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Sciatica: More Than A Pain In The Bum!
Sciatica isn’t just a pain in the bum—it can also affect your lower back, the back of your thigh, lower leg, and even your feet!
The sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the body, originates in your lower back and travels down both sides of your body through the glutes, back of the thighs, lower legs, and into the feet. Pain from sciatica can be felt anywhere along this pathway.
The Struggle of Sciatica
Living with sciatica can be both concerning and frightening. The pain can be intense, ranging from tingling, burning, and sharpness to throbbing and numbness. It can also cause weakness and discomfort, with certain positions and common movements triggering the pain.
Common Causes of Sciatica
One of the primary causes of sciatica is the pinching of its nerve root by a disc bulge at the point where it exits the spine. This typically occurs in the lower back at the L5/S1 level of the spine.
My Experience with Sciatica
As both a practitioner and a former sciatica sufferer, I’ve found that sciatic pain often has a movement or postural trigger. However, not everyone is aware of their triggers. During patient assessments, I often observe that most sciatica sufferers “sit in their pain,” meaning they sit in a way that aggravates their discomfort in both the short and long term.
If you are living with sciatica or experiencing any related symptoms, please contact us today to learn more about how we can help you!
Ryan Samuels
Orthopaedic Acupuncturist
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