Back pain is a very common condition and one of the reasons why people visit a chiropractor. Sciatica is a particular type of back pain caused by the irritation of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerves are long, and each of the two runs from the lower back to the foot. When you are in pain or experiencing other sciatica symptoms like numbness or tingling, you can count on the team at Malibu Wellness in Malibu, CA, to provide the treatments and therapies you need to enjoy a pain-free life.
Spinal adjustments
Spinal adjustments are one of the most common treatments that chiropractors provide. Every chiropractor uses one or more techniques to help their patients. When something is compressing the sciatic nerve, it’s often because of a subluxated joint or herniated spinal disc at the nerve’s origin. By finding and treating the misalignment, you can get the relief that you require.
Massage therapy
Massage therapy causes muscles to relax and allows chiropractic adjustments to be applied with less force, and for the spine’s components to remain in place without tight muscles pulling on them. It also can be used to work out the knots that are causing pain. Whether you get a Swedish massage, a sports massage, or a hot stone massage, your body and your spine will thank you.
Physio-therapy
Physio-therapy is designed to be therapeutic exercise for a specific condition, and when you have sciatica, it can help stretch the spine and relieve some of the pressure that the nerves are feeling. Your chiropractor will help you by showing you how to do the exercises and then having you try them at home. They will help you for years to come any time you have a flare-up.
When it comes to sciatica, Malibu Wellness in Malibu, CA, provides the treatments and therapies you need to get back to a pain-free life. Call or text (310) 579-5949 to set up an appointment with our team of chiropractors.