Chiropractic Articles from Surfside Chiropractic

Back pain is common and can interfere with work, sleep, exercise and everyday activities. Symptoms may follow lifting, twisting, prolonged sitting or increased activity, but they can also begin without a clear event. Most back pain is not caused by a dangerous condition, but an appropriate evaluation helps identify whether conservative care may be suitable and whether medical assessment, imaging or referral should be considered. Back Pain Can Have Different Contributors Back

Sciatica describes pain or other symptoms associated with irritation of a nerve root that contributes to the sciatic nerve. Symptoms commonly travel from the lower back or buttock into the leg and may include burning pain, tingling, numbness or weakness. Not every pain that travels into the leg is sciatica, and several conditions can produce similar symptoms. An appropriate evaluation helps guide treatment and identify when medical assessment or referral is needed. What Can C