Are You Struggling With Persistent Sciatica?

December 14, 2023

Pain in the lower back. Numbness or tingling down the leg. A pins and needles sensation in your leg, feet or toes. These are some of the common symptoms that millions of sciatica sufferers experience. Dr. Quigley has decades of expertise in treating this often debilitating condition. In his recent YouTube video featured below, he delves into crucial aspects of managing sciatica, shedding light on the importance of diagnosis and tailored treatment.

The Really Good News: It’s Highly Treatable

Sciatica affects a staggering number of people each year, and it can linger for years if left untreated. According to Dr. Quigley, the good news is that in 99% of cases, sciatica is highly treatable. What’s critical is identifying the root cause, which is precisely what Dr. Quigley does to help patients.

The Importance of a Thorough Exam

Drawing from his 30-year career and numerous successful sciatica treatments, Dr. Quigley stresses pinpointing why sciatica persists. He conducts a comprehensive examination, including motion X-rays and MRIs, to make that determination.

The motion study X-rays offer a dynamic view of the spine’s functionality. By capturing the spine in motion, these X-rays reveal areas of both function and dysfunction. This detailed insight enables a tailored approach to treatment, addressing the specific areas causing sciatic discomfort.

MRI scans are a powerful tool to help Dr. Quigley make a diagnosis, as they can assess spinal disc health and other related structures. An MRI is highly valuable for someone with long-term sciatica as it helps him craft a more effective treatment plan.

Get Out of Pain and Feel Great

If persistent sciatica prevents you from engaging in your daily activities, favorite hobbies, or athletic pursuits, we invite you to contact Charles Street Family Chiropractic at 617-720-1992. Dr. Quigley and his team will provide custom-tailored treatments to relieve your discomfort and improve your quality of life. Schedule an appointment today!

Dr. Christopher Quigley

“I was majoring in chemistry at Villanova University when my path turned to chiropractic. I was going on interviews to be a pharmaceutical sales representative, and they always asked me what I wanted to be doing in five years. My answer was always the same: “I want to be helping people, enjoying my work, while making a difference.”

Why Chiropractic Care Should Play a Bigger Role in Public Health

Looking for a Boston chiropractor focused on conservative, drug-free spine care? At Charles Street Family Chiropractic in Beacon Hill, Dr. Chris Quigley helps patients with back pain, neck pain, sciatica, disc problems, and recurring spinal conditions. Chiropractic care can support mobility, function, and active living while reducing reliance on medications and invasive procedures. Even major medical centers, including the University of South Florida Neurosurgery program, are integrating chiropractic care into collaborative spine treatment and research.

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The number that should stop every elective-surgery patient in their tracks is 94%.
In a large 2017 Journal of Pain Research study of 1,842 people who had undergone lumbar spine surgery, 94% reported some degree of residual low-back pain. That does not mean 94% had severe pain, nor does it mean 94% of the operations were surgical failures. But for an invasive procedure that many patients understandably hope will eliminate their back pain, the persistence of any low-back pain in such a large proportion of respondents is difficult to dismiss.
The same study found that 20.6% met the researchers’ criteria for failed back surgery syndrome —roughly one out of every five patients. Residual numbness was reported by 69.8%, cold sensations by 43.3%, and paresthesia such as tingling or abnormal sensations by 35.3%.

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