You Don’t Have to Suffer because of
Sciatica
Pain Management Specialists of New York
Are you in pain?
Do you have pain in your lower back that radiates down one or both of your legs? Have you experienced weakness in a leg or foot? Do you feel numbness and tingling, pins and needles sensations, burning or shooting pains, which are often worse when you are sitting, sneezing, coughing or straining? You may be suffering from sciatica, a condition that can often bring your life to a standstill. You don’t have to let the pain of sciatica rule your life. The proven medical professionals at Pain Management Specialists of New York can help.
How Can we help?
At Pain Management Specialists of New York, we devote our practice entirely to the treatment of patients who are suffering any type of traumatic or chronic pain, including pain caused by sciatica. Dr. Ari Lerner, our lead pain management specialist, has helped people across the New York City metro area for decades, helping them find ways to alleviate their pain and return to normal activities. He is board-certified in both pain management and anesthesiology by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
To set up an appointment, contact us online or call us at (718) 932-1740.
What Is Sciatica?
Your sciatic nerve is located in your lower back and travels down the back of each leg. When the nerve is compressed or irritated, it will typically cause pain in your lower back and legs.
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What Are the Most Frequent Causes of Sciatica and Related Pain?
Sciatica is commonly the result of the compression or pinching of the sciatic nerve. This may be caused by:
Traumatic Injury
Traumatic injury, such as a car, truck or motorcycle accident, a workplace mishap, or a slip and fall.
Posture or Weight
Poor posture or excess weight can impinge on a nerve and cause sciatica.
Repetitive Stress or Motion
Repetitive movements or prolonged strain—such as bending, lifting, or twisting—can place pressure on spinal nerves, potentially triggering sciatica and other related pain conditions.
Wear and Tear
Wear and tear from repetitive exercise or frequent impact during sports can contribute to sciatica.
Overexertion
Overexertion from activities like lifting, bending, running, walking, standing, or squatting can place pressure on spinal nerves.
Other painful conditions
Spinal stenosis, bone spurs, tumors or herniated discs can lead to sciatica.
What Types of Sciatica Can Be Treated?
Sciatica can take a number of different forms, all of which can be effectively treated in our offices:
How Do We Treat Sciatica?
When you visit us for relief from pain—whether it’s sciatica or another condition—we begin with a thorough medical examination and a detailed review of your medical history to ensure an accurate diagnosis. Depending on your specific needs, we may prescribe pain relievers or anti-inflammatory medications for short-term relief. We also commonly recommend physical therapy and to improve mobility and reduce symptoms. Based on your individual condition and diagnosis, we may recommend a procedure to help reduce inflammation, relieve nerve pressure, and restore function.
If you need further treatment to effectively manage your pain, we offer:
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Steroid injections
The injection of anti-inflammatory medication around your spinal nerves
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Percutaneous Disc Decompression (Stryker® Disc Dekompressor® Discectomy)
What is Percutaneous Disc Decompression (Stryker® Disc Dekompressor® Discectomy)?
Microdiscectomy Lumbar spine
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Spinal Cord Stimulation (trial procedure)
The use of electrical impulses to block pain signals to your brain
What is spinal cord stimulation (trial procedure)?
Spinal Cord Stimulation
The use of electrical impulses to block pain signals to your brain
What is a spinal cord stimulator implant?
Why Choose Us?
Convenient Locations
in the New York metropolitan area
Board Certification
in pain management and anesthesiology
State-of-the-art Facilities
offering advanced diagnostics,
onsite procedures, and comprehensive physical therapy
Timely Appointments
often the same day
Minimally Invasive
wide range of innovative,
treatment options
Knowledgeable
friendly and helpful staff
Contact Us to Schedule an Appointment
Schedule an appointment with a skilled, knowledgable medical professional at Pain Management Specialists of New York.
- Call (718) 932-1740
- Text (866) 931-4286
- Send us a message
- Or use our convenient online booking form
We offer same-day appointments with morning, afternoon and evening hours available, ensuring flexibility with your schedule. Se habla español.