From time to time, many of us experience pains or odd sensations that seem to come from nowhere. Why, for instance, would you suddenly have a shooting pain down one leg, muscle weakness on one side, or pins and needles sensations in your foot? Believe it or not, these and other symptoms are all associated with a single chronic problem -- sciatica. Thanks to chiropractic care, however, you can get relief from this debilitating collection of symptoms without surgery or drugs.

It takes a big nerve to cause such big problems. The sciatic nerve is the body's largest nerve, running from the base of the spine down through the leg, sending impulses to the many smaller nerves of the buttock, leg and foot. The interface between the sciatic nerve and the spinal cord is a series of nerve roots interspersed between vertebrae. This arrangement causes problems, however, when a faulty spinal alignment, injury, or degenerative disease allows the vertebrae or vertebral discs to slip out of their ideal position. When this occurs, the nerve roots end up getting pinched, and the impingement interferes with neurological function in the sciatic nerve. A host of problems can result from this interference, including leg, back and buttock pain, loss of muscle function, and numbness or tingling sensations anywhere along the leg.

Natural Techniques for Real Relief

If you want long term sciatica relief in Tacoma instead of the temporary effects of painkillers, bring your pain to Proctor Chiropractic. We can stop your symptoms at the source by correcting your spinal alignment through chiropractic adjustment. By encouraging your vertebrae and discs to return to their normal position, away from the nerve roots, your sciatic nerve can resume normal, pain-free function. Once we have resolved your sciatica, we can help you minimize your chance of recurrence. Regular spinal screenings, minor adjustments, weight control, and ongoing exercises can help you maintain a straighter, stronger spine less prone to misalignments and sciatica. Contact us today!