Sciatica Specialist
Sciatica refers to pain that radiates from the back down the buttocks and into the leg.
Finding Relief
from Sciatica
Sciatica occurs when irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve causes pain that travels from the lower back into the buttock and leg. Because symptoms can vary significantly from person to person, treatment begins with identifying the underlying cause. Dr. NaPier develops individualized treatment plans focused on relieving nerve compression, reducing pain, and helping patients return to normal activity.
Sciatica Q&A?
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Sciatica refers to pain that radiates from the back and down the leg. Most commonly this is in the buttocks but it can also be in the groin or thigh. Often pain caused by sciatica can radiate down to the feet. The term sciatica comes from the sciatic nerve, which is a large nerve that runs in the buttock and posterior thigh.
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Dr. NaPier specializes in the evaluation and treatment of sciatica. When you arrive at Dr. NaPier’s office he will listen to your concerns and perform a physical examination to assess the health of your spine and nerves.
He will then review relevant imaging including X-Ray, CT scan, and MRI to determine the cause of your sciatica. Dr. NaPier will then work together with you to develop a customized plan to help you feel better.
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The treatment of sciatica varies and depends on the cause of sciatica. Often the symptoms of sciatica will improve with nonsurgical treatment including anti-inflammatory medications and physical. In cases of sciatica that do not respond to nonsurgical treatment, Dr. NaPier may recommend surgery to treat your sciatica. Dr. NaPier is an expert in the most minimally invasive techniques to take pressure off your nerves and help you enjoy a faster recovery with less post operative pain.
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Occupational spine care requires much more than simply treating an injury. Effective occupational spine care requires a detailed understanding job demands, constant coordination and communication with employers, adjusters, nurse case managers, physical therapists, and other dedicated providers to developing treatment plans that support safe, successful return-to-work outcomes.
Dr. NaPier has a passion for occupational medicine and has pioneered several techniques that allow for less postoperative pain and faster return to work including:
Dr. NaPier has presented his work nationally and locally and was recently a featured speaker at the Indiana Worker's Compensation Institute (IWCI) Annual Seminar.
Dr. NaPier and his team at Indiana Spine Group work proudly with Workers’ Compensation and self-insured employers, with the flexibility to help organizations navigate benefits and access highest-quality, lowest-cost spine care for their employees.
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