Faster Sciatica Healing with Chiropractic Adjustments

In our Largo practice, it isn't unusual for us to see people struggling with sciatica, and Spinal Health Chiropractic Center has helped many of these people recover with chiropractic adjustments. What makes chiropractic therapy so beneficial to those who suffer with sciatica issues? First off, it shortens their recovery time and a Norwegian medical study confirms it.

Research Shows Chiropractic Therapy Helps With Sciatica Pain

In the report, which took place in a Norwegian hospital's orthopedic department, the authors looked at 44 patients who had sudden low back pain that was diagnosed as acute sciatic nerve pain. The participants were all treated by a chiropractor, with the mean follow-up being two years after treatment.

The authors found that all but two patients returned to their jobs after receiving chiropractic adjustments, which is a 95% success rate. What's more, the average period of time that the individuals spent off work "was reduced by two thirds as compared with that associated with conventional medical treatment."

Considering that the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that over 170,000 workdays were missed in 2013 due to employees dealing with back or spine-related issues, that is about 112,500 work days that could potentially be recovered each and every year solely by receiving chiropractic care. Not only would that increase productivity, but it might also lessen costs to businesses and employees from lost work.

We Can Help People Find Relief From Sciatica Issues

If you live in Largo and you suffer with sciatic pain, Spinal Health Chiropractic Center is here to help. Give us a call at (727) 531-4444 and we'll work with you to find the source of your sciatica and get you back on the road to health.

Orlin JR, Didriksen A. Results of chiropractic treatment of lumbopelvic fixation in 44 patients admitted to an orthopedic department. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 2007;30(2):135-139.