Health advice on sciatica

As with most treatments, it is important to treat the cause.  A tight piriformis muscle (deep in the buttocks) can cause sciatica.  If this is the case, then deep tissue massage and stretching exercises may be helpful.


  If the cause is a compressed nerve, then chiropractic adjustments may relieve the pressure.  Certain homeopathic medicines (eg.  hypericum, etc.) and supplements (B-vitamins, etc.)  may be helpful in dealing with the symptoms of nerve pain and compression.  Find a trained health care practitioner who can diagnose the cause of your symptoms. 

Dr. Karen Benton, Naturopathic Physician