Sciatica Treatment in Reno

Sciatica is named after the sciatic nerve, which is often affected by the condition. Typically, pressure from a herniated disc, bone spur, or spinal stenosis impacts the sciatic nerve. This causes radiating pain along its length, typically down one side from the lower back through the buttocks, hip and leg. Numbness can also occur on the side affected by sciatica. Dr. Sina Rajamand provides sciatica treatment at Saint Mary’s Brain and Spine Surgery in Reno, Nevada.

Mild sciatica can present with pain, tingling and/or numbness only in parts of the sciatic nerve, and corresponding areas of the body, such as the hip or leg. The discomfort can go away on its own with rest, good posture, some exercise and OTC pain meds or NSAIDs. It is when these symptoms persist, grow worse or affect bladder or bowel control, that you may need the services of a Reno neurosurgeon.

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Sciatica Risk Factors And Surgical Solutions In Reno

While sciatica is commonly caused by the conditions above, it may also occur when a tumor presses on the nerve, or when congenital diseases or conditions cause nerve damage. The following are the risk factors for sciatica:

Age – age-related changes in the spine are the most common causes of sciatica.
Obesity – excess weight can increase the stress on your spine.
Career – a job that requires you to twist often, bear heavy weight or sit for prolonged periods can contribute to sciatica.
Prolonged sitting – sitting for long periods or a sedentary lifestyle can contribute to sciatica.
Diabetes – diabetes can cause nerve damage over time if not kept under control.

When conservative treatments for sciatica are ineffective, or if you experience issues with bladder or bowel, a surgical solution from Dr. Rajamand is warranted. As a talented and experienced neurosurgeon, he regularly helps patients from Reno and Northern Nevada who experience severe sciatica pain get relief.

Dr. Rajamand can use MRI, CT scanning with contrast and electromyography to pinpoint your condition and make an accurate diagnosis of sciatica. This is crucial because other conditions can mimic sciatica but require different treatments. If surgical intervention is necessary, Dr. Rajamand will explain the underlying cause and his recommended procedure.

Typically, surgery involves removing the object causing pressure on the spine or creating additional space in the spinal column for the spinal cord. Dr. Rajamand is a renowned expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques, which help reduce risks and accelerate healing for his patients. He can explain how a single, small incision is all that is required for him to access the troubled area and perform the needed repairs.

If you believe you suffer from sciatica pain and difficulties, contact Saint Mary’s Brain and Spine Surgery in Reno today, and schedule a consultation with Dr. Sina Rajamand, a skilled and compassionate neurosurgeon.

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