Sciatica Treatment in Chicago

When sciatica treatment can help

Sciatica is a symptom, not a diagnosis. It means the sciatic nerve is irritated somewhere along its path. People most often come to us with:

• Pain in the buttock or back of the thigh, often on one side

• A burning, electric or pins-and-needles feeling down the leg

• Pain that grows after long sitting or driving

• Pain when bending forward, coughing or sneezing

• Leg numbness or heaviness while walking

• Pain that wakes you at night or makes it hard to get comfortable

Go to the ER right away if you lose control of your bladder or bowels, feel numb in the groin or inner thighs, or notice a leg quickly getting weaker. Get urgent care first for leg pain after a crash or fall, with a fever, or with a swollen, red, warm calf.

How sciatica treatment works

The sciatic nerve is the thickest nerve in the body. It starts in the low back, passes deep behind the hip and runs down the back of the leg. A disc, a stiff low back joint or a tight buttock muscle can squeeze or irritate it along the way. Leg pain tells us the nerve is unhappy, but not where the trouble starts. We use movement and nerve tests to find the source, then treat there instead of chasing the leg.

Our sciatica treatment process

1. Assessment first. We test your spine, hips and nerve response to find where the nerve is being irritated.

2. Take the pressure off. Adjustments for stiff joints, with soft tissue work or dry needling for tight low back and glute muscles.

3. Calm the nerve. Stimpod, which we use for nerve pain, when your exam shows it fits.

4. Move without flare-ups. Exercise and movement habits that keep the nerve moving freely.

We check your leg symptoms at every visit and adjust the plan to match.

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Cost of sciatica treatment in Chicago

We don't post one flat price, because the cost depends on a few things:

• What is causing the nerve irritation and how long it has been going on

• Which tools your plan includes, such as adjustments, dry needling or Stimpod

• Whether you book single visits or one of our 8- or 12-week programs

• What your insurance plan covers for the visit

Call (773) 906-4280 and we will give you a clear number before you book.

Sciatica questions

Is sciatica the same as back pain?

Not quite. Back pain stays in the back. Sciatica sends pain, tingling or numbness along the leg. Many people have both, and the two often share the same cause.

Should I stay in bed with sciatica?

Long bed rest usually does not help. A short rest during a flare is fine, then gentle walking is often better. We will show you positions that ease pressure and movements to avoid.

How long does sciatica last?

It differs by cause. Some flares settle within weeks, while others last longer. We can't promise a timeline, but we will track your leg symptoms at each visit and adjust the plan.

Why choose True Precision Rehab for sciatica

• Every visit is one-on-one with Dr. Parth Sharma, DC, from start to finish.

• We look for the source of the nerve irritation, not just where it hurts.

• Adjustments, dry needling, Stimpod and exercise under one roof.

• Open until 8 PM Monday to Friday and until 3 PM on Saturday, at 371 W Ontario St in River North, with same-day visits when availability allows.

• Rated 5.0 from 62 Google reviews.

Ready to get that leg pain looked at? Call (773) 906-4280 or book online. Sciatica care is part of our lower back pain treatment in Chicago, and for other nerve symptoms see our nerve pain relief in Chicago.

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