercises, and posture or movement recommendations.

Spinal decompression therapy uses controlled, gentle forces to reduce pressure on the spine and may be particularly helpful when disc-related problems contribute to nerve irritation. Your treatment plan will be tailored to your symptoms and individual needs.

Get Help for Sciatica

Persistent or worsening lower back pain, leg pain, numbness, or tingling should be evaluated. At Village Family Clinic, we can assess your symptoms and recommend an appropriate course of care.

If sciatica is interfering with your daily activities, contact Village Family Clinic to schedule an evaluation and learn how chiropractic care and spinal decompression may help.

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