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According to the Mayo Clinic, sciatica refers to “pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, which branches from your lower back through your hips and buttocks and down each leg.” Unfortunately, the cause of this pain cannot be relieved until the true source of this discomfort is correctly addressed. Stroud Chiropractic Clinic, a trusted Archdale, NC, chiropractor for 33 years, helps patients pinpoint these causes and take back control of their bodies. Below, their staff discusses several leading causes of sciatica pain to help you understand where your discomfort may be stemming from.

3 Common Causes of Sciatica

1. Herniated Disc

Patients with a herniated lumbar disc can experience sciatica pain when the inner core of a spinal disc extrudes out of place. This shift puts extra pressure on your nerve roots, leading to painful issues like a pinched nerve or slipped, bulging or protruding discs.

chiropractor2. Lumbar Degeneration

Lumbar degenerative disc disease occurs after discs in the lower back area are weakened. This weakness creates room for extra spine motion, which can irritate the roots of your nerves. While lumbar degeneration can come from simple wear and tear or even a traumatic accident, it often progresses seriously over time if not properly addressed by a chiropractor or other specialist at the first signs of discomfort.

3. Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

Spinal stenosis refers to a narrowing of the spinal canal in your lower back. The term "stenosis" comes from the Greek word for "choking". When the spinal nerves in your lower back are ‘choked’, it can often incite leg pain and other uncomfortable symptoms.

Dealing with sciatica pain? You don’t have to go it alone. Give the team of chiropractors at Stroud Chiropractic Clinic a call today at (336) 434-2107 to schedule your free new patient consultation. You can also visit their website to learn about their chiropractors’ services, including spinal adjustments and other treatments.

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