Sciatica Care in Delaware
Sciatica, a condition marked by discomfort traveling along the path of the sciatic nerve, can sometimes turn everyday tasks into challenges. You might have heard of traditional remedies like painkillers or surgery, but did you know there are alternative ways to find relief? We offer several at Heritage Clinic of Chiropractic, but first, let’s take a closer look at sciatica.
The sciatic nerve is long, extending from your lower back and trailing down each leg. When this nerve feels pinched or irritated, it can result in pain, numbness, or tingling in your lower back, buttocks, and legs. Common culprits include herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or the spine being out of alignment. Chiropractic treatment seeks to tackle these root causes, with intersegmental traction as a supportive technique.
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The Role of Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractors delve into the connection between your spine and the nervous system. Here’s how their approach can help sciatica sufferers:
How Intersegmental Traction May Help
Intersegmental traction is a therapeutic method often used in chiropractic treatment. It involves a traction table fitted with rolling rollers beneath the surface. As patients lie on the table, the rollers move along the spine, gently stretching and mobilizing the vertebrae. Here’s how it can help those with sciatica:
Ready to Put Pain in Your Past?
If you’re seeking a holistic approach to easing sciatica, combining chiropractic care with intersegmental traction could help you get relief and heal. We invite you to book an appointment with Dr. Steven or Dr. Gabby today!
