Sciatica Treatment in Chalfont, Trevose PA & Marlton NJ
Sciatica refers to pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve, from the lower back, through the buttock, and down the back of the leg. It is most commonly caused by compression of the sciatic nerve by a herniated disc, bone spur, or spinal stenosis. While sciatica often improves on its own, persistent or severe cases require expert intervention.
At DVPSI, our specialists use targeted epidural steroid injections and other minimally invasive treatments to reduce nerve inflammation and eliminate sciatic pain quickly, often with significant improvement after just one or two treatments.
Common Symptoms
- Sharp, shooting pain from the lower back through the buttock and down the leg
- Pain that worsens when sitting for extended periods
- Burning or tingling sensation down the leg
- Numbness or weakness in the affected leg or foot
- Difficulty standing or walking due to leg pain
- Pain that is typically worse on one side
- Electric shock-like pain with certain movements
Common Causes
- Herniated lumbar disc, the most common cause, disc material pressing on nerve roots
- Lumbar spinal stenosis, narrowing of the spinal canal compressing nerve roots
- Spondylolisthesis, vertebra sliding over another, pinching nerves
- Piriformis syndrome, piriformis muscle irritating the sciatic nerve
- Degenerative disc disease, disc breakdown and bone spur formation
- Sacroiliac joint dysfunction, SI joint inflammation mimicking sciatica
Treatment Options at DVPSI
Our board-certified physicians use a stepwise, minimally invasive approach, always starting with the least invasive effective treatment and escalating only when necessary. Most patients find significant relief without major surgery.
Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections
The most effective non-surgical treatment for sciatica, anti-inflammatory medication delivered precisely to the affected nerve root.
Transforaminal Nerve Root Injections
Highly targeted injection directly to the inflamed nerve root for rapid relief.
Medial Branch Blocks
Diagnostic and therapeutic injections for facet-related sciatic symptoms.
Spinal Cord Stimulation
For chronic, treatment-resistant sciatica that has not responded to other treatments.
Percutaneous Discectomy
Minimally invasive procedure to reduce disc herniation pressure on the sciatic nerve.
Medication Management
Short-term anti-inflammatory and nerve pain medications as a bridge to procedural treatment.
Why Choose DVPSI for Sciatica Treatment
Our physicians have extensive experience with lumbar epidural injections and transforaminal nerve root blocks, the gold-standard treatments for sciatica. We use fluoroscopic (X-ray) guidance on all spinal procedures to ensure precision and safety. Most patients experience significant improvement within days of treatment.