Juneau Sciatica Recovery with Chiropractic

In our Juneau practice, it isn't unusual for us to see people troubled with sciatic nerve pain, and Dr. Messerschmidt has helped many of these people heal with chiropractic treatment. What makes chiropractic therapy so beneficial to those who suffer with sciatica? First, it shortens their time of recovery and a Norwegian medical study confirms it.

Research Supports Chiropractic Therapy 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 clinically diagnosed as acute sciatica. The individuals were all treated by a chiropractor, with the mean follow-up being two years after treatment.

The researchers discovered that all but two patients returned to their jobs after receiving chiropractic care, which is a 95% success rate. What's more, 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."

Considering that the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 170,450 days of work were missed in 2013 due to employees dealing with back or spine-related issues, that is about 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 might also lessen costs to businesses and employees from lost work.

We Can Help Patients Find Comfort From Sciatica Discomfort

If you live in Juneau and you suffer from sciatic pain, Dr. Messerschmidt is here to assist. Give us a call at (907) 789-1344 and we'll work with you to find the source of your sciatica and get you back on the road to health.

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.

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