“Can a misaligned pelvis cause sciatica?”
I am a 29 year old female. I wonder if a misaligned pelvis can cause sciatica?
6 Answers
ChiropractorChiropractor
Yes, it can cause the sciatic nerve.
To determine is sciatica is a problem, a proper evaluation needs to be performed. Sacral and pelvis misalignment can mimic symptoms like sciatic pain.
Yes, indeed it can. We would fully know upon a careful and thorough examination.
Absolutely. Your sciatic nerve originates in your lower back, passes through your pelvis through to your toes. Problems anywhere along that route, including pelvic misalignment can cause sciatica. If the pain starts in your butt cheeks, you may have condition Piriformis Syndrome. That is when you have a problem with your piriformis or gemelli muscle group, compressing the sciatic nerve. If that's your problem, ask the chiropractor you are seeing if they they know how to fix piriformis syndrome.
Dr. Linda
Dr. Linda
Yes, a misaligned pelvis could (in some cases) cause sciatica. Misalignments of the spine can cause the pelvis to shift which could in turn put pressure on the sciatic nerve causing the condition known as sciatica. Getting adjustments of the spine and pelvis will in most cases alleviate sciatica.
Absolutely, this is a very common cause for Sciatica.
