The sciatic nerve is located in the leg. This nerve is the largest nerve in the entire human body, running from the back of the pelvis to the back of the thigh. Because of its location, pain in the sciatic nerve can lead to trouble walking, moving, or sitting. Patients suffering from sciatica pain typically experience inflammation or numbness in their back, buttocks, or legs. Unfortunately, sciatica pain is common. It is often associated with a herniated disc, bone spurs, poor posture, or nerve disorders. In these cases, the sciatic nerve is ‘pinched’, leading to painful symptoms and decreased mobility. Roach Family Wellness can diagnose, treat, and alleviate sciatic nerve pain. Our chiropractic office in Altamonte Springs offers chiropractic services such as cryotherapy, thermotherapy, spinal decompression, and spinal adjustments to help patients manage their chronic sciatic pain. Contact Roach Family Wellness to schedule an appointment with our chiropractic center and experience sciatic pain relief today!
Hot & Cold Therapy
Hot and cold therapy is recommended for patients seeking a natural, non-invasive, and drug-free form of sciatica pain management. This procedure uses the foundations of both cryotherapy and thermotherapy.
Cryotherapy works by applying cold packs to the affected part of your body. The cooling sensation produced by these packs narrows the blood vessels in your body, causing reduced inflammation, swelling, and muscle spasms.
Thermotherapy, also known as heat therapy, functions in the opposite way. This technique involves the application of dry or moist heat in the form of heating pads, steamed towels, or heating packs. Patients undergoing heat therapy likely experience increased circulation and blood flow, improved flexibility, and quicker healing.
Hot and cold therapy, performed in our chiropractic office, combines both processes. We will alternate between the application of hot and cold materials on your skin to produce the best results. Call today if you feel hot and cold therapy is right for you!
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Physical Therapy
Physical exercises can strengthen your back and leg muscles, making it less likely for you to experience muscle strains, sciatic nerve pain, and slipped discs. At Roach Family Wellness, chiropractor Dr. Erik Roach can prescribe you with a list of physical exercises and stretches that are customized to you and your specific needs. You should be able to perform most of these exercises within the comfort of your own home! Contact us today for an individualized physical therapy treatment plan, designed to help manage your sciatica pain.
Spinal Or Knee Decompression
Spinal decompression and knee decompression therapy are perfect for patients with sciatica pain or a herniated disc. For our in-office spinal decompression therapy, our staff uses the DRX 9000 table to stretch out the spine, reducing the pressure placed on your discs and encouraging quicker healing. The knee decompression process is very similar. During knee decompression therapy, our medical staff will apply mechanical traction to your knee to promote tissue-healing. Overall, these therapy options allow individuals to resume their daily activities while avoiding lengthy recovery times.
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