Do you have a go-to sport that you enjoy playing regularly? Have you gotten injured in the neck because of that sport? Chances, like most people seeking help from our practice, you noticed significant changes in your body after sustaining neck trauma. It’s quite possible that you’ve developed recurring health concerns too like neck pain or worse, sciatica (lower back pain).
So now you wonder “How in the world did my previous neck injury lead to sciatica pain?, “What am I supposed to do now?”, “Does this mean I will be in pain forever?” and “What’s the best source of Trinity sciatica relief for cases like mine?”.
Let’s tackle the answers to these questions as we show you what connects sports-related whiplash injury and sciatica. Hopefully, by understanding how interconnected different body parts are, you will feel more compelled to address sports-related neck injuries, no matter how minor or insignificant they might appear.
Sciatica is a condition that causes pain in the lower back, hip, and leg due to compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve. While sciatica is typically associated with conditions like herniated discs, it can also be caused by sports-related whiplash injuries.
Whiplash injuries occur when the neck and head are suddenly and forcefully thrown forward and then back, causing damage to the ligaments, muscles, and nerves in the neck. This can result in a misalignment of the vertebrae in the neck – medically known as an atlas subluxation, which can, in turn, lead to compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve.
Early diagnosis of sports-related whiplash injuries is crucial in preventing long-term damage, and managing risks for issues like sciatica. So, you should seek help immediately following any whiplash injury, no matter how insignificant it may seem.
Talk to you physician or physical therapist. We also encourage getting in touch with an Upper Cervical Chiropractor like West Pasco Chiropractic Clinic. This way, you can assess if your previous injuries have resulted in neck bone misalignments. And you can start receiving gentle adjustments to fix your posture and ease your body into healing properly.
By understanding the connection between whiplash injuries and sciatica, athletes or hobbyists like you can take steps to safeguard your health and ensure that you’re always in tip-top shape to do things that matter to you the most.
Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care is among the most trusted source of Trinity sciatica relief. This is a natural and holistic technique that has worked wonders for a lot people. Young or old, man or woman, Upper Cervical Chiropractic aims to restore optimal health by correcting the alignment of the atlas and axis bones.
So if you're in the Trinity area, Dr. Dustin Dingus of the West Pasco Chiropractic Clinic offers quality diagnosis and Upper Cervical Care. Dr. Dingus focuses on providing gentle adjustments on the Upper Cervical spine. Guided by his extensive training and experience in providing personalized care for patients with atlas subluxations, he will make sure that you receive top-notch and tailored fit care regimen. You can book your appointment with Dr. Dingus today to begin eliminating the root cause of your sciatica pain.
To schedule a consultation with Dr. Dingus, call our Trinity office at 727-514-8532. You can also click the button below.
If you are outside of the local area you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.
