Lafayette, Louisiana Sciatica Treatment

Sciatica is a painful condition caused by irritation or inflammation of the sciatic nerve. If you suffer from sciatic pain, you know how disruptive it can be to your life.

Fortunately, chiropractic may be the perfect way to help you heal. At Dr. Richard Duplantis, Lafayette LA Chiropractor, we've helped many patients recover from sciatic nerve pain.

     >  It is important for patients with sciatica to seek immediate evaluation to identify the cause and begin the appropriate treatment. < 

Potential Causes of Sciatica: 

• Herniated Disk: The most common cause of sciatica is a herniated or bulging disk in the lower back that presses on the sciatic nerve. 
• Spinal Stenosis: In older people, spinal stenosis can cause sciatica. 
• Spondylolisthesis: A misalignment of one vertebra relative to another can cause sciatica. 
• Piriformis Syndrome: A pain disorder that involves the narrow muscle in the buttocks. 
• Pelvic Injury or Fracture: A pelvic injury or fracture can cause sciatica. 
• Tumors: Tumors can cause sciatica by directly compressing the sciatic nerve. 
• Aging: Aging can cause changes in the spine, like bone spurs or herniated disks. 
• Obesity: Being overweight increases stress on the spine. 
• Diabetes: Diabetes increases the risk of nerve damage. 
• Occupation: Jobs that require twisting the back, carrying heavy loads, or driving for long periods might play a role in herniated disks. 
• Prolonged Sitting: People who sit a lot or don't move much are more likely to develop herniated disks.

Sciatica and Chiropractic Care - Additional Resources

Dr. Duplantis has put in great effort to educate people through videos. Check out our Facebook page, YouTube channel, and website for videos providing health tips and more information on chiropractic care!

Watch our videos on sciatica and chiropractic, and then give our office in Lafayette LA a call at (337) 350-0225 to discuss how we can help you get back on the road to health. We also invite you to read our Google Reviews. Our patients travel from Crowley, Opelousas, Breaux Bridge, Cecilia, New Iberia, Youngsville and the entire vicinity to receive chiropractic treatment for auto accident injuries, sports injuries, work injuries, back pain relief and more!