Sciatica is pain that moves along the sciatic nerve. It usually begins with a herniated disc, which can put considerable pressure on the surrounding area. Age, weight, diabetes, and even your job can all put you at risk for this debilitating condition. If you’re in pain and looking for an alternative solution to risky medications or surgery, chiropractic care may be the answer. There is more than one way a chiropractor can help with your sciatica pain. 

How a Chiropractor Can Improve Your Sciatica

Ultrasound Treatment

Ultrasound therapy uses heat to stimulate the sciatic nerves and offers relief from back pain. Chiropractors use an ultrasound wand that creates sound waves that penetrate deeply into the soft tissue and joints. This increases nutrient-rich blood flow and significantly alleviates nerve pain. If your sciatica is due to injury, this chiropractic treatment can also expedite the healing process.

Spinal Manipulation 

A spinal manipulation is a form of chiropractic adjustment that is at the core of all chiropractic care. Your chiropractor works with you to help realign the spine, improve posture, and restore balance to the body. Since sciatic nerve pain is often caused by pressure due to a herniated disc, spinal manipulation can help alleviate the pressure and reduce your pain.

Electrical Nerve Stimulation/Electromagnetic Therapy

TENS unit (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) or diathermy are both forms of chiropractic treatment using electricity to stimulate the nerves to help alleviate pain. TENS utilizes electric currents of different intensity levels to control pain and reduce muscle spasms, and diathermy generates heat with electromagnetic energy to penetrate deep into the tissue and decrease pain.

Sciatica can come in occasional bursts, feel like pins and needles, cause cramping, and even intensify to the point where it affects your ability to perform daily tasks. Chiropractic care can help reduce your symptoms and reduce your pain, so you can get back to your life. Broeg Chiropractic and Nutrition Center in Florence, KY, understands how pain and discomfort can be debilitating, which is why they offer a variety of chiropractic services customized to fit your needs. Visit them online to see their full list of services or give them a call at (859) 525-2020.