Sciatica Treatment Specialist in American Pain and Wellness

If you’re suffering from radiating back-and-leg pain, numbness, or weakness associated with Sciatica, American Pain & Wellness offers comprehensive, evidence-guided evaluation and individualized treatment plans. Our team works to relieve pain, address underlying causes, and help restore function — whether your symptoms are acute, recurring, or chronic.

What Is Sciatica — And Why It Matters

Sciatica refers to pain (sometimes accompanied by tingling, numbness, or weakness) that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve — from the lower back or buttock down through the leg. This often results from pressure, irritation or inflammation of one or more nerve roots in the lower spine. 

Possible triggers include herniated discs, degenerative spinal changes, nerve-root compression, or other spinal conditions that interfere with normal nerve function. 

How We Diagnose Sciatica

At American Pain & Wellness, our diagnostic process includes:

• A thorough review of your medical history and symptoms (pain location, onset, triggers, prior injuries or spinal issues).
• A detailed physical examination — assessing strength, reflexes, posture, gait, and neurological signs.
• When indicated, advanced imaging or diagnostic tests such as X-ray, MRI, CT scan, or nerve conduction / EMG studies — to pinpoint nerve root compression or other structural causes.

With accurate diagnosis, we can tailor a treatment plan that addresses both symptoms and underlying causes — not simply mask pain.

Treatment Options: From Conservative to Interventional

Depending on severity, duration, and the root cause of sciatic pain, we may recommend one or more of the following:

Conservative & Supportive Care

• Activity modification and posture education to reduce nerve stress.
• Cold therapy (initially) to reduce inflammation, followed by heat therapy to ease muscle tension and improve circulation.
• Over-the-counter or prescription anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) to help relieve pain and swelling.
• Muscle relaxants or nerve-pain medications (as appropriate) when nerve irritation or muscle spasm contributes to discomfort.
• Guided physical therapy: targeted stretching, core and back strengthening, posture correction, and mobility exercises to reduce nerve compression and improve spinal support.

Interventional Treatments

• Epidural or nerve-root steroid injections: for cases where inflammation and nerve irritation cause persistent pain unresponsive to conservative care. These injections can offer significant relief and help reduce inflammation around affected nerve roots.
• When indicated, image-guided injections or other minimally invasive procedures aimed at relieving nerve compression and alleviating radicular symptoms.

When Surgery Might Be Considered

In severe or persistent cases — especially when there is significant nerve compression, weakness, or failure of other treatments — surgical interventions such as disc decompression may be discussed to relieve pressure on the nerve and restore function. 

Recovery Outlook & What Patients Can Expect

• Many cases of sciatica improve over time, often within a few weeks with proper conservative care.
• With interventional treatments or combined therapy plans, pain relief and improved mobility are realistic goals — though the timeline varies depending on cause, severity, and patient health.
• Long-term success often involves a comprehensive plan: treatment, physical therapy, lifestyle and posture adjustments, and ongoing prevention strategies (core strengthening, proper ergonomics, weight management).

Why Choose American Pain & Wellness for Sciatica Care

At our clinic, we emphasize:

• A personalized, patient-centered approach — tailored to your history, symptoms, and diagnostic findings.
• A broad spectrum of treatment options — from conservative and non-invasive to interventional therapies — to match individual needs.
• Safe, precise diagnostic and interventional procedures when needed.
• Integrated follow-up care, rehabilitation guidance, and long-term support to maximize recovery and reduce recurrence risk.

If you’re experiencing back, buttock or leg pain, numbness, or weakness along a nerve distribution — and suspect sciatica — schedule a consultation with American Pain & Wellness. Let us help you find relief and restore your mobility and comfort.