Sciatica Pain Relief in Sarasota

Treatment for Sciatica-Related Leg Pain

Sciatica pain results from irritation of or damage to the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve travels from the lower back to the toes. Since this nerve runs through so much of the body, sciatica pain greatly hinders a patient’s mobility.

Patients with sciatica nerve damage experience a number of debilitating symptoms, such as:

• Numbness
• Tingling
• Muscle Weakness
• Fatigue, due to sleep loss
• Back pain
• Difficulty standing up

Our Approach to Sciatica Treatment

Many circumstances can irritate, inflame, or pinch the sciatic nerve: heavy lifting, recent injury, an auto accident, sitting still for too long. Platinum Healthcare’s physical medicine professionals have the resources to accurately identify and diagnose sciatica nerve damage. We provide a number of treatments to reduce inflammation and increase mobility.

What is Sciatica?

The sciatic nerves are the largest nerves in the body. They are located in both legs below the thigh and run down the upper part of the leg. Sciatica is a condition where the sciatic nerve becomes pinched or inflamed, which can cause radiating pain down the legs and up the back.

The pressure on the sciatic nerve is often caused by a problem in the back, such as a slipped disc. The most comprehensive treatment strategy for sciatica pain will involve pain management while diagnosing and treating the cause of the nerve damage.