Sciatica Relief

Sciatica is often experienced when the nerves in the back become pinched or compressed, leading to pain in the hip and down the leg. A physical exam with a chiropractor can help diagnose the root cause of the sciatic nerve pain and develop a treatment plan. Richard W. Burg at Active Wellness Chiropractic Center in Oakland and Berkeley, CA, understands how painful sciatica can be and works with his patients to help them find relief.

Diagnosing Sciatica

Your chiropractor will conduct a physical examination to check your reflexes and muscle strength. For example, moving the leg while lying on the back will typically worsen sciatic nerve pain symptoms, helping the chiropractor determine if it is sciatica or another musculoskeletal condition. They may also order diagnostic imaging tests, such as CT scans, MRIs, and X-rays, to get a better look inside the body. An electromyography test may also be conducted to measure electrical impulses produced by the nerves and how the muscles respond.

Sciatica Relief

Common chiropractic treatments providing sciatica relief may include spinal adjustments, massage therapy, acupuncture, physical therapy, and cold laser therapy. These treatment options are non-invasive and drug-free, reducing the need for surgery or to take addictive pain medications. In between appointments, the chiropractor may recommend at-home exercises, including stretching, to help ease discomfort and improve flexibility. Also, using hot and cold packs at home can help alleviate pain.

See a Chiropractor for Sciatica Relief in Berkeley and Oakland 

If you suffer from sciatic nerve pain, speak with a chiropractor to learn more about sciatica and for a proper diagnosis. Knowing the cause of the discomfort helps provide the chiropractor with the information needed to develop a pain management and sciatica treatment plan. Richard W. Burg, DC, at Active Wellness Chiropractic Center in Oakland and Berkeley, CA, can help diagnose and treat sciatica. Call to schedule an appointment with our chiropractor today to learn more and start sciatica treatment.

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Tuesday

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Thursday

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Monday
9:30 am - 1:00 pm 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Tuesday
9:30 am - 1:00 pm 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
9:30 am - 1:00 pm 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Friday
9:30 am - 1:00 pm 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Saturday
Open once a month 10:00am-4:00pm
Sunday
Closed