What causes leg pain?
There are numerous causes of leg pain, some as simple as muscle cramps, strains and fatigue. Injury to your hips, knees, or ankles can result in leg pain, as can degeneration of spinal discs. Leg pain can also be caused by sciatica, a condition where the sciatic nerve is compressed, causing pain and other symptoms. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body. It extends from your lower back down to your feet. When this nerve is pinched, you can experience pain from your lower back through your hips and down your leg.
Why should I see a chiropractor for leg pain?
Chiropractors specialize in the relief of musculoskeletal pain, which is pain caused by strained or sprained muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. Medical doctors often prescribe medication for painful musculoskeletal injuries. Our Downey, CA, chiropractor will use natural therapies and techniques to manage your pain, improve your condition and help you heal. We treat both your pain and the source of your pain naturally, without the use of drugs or resorting to invasive surgery.
How does a chiropractor treat leg pain?
Chiropractic leg pain treatment will depend on the cause of your pain and its severity. Reducing pain is our main priority. From there, we take measures to treat your condition so your body can heal. Some of the treatments we offer for leg pain include chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression using the Triton DTS, Class 4 laser therapy, shockwave therapy, and acupuncture. Together, these therapies address both painful symptoms and the underlying cause of your condition to support lasting relief.
How can leg pain be prevented?
Before exercising or playing sports, take time to stretch and warm up your muscles to avoid cramps, muscle strains and other injuries. If you haven’t exercised in a while, start off slowly. Wearing supportive footwear is also important — properly fitted shoes or custom orthotics, like those available through Foot Levelers, can help reduce strain on your legs and spine.
See Our Downey, CA, Chiropractor for Leg Pain Treatment
To schedule a consultation at SoCal Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic, for leg pain diagnosis and treatment, call us today at (562) 321-5225.