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- Blake Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine5 Market Square Ste B6
Amesbury, MA 01913(781) 269-2849 Clinic Hours | Amesbury, MA
Mon2pm - 8pmTueMedfordWed1pm - 8pmThu2pm - 8pmFriMedfordSatMedfordSunClosedOther times available by appointment. Please email.
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Treating Sciatica Pain with Acupuncture
Anyone who has suffered from sciatic nerve pain can tell you it can be a very debilitating condition. It is typically caused by an impingement of the sciatic nerve in the lower back but the pain is actually felt radiating down the leg and in the buttock. There are several potential causes of sciatic pain including:
- Degenerative disc disease
- Lumbar spinal stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Pregnancy
- Herniated lumbar disc (also known as a slipped disc)
Acupuncture is one of the most gentle and effective treatment options. Traditional medicine may prescribe medication to deal with the pain caused by sciatica but acupuncture is a drug-free option that treats the issue and not just the symptom. continue reading