Do You Have Sciatica?
Monday, October 11th, 2010
The sciatic nerve is the longest and largest nerve in the body. When it’s irritated it can cause horrible pain. This article concerns the symptoms that characterize this all to common cause of leg pain, sciatica.
When the sciatic nerve is irritated it can produce sensations pain that people describe as:
o Burning,
o Sharp,
o Pins and needles,
o Knife like,
o Tingling,
o Prickly,
o Crawling,
o Tender, or
o Numbness.
The pain can start in the back and radiate all the way to the toes. It can also affect a particular part of the leg or back depending on the individual. The pain may change with position, come and go, or become constant. It can be so bad, it makes even the simple activities difficult or impossible.
If you have been diagnosed with sciatica, or wonder if this is the cause of your leg pain, don’t wait. Your problems may get worse without care requiring drugs, or even surgery. In most instances there is no reason to suffer this way. Natural care using virtually painless techniques can remove the most common causes of sciatica.
For a free examination to see if you qualify for care at our center, call (303) 394-CARE (2273).
Dr. Visentin, D.C.
Care Chirorpactic
Denver Colorado
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