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How to Treat Sciatica Pain without Surgery

Sciatica – the symptoms associated with the compression of the sciatic nerve – is a frustrating condition that can leave you fighting off a variety of neurological symptoms in the lower body. Whether you are suffering from muscle weakness in one of your legs, numbness in your toes, or pain radiating along the nerve, knowing how to treat sciatica pain with conservative, non-surgical therapies can alleviate your pain and restore your peace of mind.

Sciatica Treatment Options

Here are some of the most common non-invasive treatments:

• Anti-inflammatory medication – it stands to reason that one way to alleviate pain is with pain medication. Your doctor may direct you to take either over-the-counter or prescription medication to reduce the swelling around your nerve and alleviate the discomfort you are feeling.
• Exercises to treat sciatica – it may seem counter-intuitive that exercise is actually better than rest, but proper exercise can reduce your pain and prevent future damage. It is important to work with your doctor to develop targeted exercises to ensure you are strengthening the correct part of your back and not overdoing your work out. Low-impact exercise is a great way to strengthen the weak parts of your back and increase your flexibility and mobility.
• Stretching – like exercise, stretching is an important way to build flexibility in your lower back and help limit the risk of sciatica returning after it has been managed the first time.
• Heat or ice therapy – the use of hot packs or ice is another way to limit the swelling in your lower back and alleviate pressure on the sciatic nerve. Specifically, ice is great for numbing sore parts of the back, while heat is an effective way to increase blood circulation and expedite the healing process.
• Other forms of manipulation – this can include everything from physical therapy, acupuncture, chiropractics, and more. Although, it is important to find a medical professional who understands your condition and is qualified to help treat your sciatica.

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When Conservative Treatment is not Enough

If you are still suffering from sciatica after several weeks of conservative treatment, it might be time to contact the specialists at Laser Spine Institute (LSI). In addition to being recognized as the leaders in the advanced field of minimally invasive, outpatient spine procedures, LSI also is proud to offer holistic back pain treatment through our partnership with Aspen Back and Body. To learn more about sciatica and how to treat low back pain, contact us today and schedule a consultation at one of our conveniently located offices across America.

Please note: Laser Spine Institute currently does not perform endoscopic procedures on the thoracic spine.