Do you have a sharp pain or cramps along your leg that starts from the lower back down to the thigh, calf or foot? You may also have sensory or muscular disturbances in the affected leg. All this is not normal; you probably suffer from sciatica. The pains of sciatica can vary and include one or more of these symptoms:
Pain triggered from the lower back, buttock or in one or both legs that is light or acute, constant or recurrent should be examined. Pain is often increased by coughing, sneezing or straining. The sciatic nerve is formed in the region of the lower back and then runs down to the leg. Compressions and irritations of the nerve root in the lower back or pelvis are the root cause of sciatica. It can arise from:
Sudden movements during physical exercises, work activities involving either lifting heavy loads or bending while twisting can result in a sciatica.
Staying long hours in a sitting position at the office, at home or on a long drive are often causes of sciatica. Similarly, lack of regular physical activity or low muscle tone are important causes of sciatica.
Osteoarthritis is a sneaky health problem that develops over time without being noticed. Contrary to popular belief, osteoarthritis is not a disease of aging; it exists at all ages and consists of a degradation of the cartilage and articular mechanics.
Too much weight on your spine by a protruding belly during pregnancy or with an increase in body weight, almost automatically causes compressions of the discs or nerves in your back. A sciatica can result in many cases.
Sciatica is a relatively easy problem to diagnose but the causes can be multiple or morbid. A thorough examination of the causes of your sciatica by your chiropractor is therefore essential. If sciatica is caused by items outside the scope of practice of the chiropractic doctor, he will guide you to the most appropriate specialist for your condition. If sciatica is caused by nerve root irritation in your column or pelvis, your chiropractor is the professional who can help you the most quickly and efficiently . Schedule an appointment as quickly as possible, the longer you wait, your condition will worsen and the longer it will take to heal.
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