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Acupuncture For Releiving Painful Sciatica

What Is Sciatica?

Sciatica is a condition that affects the nerves in the lower back. It can be painful and make it difficult to move your legs or bend over. Acupuncture can help relieve sciatica by stimulating nerves in the spine, which helps alleviate pain. Sciatica may cause sharp pain in the lower back and outer thigh that gets worse when you move or stretch your leg. It’s important to treat sciatica because it can make daily activities difficult and limit your ability to walk after long periods of sitting or standing. 

How Does Acupuncture Help My Sciatica?

Sciatica can be a symptom of underlying conditions such as pregnancy , rheumatic fever , or inflammation of the spine and muscles. Sciatica may cause sharp pain in the lower back and outer thigh that gets worse when you move or stretch your leg. It’s important to treat sciatica because it can make daily activities difficult and limit your ability to walk after long periods of sitting or standing. Acupuncture works by stimulating nerves in muscles called myelinated c fibrs. These nerves carry messages back to the brain and locally to inhibit pain and increase blood flow. Acupuncture works by sending these small electrical currents through these nerves, which can help relieve pain and improve your overall health.

Acupuncture for Sciatica
Woman’s body on the acupuncture – doctor sticks needles, close up view

What Are The Side Effects Of Acupuncture?

There are no serious side effects of acupuncture, but some people may experience mild discomfort during or after treatment. If you have any questions about the safety or effectiveness of acupuncture, please consult with a healthcare professional.

How Do I Prepare For My Appointment With An Acupuncturist?

There is no right or wrong way to prepare for your appointment with an acupuncturist. However, some basics that may help include:

– Staying well rested prior to your appointment

– Avoiding any large meals before your appointment

How Do I Prepare For My Appointment With An Acupuncturist?

There is no right or wrong way to prepare for your appointment with an acupuncturist. However, some basics that may help include:

– Staying well rested prior to your appointment

– Avoiding any large meals before your appointment

How Often Should I See My Acupuncturist?

It is important to remember that there is no “one size fits all” answer to how often you should see an acupuncturist. However, some people may find that every few weeks is enough, while others may need to see their acupuncturist more frequently. It is important to talk with your acupuncturist about what works best for you.

Where Can I Find An Acupuncturist In My Area?

I work both in Highgate, North London, and in Woking, Surrey.

Conclusion: If you are suffering from sciatica, acupuncture may help

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Laurens Holve

Laurens Holve has over 35 years experience as a Healthcare Practitioner specialising in both Osteopathy and Acupuncture practicing in North London and Woking, Surrey.

He trained in Osteopathic Medicine in London and studied Acupuncture in London and China where he worked and gained clinical experience in a hospital in Shanghai.

He helps people quickly get back to health by using his many years of study and experience employing different techniques to help reduce pain, increase mobility and improve health.