Sciatica Treatment in Levittown, NY
Sciatica is pain that runs from the lower back or buttock down the back of the leg, sometimes with numbness, tingling or weakness. It happens when the sciatic nerve, or one of the nerve roots that form it, is irritated.
The pressure often comes from a herniated disc, tight muscles deep in the hip or stiff joints in the lower back. At Long Island Back & Neck Care we find which one it is, then treat the source in the back rather than just the leg, with adjustments, acupuncture, massage and exercise.
- Pain down one leg
- Numbness or tingling in the foot
- Pain that is worse when sitting
- Leg pain with lower back pain
Common Causes of Sciatica
- A herniated or bulging disc in the lower back
- Piriformis syndrome, where a tight hip muscle presses on the nerve
- Stiff or irritated joints in the lower back or pelvis
- Spinal stenosis, a narrowing of the space for the nerves
- Pregnancy and changes in posture
Sciatica is a type of pinched nerve, and it often comes with lower back pain.
Non-Surgical Sciatica Relief
Gentle adjustments and specific positioning take pressure off the irritated nerve. Massage and acupuncture ease the deep hip muscles and calm nerve pain, and corrective exercises build the core and hip strength that protects the lower back.
Lifestyle advice on sitting, driving and sleeping reduces the strain that keeps sciatica flaring. For long-standing cases, care is organized through our pain management and rehabilitation program.
Sciatica FAQs
Why treat my back when my leg hurts?
Because the nerve is being irritated in the lower back. The leg is where you feel it, not where the problem is.
How long does sciatica take to improve?
Many cases improve over several weeks of treatment. Pain that is severe, keeps getting worse or comes with growing weakness needs a sooner re-check and sometimes a referral.
When is sciatica an emergency?
Loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness in the groin or inner thighs, or weakness in both legs needs emergency care right away.
Is sitting bad for sciatica?
Long periods of sitting often make sciatica worse because they increase pressure on the lower back discs. Standing and walking breaks usually help.
Can a chiropractor help sciatica without surgery?
Yes. Most sciatica improves with conservative care. Surgery is only considered when symptoms are severe or do not respond.
Should I stretch for sciatica?
Some stretches help and some make it worse, depending on the cause. Your exercises will be chosen after your examination.
Can sciatica happen during pregnancy?
Yes. Changes in posture and weight can irritate the nerve. Gentle, pregnancy-safe care and positioning can help.
Get Sciatica Relief in Levittown
We keep evening hours on Tuesday and Thursday and are open Saturday mornings, so treatment does not have to cost you a working day. Request an appointment online or call (516) 579-4949.