Quicker Sciatica Improvement with Chiropractic

In our Holtsville practice, it's common for us to see patients suffering with sciatica, and Dr. Cohen has helped many of these people heal with chiropractic care. What makes chiropractic therapy so helpful to those who suffer with this condition? First, it lessens their time of recovery and a Norwegian medical study confirms it.

Research Shows Chiropractic Care Helps With Sciatica Pain

In the report, which took place in a Norwegian hospital's orthopedic division, the authors looked at 44 patients who had 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 authors found that all but two patients went back to their jobs after receiving chiropractic adjustments, which is a 95% success rate. Furthermore, the average period of time that the people spent off work "was reduced by two thirds as compared with that associated with conventional medical treatment."

Considering 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 nearly 112,500 work days that could potentially be recovered each and every year solely by receiving chiropractic care. Not only could that increase work productivity, but it would also lessen costs to businesses and employees from lost work.

We Can Help People Find Support From Sciatica Issues

If you live in Holtsville and you suffer with sciatic pain, Dr. Cohen is here to assist. Give us a call at (631) 360-7999 and we'll work with you to find the root cause of your sciatic pain 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.