People who need a chiropractor for sciatica and leg pain near Redwood City, CA come to us for help. It’s safe to say that sciatica is one of the leading reasons why many patients frequent our office. Although most people think sciatica originates in the lower back or buttocks, sciatica often starts in the neck area. You may feel your sciatica in your lower back, but it is not where the problem originates.
The sciatic nerve begins in the spinal cord close to the lower back region. It consists of nerve roots that branch off of the lumbar spine, protected by the five bottommost vertebrae. The sciatic nerve spreads from the lower back, through the buttocks, and extends down the back of each leg as far as the foot. Sciatica can occur following irritation of the nerve. It can be anywhere along the sciatic nerve, and it can be a painful ailment.
Over-the-counter medications or prescription painkillers do not work all the time to relieve sciatica pain. Medical professionals suggest that people with sciatica refrain from sitting as much as possible, but it can be challenging advice to follow, especially for people with jobs that require long hours of sitting at a desk or driving long distances.
If there is a misalignment in the atlas, the uppermost vertebra of the spine, the rest of the spine has no choice but to shift and tilt to compensate for it. Even a small misalignment of the atlas can result in the tilting of the head, unevenness in the shoulders and hips, and muscle spasms in the lower back. Furthermore, it can irritate and inflame the sciatic nerve, causing sciatica.
Here at Advanced Spinal Care in Redwood City, California, we employ a gentle and accurate method to help the atlas return to its correct position naturally, thus allowing the body to restore function and health. Upper cervical chiropractic can help bring long-term relief to sciatica.
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To schedule a complimentary consultation call our Redwood City office at 650-595-0500 or you can also click the button below.
If you are outside of the local area, you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com
