Sciatica
Sciatica is one of the most common problems our chiropractors in Burton-on-Trent and Derby see. The pain ranges from a mild ache to something genuinely severe.
At a glance
- What it feels like
- Pain anywhere across the buttock, leg and foot, often coming and going, and usually worsening while it is left alone.
- What causes it
- Pressure on the sciatic nerve - from a disc injury, spinal stenosis or muscular tension in the buttock.
- How long it takes
- It depends on the state of the disc or joint involved. As a rule, correcting it takes less time than it took to develop.
Patients describe it as anything from mild discomfort to severe pain. It can be felt in different parts of the buttock, leg and foot, and it often comes and goes.
Left unattended, it usually gets worse rather than better - which is the main reason it is worth having looked at early rather than waiting to see whether it settles.
What Causes Sciatica
Sciatica is what happens when the sciatic nerve is compressed. Sometimes an injury is responsible; often it develops gradually with no prior trauma behind it at all, which patients find confusing.
Several things can produce that pressure, disc injuries, spinal stenosis and muscular tension in the buttocks among them. Whatever the underlying reason for yours, there is usually a good deal that can be done to reduce the irritation on the nerve and ease the pain and other symptoms.
What Happens When You Come In
No GP referral, no obligation, and care built around what matters to you.
Book Directly
You do not need a referral from your GP. Chiropractic is a primary healthcare profession in the UK, so you can come straight to us - including evening and Saturday appointments.
Your First Consultation
We take your full medical history and examine you properly. Nothing is assumed from the spot that hurts, because the place you feel pain is rarely the place it starts.
A Diagnosis in Plain English
We explain what we have found and what is causing it, then recommend the most appropriate course of care for your symptoms, lifestyle and goals.
How Long Does It Take to Correct Sciatica?
That depends almost entirely on the state of the disc or joint the chiropractor needs to correct, so recovery times differ considerably from patient to patient. Some people respond very quickly.
As a general rule, the longer a problem has been left, the longer it takes to put right. The good news is that correcting it usually takes less time than it took to develop.
The number of people who opt for back surgery is distressing, as is the dismal success rate. Within a five-year period, back surgery is thought to be just approximately 15% successful. You may pinpoint the issue’s origins and address it by speaking with a chiropractor, potentially avoiding the need for invasive surgery.
Questions we get asked
How long will it take for me to recover?
Recovery timelines vary depending on a number of factors. We take the time to understand your symptoms, lifestyle and goals before recommending the most appropriate course of care.
Is chiropractic care suitable for everyone?
Yes. We consider your medical history at consultation and adapt our techniques to your health status and age. We treat patients from two weeks old through to their 90s, including pregnant women, for whom we have specialised pregnancy pillows.
Can I be referred to a chiropractor on the NHS?
Unfortunately, in our local area, chiropractic care is not available through the NHS.
Other conditions
We’ll take the time to find out what’s causing your problem and explain it clearly. Together we’ll make a plan to get you better, and keep you better.
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