02/21/2022
Low back pain and sciatic pain (sciatica)
We receive a call today asking about the difference between low back pain and sciatic pain (sciatica). The short and simple answers are:
Low back pain usually is pain around lower back restricts movements of the back and legs. Sitting, standing up, and simple movements can be painful.
Sciatica is the tight muscle or muscle knots in the lower back pinch the sciatic nerve(s) that cause pain radiates from the back all the way to the leg(s), sometimes with weakness, numbness and tingling sensations.
Low back pain and sciatica are no fun. They can be constant and very debilitating. They affect our daily life and work. Activities we take for granted such as walking, sleeping, doing simple chores with the family or playing with the kids can be so difficult and painful. Lots of times pain killers and muscles relaxants DO NOT work. If you are suffering lower back pain and sciatica or ANY pain, Call or text 617-981-2871 fast, we can help!!!
