Quicker Sciatica Improvement with Chiropractic Care

In our Henderson, NV practice, it's common for us to see patients struggling with sciatica, and Dr. Russell and Dr. Janda has helped many of these people recover with chiropractic. What makes chiropractic so beneficial to those who suffer with this condition? First off, it shortens their time of recovery and a Norwegian research study confirms it.

Research Supports Chiropractic Helps With Sciatica Pain

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

The researchers discovered that all but two patients went back to their jobs after receiving chiropractic care, which is a 95% success rate. Moreover, the average amount of time that the patients spent off work "was reduced by two thirds as compared with that associated with conventional medical treatment."

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

We Can Help People Find Comfort From Sciatica

If you live in Henderson, NV and you suffer with sciatic pain, Dr. Russell and Dr. Janda is here to help. Give us a call at (702) 990-2225 and we'll work with you to find the source of your sciatica and get you back on the road to recovery.

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.