Sciatica is a common problem, affecting about 40% of people at some point. At Paunicka Chiropractic Clinic in Urbana, IL, we offer diagnosis and treatment for sciatica.
Sciatica is caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve begins in the lower back and travels down the buttocks and into each leg. Spinal misalignment, herniated discs, muscle tension, and inflammation can cause sciatica.
Numbness and Weakness in the Legs
One of the most common sciatica symptoms is tingling, numbness, or burning in your legs or buttocks. This pain can occur on one side of the body. Although, it may also switch sides, moving from one portion or cheek to the other.
Sciatica can also cause weakness in the legs or feet. Your muscles may become weak, making it hard to walk or move. This weakness occurs because your sciatic nerve helps control these muscles.
Constant Pain
Sciatica is well known for causing nerve pain, which results in tingling or burning. However, Sciatica can cause a dull ache that never disappears. This pain may be constant for days or weeks or intermittent, which means the hurt is continued for a short period, and then returns. Sciatica can also cause lower back pain. You may experience a dull backache or severe sharp pain.
Pain When Sitting
Sciatica pain can get worse when you are sitting. It's common for this pain to occur in the legs and buttocks. When you sit, pressure is placed on the sciatic nerve. If the sciatic nerve is already irritated, this pressure can cause an increase in symptoms. Generally, the longer you sit, the worse the pain will get.
Sciatica Treatment at Paunicka Chiropractic Clinic
If you are experiencing sciatica symptoms in Urbana, IL, contact us at Paunicka Chiropractic Clinic. Our chiropractor offers several treatments to relieve sciatica pain and correct the underlying cause. Call our office at (217) 367-3333 to schedule an appointment.