Sciatica

If sciatica pain disrupts your daily life, turn to acupuncture specialist Kerri Kuhlsen, L.Ac., c.SMA, at Twin Acupuncture in the New Springville neighborhood of Staten Island, New York City, New York. She has expertise in holistic care, providing acupuncture, cupping, E-stim, and Gua Sha to ease pain, reduce inflammation, and restore mobility. These gentle yet effective treatments address the root cause of sciatic nerve irritation without relying on medication or invasive procedures. If you suffer from sciatica, call or text the office or fill out the online form today.

What is sciatica?

Sciatica is a condition that causes pain to radiate along the path of your sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back through your hips, buttocks, and down each leg. It typically affects only one side of the body. This condition can range from mild discomfort to severe pain that affects daily activities.

What are the symptoms of sciatica?

The primary symptom of sciatica is pain that starts in your lower back or buttock and travels down your leg. The pain may feel sharp, burning, or like an electric shock. Other symptoms include:

• Numbness or tingling in your leg or foot
• Weakness in the affected leg
• Increased pain when sitting, standing for long periods, or walking
• Difficulty moving your leg or foot

The severity of symptoms varies depending on the cause of nerve compression and the level of inflammation.

What causes sciatica?

Sciatica occurs when your sciatic nerve is compressed or irritated. Common causes include:

• Herniated or bulging disc: a disc pressing on the nerve root in your lower spine
• Spinal stenosis: narrowing of the spinal canal that puts pressure on the nerve
• Piriformis syndrome: tightness or spasms in the piriformis muscle that can compress your sciatic nerve
• Spondylolisthesis: a slipped vertebra that pinches your nerve
• Muscle imbalances or inflammation: tension and inflammation in surrounding muscles that can aggravate your sciatic nerve

Kerri has the expertise to determine the root cause of your pain and provide effective holistic treatment.

How is sciatica treated?

At Twin Acupuncture, Kerri offers the following holistic therapies to relieve sciatic pain:

• Acupuncture: stimulates specific points to reduce pain, decrease nerve inflammation, and promote healing
• Cupping therapy: uses suction to improve blood flow, loosen muscle tension, and reduce pressure on your sciatic nerve
• E-stim (electrical stimulation): sends small electrical pulses to the affected area, reducing nerve pain and promoting muscle relaxation
• Gua Sha: a scraping technique that increases circulation, breaks up muscle adhesions, and relieves tension in your lower back and buttocks

These treatments provide natural, drug-free relief, addressing sciatica’s symptoms and underlying causes.

You don’t have to suffer from sciatica. Call, text, or fill out the online form to request an appointment today.