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Sciatica Treatment Phoenix
Relief for Sciatic Nerve Pain in Phoenix: Treatment Options That Work
Anyone who has experienced sciatica before will instantly recognize it again. The zinging pain along the sciatic nerve can range from mild to severe, and at its worst can cause excruciating pain in the low back, buttock, back of the leg,
or possibly all the way into the calf.
The good news is that with proper treatment, sciatica usually resolves within a few weeks and only rarely requires surgery.
Experiencing SCIATICA SYMPTOMS?
Sciatica pain varies from person to person, but usually only affects one leg or the other.
You May experience a mild ache, burning sensation, or jolts similar to a mild electric shock. For some people, sciatic pain can be excruciating. It May also be accompanied by numbness, tingling or muscle weakness in the affected leg.
What Causes Sciatica?
Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes irritated or compressed. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the human body, running through the lower back, hips, and legs.
Sciatica is usually caused by:
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Herniated discs (most common): Bulging or ruptured discs put pressure on the sciatic nerve.
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Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spine): As the spinal canal narrows, it compresses the roots of the sciatic nerve.
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Bone spurs: These compress the roots of the sciatic nerve causing pain.
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Degenerative disc disease: The wear and tear of spinal discs due to age can compress nerves, leading to pain.
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Spondylolisthesis: Vertebrae slip and this can compress the sciatic nerve, causing sciatica.
When to See a Sciatica Doctor
(Orthopaedic Spine Specialist)
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Mild sciatica often resolves on its own,
but you should see a doctor soon for sciatica treatment in AZ if your sciatica:
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is severe
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lasts longer than a week
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gets progressively worse
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develops suddenly after a traumatic injury, such as a car accident
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causes weakness in the leg or foot
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affects bowel or bladder function
Sciatica that causes weakness in the leg or foot or that affects bowel or bladder function should be IMMEDIATELY assessed by a spine specialist.
Common Non-Surgical
Treatments for Sciatica Pain
Sciatica pain treatment
is possible
Sciatica pain treatment is possible. In fact, most sciatica that doesn’t resolve on its own can be treated with one of many non-surgical interventions, including:
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Physical therapy: Stretching and strengthening muscles surrounding the sciatic nerve can help improve the alignment of your spine while also decreasing compression on the sciatic nerve.
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Pain management & medication management: From taking NSAIDs like ibuprofen to using ice and heat therapy, there are a number of ways to reduce pain associated with sciatica.
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Epidural Steroid Injections: Steroid injections administered by a doctor may help reduce inflammation around the sciatic nerve for longer periods of time than over the counter medications.
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Lifestyle Changes: Losing weight, correcting posture, avoiding prolonged sitting, and other lifestyle modifications can significantly decrease sciatica pain.
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Complementary Care Methods: From massages to chiropractic care and acupuncture, several complementary care methods may help reduce sciatica pain. These should not be considered standalone treatments, however.
Sciatica Surgery
SURGERY IS A LAST RESORT
Dr. Baig will only perform spine surgery for sciatica if it is truly necessary
and if he is confident the surgery will effectively relieve your sciatic pain and symptoms.
Dr. Baig may perform a lumbar laminectomy, removing the portion of bone in the vertebrae that is compressing the sciatic nerve.
Other surgical options may include microdiscectomy, spinal fusion, or endoscopic spine surgery.
It Starts
with Thorough Analysis
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TAILORED TREATMENT OPTIONS
Before recommending any treatment – especially surgery – our team at Desert Spine and Scoliosis Center conducts a thorough examination and evaluation to understand why you’re experiencing sciatica pain. Then, we tailor our treatment suggestions to your unique circumstances.
This is why it is so important to get a consultation done by a trained orthopaedic spine specialist.
What is common among all people who suffer from sciatic nerve pain in Phoenix is that the problem will not resolve itself, so if you notice an issue you should do something about it to make sure that you’re aware of all of your options.
A sciatica specialist like Dr. Baig will give you a thorough examination, meticulously reviewing your history
and laying out all of your options.
If you’re experiencing sciatic nerve pain in Phoenix or anywhere nearby, please don’t hesitate to contact our office to schedule an initial consultation.
Get maximum relief with minimal risk
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SPINE PROCEDURES
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SPINE SURGERY
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SPINE PROCEDURES
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WE DIAGNOSE THE ROOT
Chronic back pain can be debilitating and leave you feeling hopeless. When Craig wasn’t getting the care he felt he deserved, he reached out to Dr. Baig to get the help he needed.
Unfortunately, this is a common problem: People suffering from back pain see a doctor, get diagnosed with some type of “chronic” condition, obtain a prescription and perhaps go to a few physical therapy appointments. They feel a bit better for a time, but the root of the problem is never diagnosed or properly treated. This is how back pain can become chronic, and this is why people ultimately seek the help of Desert Spine and Scoliosis center, expert back surgeons in Phoenix.
Dr. Baig, one of the most respected back surgeons in Phoenix, helped Craig identify his problem by relying on his years of expertise as a spine specialist in Phoenix. With the proper treatment, Craig’s condition improved and he was able to get back into life without the terrible pain that had dragged him down for so long. This is what patients should reasonably expect from our team of Phoenix spine surgeons.
SUCCESS STORIES
For an active 39 year old who participates in Jiujitsu, having a spinal fusion would not have been the right thing for her. We were able to get her back on the mat after a successful disc replacement and she is back living her life
NO MORE BACK PAIN!
For an active young mom, having a spinal fusion was out of the question.
She was back in the gym THE SAME DAY after she had an Endoscopic Decompression. Dr. Baig and is living life
PAIN FREE!
This personal trainer got a cervical disc replacement.
She was able to avoid a fusion, keep her her range of motion, and get back
into the gym
PAIN FREE!
WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY
We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our patients who take the time to leave a review about their experience at our practice.
Your kind words and feedback are greatly appreciated by our entire team, and your review helps other patients make an informed decision about where to turn to for care.
Thanks again for sharing your experience with others. You are making a difference.
T.M. ~ Actual Patient
"Dr Baig and his team are phenomenal. I had a compressed nerve due to a bulging disc and was able to be seen relatively quickly. Surgery was quick and flawless and I have no complaints at all. I truly appreciated how fast they worked to get me seen and out of all the pain I was in! Highly recommend them."
A.H. ~ Actual Patient
"Dr Baig literally changed my life for the better. I had a severely pinched nerve in my neck and needed to get surgery. Immediately at my first consult I felt comfortable and in good hands. I even walked away with a smile on my face during that scary time.
Surgery day couldn’t have gone better. The team he had also had a great bedside manner and helped keep me calm.
After the surgery and in the recovery room, he came in and checked on me and made sure I was all good before releasing me."
S.D. ~ Actual Patient
"Dr Baig was going to be my second opinion for an upcoming scheduled spinal surgery. After my appointment, he will be my surgeon. He gave me a lot of information that was lacking from my other doctors. I felt very comfortable with Dr Baig and his entire office staff. Looking forward to living pain free after we strengthen my bones. It’s going to be a permanent fix and not a bandaid."
Consult Our Back Surgeons in Phoenix
Back pain can often be a result of an accident, injury, or congenital conditions such as scoliosis. Certain forms of back pain can be a result of the natural aging process, including conditions such as disc protrusion and spinal stenosis.
Today, advancements in imaging, and non surgical techniques have led to more treatment options than ever before, allowing us to return our patients the life they once knew…usually without the need for invasive spine surgery.
Typically, back surgeons in Phoenix offer one type of help, even though there are many others available. When you work with Dr. Baig at the Desert Spine and Scoliosis Center, you can rest assured that everything is on the table when it comes to potential treatments that are accepted by the medical world.
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