Axis Chiropractic
Sciatica Treatment in Cairns CITY
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Compassionate Sciatica Care
Sciatica is a condition that occurs when the sciatic nerve is affected, often resulting in discomfort through the lower back, hips, or legs. At Axis Chiropractic in Cairns, our team provides sciatica treatment that begins with a thorough assessment.
Treatment options may include spinal adjustments, exercise guidance, and posture support, with the aim of managing the condition appropriately. Our chiropractors are trained to evaluate musculoskeletal health and adapt techniques to suit each person’s situation.
If you are seeking professional sciatica treatment in Cairns, contact Axis Chiropractic today on (07) 4041 7020 to arrange your consultation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is sciatica?
Sciatica is a term used to describe pain or discomfort that follows the pathway of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down through the legs. It is commonly linked to irritation, inflammation, or compression of the nerve.
Chiropractors are trained to assess spinal health, posture, and musculoskeletal alignment to determine whether these factors may be contributing. Treatment may involve spinal adjustments, exercise recommendations, or referrals for further imaging and healthcare support.
What are common causes of sciatica?
Sciatica can have a variety of causes, most often linked to compression of the sciatic nerve. Contributing factors may include herniated discs, spinal misalignments, postural strain, or injuries that affect the lower back.
Other causes can include repetitive movements, prolonged sitting, or changes in spinal structure over time. Chiropractors examine posture, movement patterns, and spinal health to help identify the source of the irritation and recommend care tailored to the individual.
How is sciatica assessed by a chiropractor?
A chiropractor begins by taking a patient’s health history, followed by a physical assessment of the spine, posture, and movement. They may also perform orthopaedic or neurological tests to evaluate nerve function.
If necessary, diagnostic imaging such as X-rays may be requested to better understand the condition. Based on these findings, a chiropractor will outline a care plan that may involve adjustments, targeted exercises, and advice on posture or lifestyle factors contributing to sciatic discomfort.
Causes, Symptoms & Contributing Factors
How Sciatica Affects You
The sciatic nerve exits your spinal column from 5 different places and it joins together to form one nerve deep in the buttock muscles and runs down the back of the leg. Sciatica is a painful syndrome caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve.
The pain experienced with sciatica can be dull, achy, sharp, toothache-like, pins and needles or even similar to electric shocks. Other symptoms may include burning, numbness or tingling sensations, difficulty moving the affected leg and weakness in the leg muscles. There are numerous causes of sciatica.
Often, if any of the lower vertebrae in the lumbar spine or pelvis are misaligned, it can cause irritation to the sciatic nerve and cause the debilitating symptoms of sciatica. Chiropractic care is considered by some as one of the best treatments for this form of sciatica. There are other causes of sciatica that our chiropractors are trained specifically to diagnose.
You can be confident in the knowledge that our chiropractors are primary health care practitioners and we can determine the exact cause of your sciatica, which can also include bulging discs, bony growths on the spine, arthritis, or tight muscles in low back and or buttocks.
We can determine if your sciatica requires treatment by another specialist and can refer you directly so that you receive the most effective care for your particular condition in the shortest time possible.
