Sciatica can be more than just a nuisance, it can affect your ability to sit, stand, walk, and even sleep comfortably. At Committed to Health Chiropractic Center in Creve Coeur, MO, Dr. Paul Hyland, DC, LMT, and Dr. Maria Phillips, DC, provide personalized care to help the body overcome sciatica at its source and allow patients to regain mobility and quality of life.
Understanding Sciatica
Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down through the hips, buttocks, and legs. The condition typically results from compression or irritation of the nerve, often due to:
- Herniated or bulging discs in the lumbar spine
- Spinal stenosis or narrowing of the spinal canal
- Muscle imbalances or tightness, particularly in the lower back and glutes
- Degenerative spinal conditions such as arthritis
Symptoms can vary from mild tingling and numbness to sharp, shooting pain that makes movement difficult. Left untreated, sciatica can significantly impact daily activities and overall quality of life.
How We Treat Sciatica
The Creve Coeur, MO, team at Committed to Health Chiropractic Center uses a combination of safe, non-invasive treatments to resolve the source of sciatic nerve pain:
Traction/Decompression: Gentle stretching of the spine helps relieve pressure on compressed discs and nerves, reducing radiating pain and giving discs an opportunity to heal.
Cold Laser Therapy: Low-level laser therapy targets inflammation and stimulates tissue repair, accelerating recovery and easing discomfort along the sciatic nerve pathway.
Massage Therapy: Therapeutic massage helps release muscle tension, improve circulation, and restore flexibility in the lower back, hips, and legs, which can relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve.
Electrical Stimulation: This therapy delivers targeted pulses to affected muscles and nerves, reducing pain signals and promoting natural healing in the surrounding tissues.
Why These Treatments Work Together
Sciatica often involves both structural and muscular components. By combining traction, cold laser therapy, massage, and electrical stimulation, patients benefit from a comprehensive approach: nerve pressure is reduced, surrounding muscles are relaxed, and the body’s natural healing processes are supported.
Find Relief for Sciatica in Creve Coeur, MO
If you’re struggling with leg pain, numbness, or tingling caused by sciatica, the team at Committed to Health Chiropractic Center can help through non-invasive means. Schedule an appointment today with Dr. Paul Hyland, DC, LMT, or Dr. Maria Phillips, DC, by calling 314-542-2003.