Treating Sciatica With Chiropractic Care and Spinal Decompression
Sciatica is a painful condition where patients experience radiating pain along their sciatic nerve, which extends from the lower back through the hips and buttocks down each leg. This painful condition can significantly impact daily life, making it important to seek effective treatment. Two highly effective treatments for sciatica offered at Autera Health Center in Peachtree City, GA, are chiropractic care and VAX-D decompression therapy.
Understanding Sciatica
Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve is compressed, often due to a herniated disc, bone spur, or spinal stenosis. The pressure on the nerve can cause inflammation, pain, and sometimes numbness in the affected leg. Common symptoms include sharp pain in the lower back, buttock, and leg, tingling or burning sensations, and muscle weakness.
Chiropractic Care for Sciatica
Dr. Matt Autera uses chiropractic care to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders, particularly those involving the spine. For sciatica, he employs a range of techniques to alleviate pain and restore function.
- Spinal Adjustments – Chiropractic adjustments help realign the spine, reducing nerve compression and inflammation. These adjustments improve mobility and function, allowing the body to heal naturally.
- Manual Therapy – Techniques such as spinal manipulation and mobilization help relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve, reducing pain and improving range of motion.
- Exercise and Rehabilitation – Dr. Autera will provide personalized exercise programs to strengthen the muscles supporting the spine, improve flexibility, and prevent future injuries.
VAX-D Decompression Therapy
VAX-D is a non-surgical spinal decompression therapy that effectively treats sciatica and other disc-related conditions. This advanced treatment gently stretches the spine, creating negative pressure within the discs. This negative pressure helps retract herniated or bulging discs, reducing nerve compression and promoting healing.
- Procedure – During your session, you will lie on a specially designed table. A harness is secured around your pelvis, and the table gently stretches your spine. This controlled stretching reduces pressure on the sciatic nerve, allowing nutrients and oxygen to flow into the discs and promote healing.
- Benefits – VAX-D decompression therapy is non-invasive, painless, and has a high success rate for treating sciatica. Our patients often experience significant pain relief after just a few sessions, with continued improvement over the course of treatment.
- Complementary Care – While VAX-D addresses the mechanical issues causing nerve compression, chiropractic care focuses on overall spinal health and function, ensuring long-term relief and prevention.
Schedule an Appointment to Get the Right Treatment
At Autera Health Center, Dr. Autera will assess each patient to create a personalized treatment plan. By combining chiropractic care with VAX-D decompression therapy, his patients receive holistic and effective treatment for sciatica. If you’re struggling with sciatica, contact us to schedule a consultation and start your journey to a pain-free life.
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