Sciatica
Pain that starts in the gluteal region and radiates down a persons leg and at times all the way to the foot is often due to impingement of the sciatic nerve. There is a muscle deep within the buttocks called the piriformis that can tighten and irritate the sciatic nerve. This piriformis muscle often spasms when there is twisting of the pelvis. The chiropractic adjustment will focus on restoring the pelvis to the proper position, which then allows the piriformis to relax and then ultimately allows the sciatic nerve to travel.