Lower Back Pain Relief with Chiropractic Adjustment

What causes sciatica?

Sciatica is not a chronic pain condition, but rather a symptom of a misalignment in the spine. For most patients, a herniated disc in the lower back causes this pain. When the disc compresses the nearby sciatic nerve, this causes a radiating pain sensation through the lower back, buttocks and legs. As long as this misalignment persists, patients will continue to experience pain.

Sciatica is symptomatic of an underlying problem in the spine. Chiropractic care helps address this problem, providing long-term pain relief. Unlike medication, chiropractic adjustments are highly effective for lower back pain relief. Prescription painkillers can only mask pain; once the medication wears off, the pain returns. A chiropractic adjustment, however, directly addresses the underlying trigger for pain. Restoring alignment is the first step towards a healthy spine.

Dr. Kozma follows a whole body approach to managing pain. In addition to addressing the underlying cause for pain (e.g., a herniated disc), Dr. Kozmas treatments also provide immediate pain relief and enhance whole body wellness. For example, physical therapy exercises can help restore movement to the lower body when it has become sore or stiff. Corrective exercises help release tension trapped within the lower back, while supporting proper posture and the spines natural curvature.