Can you treat sciatica with acupuncture?
Can you treat sciatica with acupuncture?
Acupuncture has been shown to be an effective treatment for sciatica without the side effects of prescription pain medications like NSAIDs and muscle relaxers. It is also a safe, non-surgical treatment option that can relieve sciatica pain.
Where is the acupuncture point for sciatica?
According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), sciatica belongs to the gallbladder meridian of the foot-Shaoyang (GB) and the bladder meridian of the foot-Taiyang (BL), and the Yanglingquan (GB 34) and Huantiao (GB 30) are two key “acupuncture points” (acupoints) for treating sciatica [5].
Is chiropractic or acupuncture better for sciatica?
Acupuncture is very effective to treat the sciatica nerve pain, and chiropractic care is effective to correct the structural cause. By addressing both symptom and cause, integrative therapies often achieve immediate and long-term success.
How does acupuncture help sciatica pain?
The sciatic nerve, to influence muscle relaxation and blood flow regulation along the pathway of the pain in the leg. Acupuncture points for treating sciatic pain vary, depending on the exact location and pathway of the pain. Below is a case study from our acupuncture clinic illustrating how we’ve helped patients to manage sciatic pain.
What are the primary points for sciatica treatment?
The primary points used for sciatic regardless of the meridian (s) effected on the leg are Linggu and Dabai. These two points are located on the Large Intestine channel. The points are needled on the hand opposite to the sciatic pain. Linggu is needled first.
What is sciatic nerve pain?
Sciatic pain is a symptom of an underlying medical condition of the lower back area. The sciatic nerve originates in the lower back, runs through the buttocks, and down the back of each leg. Portions of the sciatic nerve branch to various areas of the leg, like the calf or toes.
Where does the sciatic nerve start and end?
The sciatic nerve originates in the lower back, runs through the buttocks, and down the back of each leg. Portions of the sciatic nerve branch to various areas of the leg, like the calf or toes. Sciatic pain occurs when there is a structural impingement or compression of the sciatic nerve in the lower back.
