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Expert sciatica and back pain relief

Clinically proven medications and physical therapy regimens prescribed online by real doctors – tailored just for you.
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How Dorsal Works

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Online visit
Explain your sciatica symptoms and complete your virtual diagnostic exam right at home
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Your treatment plan, delivered
Prescription medication shipped for free, and a custom 10-week sciatica physical therapy regimen
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Ongoing support
Unlimited follow-up doctor visits to adjust your plan as needed, and 24/7 messaging support

Our Medical Team

Our professors and clinicians have published hundreds of papers on nerve pain conditions and musculoskeletal medicine. Get sciatica treatment plans vetted by the best in the field.

Sciatica Symptoms & Causes

If you suffer from sciatica, you're not alone! Up to 40% of people experience sciatica at least once. Sciatica is usually caused by a herniation (leakage of spinal disc fluid) that impinges the sciatic nerve, the longest nerve in the body. This nerve runs from the base of the spinal cord down each leg, which is why sciatica often manifests as lower back pain radiating down the leg.
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Sciatica Treatment Options

While painful, sciatica is often reversible with the right care. And, MRIs/CTs and surgery are rarely necessary. At Dorsal, we pair you with a specialist who manages your care from start to end. In most cases, the physical therapy and medication plans that Dorsal offers can cure sciatica. In the rarer cases, your Dorsal physician will let you know when to see an imaging specialist or surgeon.
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
I think Ive tried every sciatica exercise DVD that exists. No results. After three weeks of Dorsal, I barely remember what sciatica is.
– ERIC L.
Went from running marathons, to not being able to walk because of my sciatica, to running marathons again. Thank you, Dorsal!
– HANNAH A.
I got fired because I had to miss work for physical therapy. Now I’ve got a great job, plus a doctor who’s free on nights and weekends.
– JERRY R.

Common Questions

Who is Dorsal for?

If you suffer from sciatica, back pain, or another musculoskeletal pain disorder, and you prefer to receive treatment right at home, then Dorsal is for you!

Do I need a prescription to use Dorsal?

No. Your Dorsal physician will write a prescription for you based on your online visit if they assess it’s the right treatment course. Dorsal physicians are all properly licensed and prescribe medications online in full compliance with all federal and state laws. We only prescribe safe, non-opioid medications that are FDA-approved for treating sciatica and back pain, including NSAIDs, muscle relaxants, anticonvulsants, and steroids.

What's the cost?

Appointments with back specialists, pain management doctors, and physiatrists (i.e. physical medicine and rehab doctors) are extremely expensive. $400+/hr.

With Dorsal, you get a whole month's worth of all-inclusive, concierge medical care for just $59 (with a special 14-day free trial for new patients). Our flat fee covers a comprehensive doctor consultation, multiple prescriptions, medication delivery, physical therapy from the comfort of home, follow-up care, and unlimited dialogue with our care team and medical providers. Your medication costs (with convenient refills) are included as well.

During your comprehensive consultation and diagnosis, you'll only get matched to board-certified MDs with extensive backgrounds in musculoskeletal medicine. No physician assistants or nurse practitioners. You may cancel or switch treatment plans at any time by dropping us a note at care@dorsalhealth.com. There are no surprises, hidden fees, or long-term commitments. See pricing details.

Who are the physicians on the Dorsal platform?

Dorsal physicians are all licensed, board-certified doctors. They’re the same doctors you would ordinarily go see for sciatica or back pain in an office, except that you can talk to them 24/7 from your phone or laptop. The Dorsal Medical Advisory Board, which designs and vets all clinical protocols, includes top professors, researchers, and clinicians from the most prestigious musculoskeletal hospitals in the world (Columbia, NYU Langone, Hospital for Special Surgery, and more). They’re experts on sciatic nerve pain disorders with backgrounds spanning physiatry, pain medicine, orthopedic surgery, and more.

Is my health information secure?

Yes. Dorsal takes privacy and security very seriously, and the Dorsal platform complies with all laws and regulations around data integrity and health information security.