How to Stop Back Pain & Sciatic Nerve Pain…Without Taking Painkillers or Having Surgery

Do you ever find yourself waking up with a bit of stiffness in your lower back? You try to shake it off, thinking it's just a result of sleeping in a strange position or getting a bit older. But what happens when that stiffness doesn't go away?

That's exactly what happens to most of our patients. They have been active and healthy, but one day, they ended up with this discomfort in the lower back out of nowhere. They assumed it was just a passing discomfort, but as the days turned into weeks, the pain didn't seem to be going anywhere. And now it is affecting their ability to work, sleep, and enjoy hobbies.

Does that sound like what you are experiencing?

This kind of back pain and sciatic nerve pain (dull, aching, shooting or "burning" pain that may radiate to the buttock or down the leg) are the most common issues we see in our clinic. And we are good at treating it.

If you're currently experiencing any kind of back pain, find out how many of the "5 common reasons for your lingering discomfort" apply to you:

1. My primary doctor told me to “rest and see how it goes”.

2. I thought it might go away on its own. I take painkillers when it gets really bad.  

3. I tried some massages. It was relaxing but did not provide long-term pain relief.

4. I don’t know what’s causing the pain. I’m not sure what would resolve it.

5. I’m at that age where pain becomes “part of life”. I accept to live with pain.

If any of these apply to you, we now have a better understanding of why your pain is lingering, what is not working for you, and we are one step closer to helping you get rid of your discomforts.

Nowadays people aged 40+ are suffering with chronic lower back pain. Without addressing its root cause, over the long term, it may threaten your independence or get in the way of spending quality time with family and friends. If you are experiencing back pain, stiffness, or an ache, don't take any chances. This is the sign that your body is sending you to take care of yourself as early as possible. 

What are the next steps for resolving the lingering pain?

Here are 3 A’s you can follow:

• Acknowledge: Your pain is not going to disappear like magic. Acknowledge that your body needs some help.

• Avoid: If your pain gets worse with certain movements, avoid it even if you are told it’s a “good exercise”.  

• Address: Don’t let your pain lead your life. Address your concern and take charge of your body.

So the next question is: How can seeing an acupuncturist at Santa Clara Acupuncture help with your back pain or sciatic nerve pain?