Sciatica Treatment

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Find out if you're a candidate for a minimally invasive alternative to open neck or back surgery

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Sciatica treatment depends on the condition or conditions that are causing the symptoms, and only a doctor who has personally examined you can provide an effective treatment plan. For example, someone who is experiencing sciatica due to a pelvis fracture or other traumatic injury is going to undergo a different treatment than someone suffering from a degenerative spine condition. However, there are many conservative treatment methods that are often recommended regardless of the cause.

These include:

Rest
Spinal cortisone injections
Pain medications - OTC and prescription
Anti-inflammatory medicines
Exercise
Stretching
Spinal decompression therapy
Hot/cold compression therapy

Surgical Sciatica Treatment

For the minority that cannot find relief from sciatica using the techniques listed above, surgery may be the final option. In this case, endoscopic spine surgery provides a safe, effective alternative to open back surgery. In fact, this procedure comes with many advantages over open back surgery, including:

Shorter recovery time
No general anesthesia - only local anesthesia and IV sedation
Availability to some people who may not qualify for open back surgery
Reduced trauma to the body
Lowered chance of infection
Performed as an outpatient rather than inpatient procedure, so no hospital stay

For more information on endoscopic spine procedures for sciatica treatment, or to request a complimentary review of your MRI or CT scan to determine whether or not you're eligible for a minimally invasive procedure to treat your condition, contact Laser Spine Institute. We'll be happy to review your paperwork and discuss all your treatment options with you.

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