Condition

Sciatica

Pain that travels from the lower back down one leg along the sciatic nerve, often caused by a pressed or irritated nerve root.

Also called: pinched nerve, leg nerve pain, sciatic nerve pain, leg pain from back

Who Can Help with Sciatica?

Chiropractors
A licensed provider who treats back pain, neck pain and other joint and muscle problems, mainly with spinal adjustments and hands-on care.
Physical Therapists
A licensed therapist who helps people recover strength, movement and function after injury, surgery or illness through exercise and hands-on care.
Spine Surgeons
An orthopedic surgeon who treats conditions of the spine, such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis and scoliosis.
Acupuncturists
A licensed provider who places thin needles at points on the body to relieve pain and treat other health concerns.
Massage Therapists
A licensed therapist who uses massage to relieve muscle pain and tension and help with relaxation.
Naprapaths
A licensed provider who treats muscle, joint and connective tissue pain with hands-on therapy, exercise and nutrition advice.
Pain Management Doctors
A physician who treats long-term pain, such as back, neck and nerve pain, with medicines, injections and other procedures.
Physiatrists
A physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, treating injuries and conditions that affect movement without surgery.
Neurosurgeons
A surgeon who operates on the brain, spine and nerves, including treatment of tumors, herniated discs and spinal injuries.
Osteopathic Manipulation Doctors
An osteopathic physician who uses hands-on manipulation of muscles and joints to treat pain and other musculoskeletal problems.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about sciatica and what is right for you.