- Beyond Acupuncture1511 Treat Blvd #100
Walnut Creek, CA 94598925-949-8911 Clinic Hours
Mon10:00am - 6:00pmWed10:00am - 6:00pmWe accept most types of PPO insurances including Triwest
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I was expecting some good results as I went for my acupuncture appointment with Sophia. I had been waking 4 to 5 times a night with bad leg cramps. Following my session with Sophia last week, I had the best night’s sleep that I have had in a long time.
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Back Pain
Treating Sciatica Pain with Acupuncture
Anyone who has suffered from sciatic nerve pain can tell you it can be a very debilitating condition. It is typically caused by an impingement of the sciatic nerve in the lower back but the pain is actually felt radiating down the leg and in the buttock. There are several potential causes of sciatic pain including:
- Degenerative disc disease
- Lumbar spinal stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Pregnancy
- Herniated lumbar disc (also known as a slipped disc)
Acupuncture is one of the most gentle and effective treatment options. Traditional medicine may prescribe medication to deal with the pain caused by sciatica but acupuncture is a drug-free option that treats the issue and not just the symptom. continue reading