What causes sciatica and and is there any way of relieving it?
Sciatica is caused by rupturing, bulging, or herniation of the spinal discs located between L-3, L-4, and L-5. It is treated surgically by either a neurosurgeon or orthopedic surgeon. It is treated non-surgically by a chiropractor, especially one using the spinal expansion tables that are now available to perform controlled traction/relaxation on the area of your lower back. I would suggest trying the chiropractor route first to see if you can get more comfortable. If that doesn’t turn out to be beneficial, then you should get referrals to several neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons in you area specializing in spinal decompression surgery.
