Sciatica

When you experience chronic pain, it can make your daily activities seem impossible. If your sciatic nerve is impinged it can cause pain, numbness, and tingling down the back and side of the leg. Our specialized sciatica chiropractic care focuses on providing relief from these painful symptoms to help restore your quality of life.

What is Sciatica?

Sciatica is the common name doctors use to describe nerve pain that occurs when the sciatic nerve is compressed. This compression, called Piriformis Syndrome, causes low back pain, numbness, and tingling down the back or side of the leg, sometimes reaching the foot. Pain from Piriformis Syndrome can be effectively alleviated with chiropractic care and myofascial work.

Common Misconceptions

Sciatica is often confused with radiculopathy, which occurs when a herniated disc or similar issue affects the nerve roots in the spine. When a nerve root is compromised, the correct term is called “radiculopathy”. It’s important to correctly identify the cause of your back or leg pain for proper treatment.

How Chiropractic Care Can Help Sciatica Pain

At Ascent Chiropractic, we employ a holistic approach to treat sciatica, addressing both the symptoms and underlying causes. Chiropractic care is an effective, non-invasive option that focuses on spinal alignment and nerve health. Our comprehensive wellness plans are tailored to your needs, ensuring you receive the proper care for optimal results.

Initial Consultation and Assessment

Your journey to pain relief begins with a thorough consultation and assessment. We take the time to learn about your medical history, lifestyle, and symptoms.

Personalized Treatment Plans

Based on your assessment, our team will develop a customized treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs. Treatment plans may include a combination of the following chiropractic techniques:

Spinal Adjustments

Physical adjustments help to realign the spine, reducing pressure on the sciatic nerve and promoting natural pain relief.

Massage Therapy

Therapeutic deep tissue massage therapy can alleviate muscle tension and improve circulation, reducing pain and inflammation associated with sciatica.

Exercise and Rehabilitation

Customized exercise plans help to strengthen supporting muscles, improve flexibility, and prevent future flare-ups.

Lifestyle Advice

Critical tips to help you adjust your habits so that you can avoid pain and practice a healthier lifestyle.

Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Sciatica Pain

Unsure if chiropractic care is right for you? Chiropractic care offers many benefits to help manage your sciatica, including:

Pain Relief

By addressing the root cause of nerve compression, chiropractic adjustments can provide significant pain relief.

Improved Mobility

Realigning the spine and reducing nerve pressure can enhance your overall mobility and range of motion.

Non-Invasive Treatment

Chiropractic care is a drug-free, non-surgical approach to managing sciatica, minimizing the risk of side effects.

Long-Term Results

Our holistic approach not only addresses immediate pain but also focuses on long-term health and prevention.

Together We Can Alleviate Back Pain – Ascent Chiropractic

Ready to take control of your sciatica pain? Contact Ascent Chiropractic or give us a call at (206) 241-3836 to book an appointment today. Ascent Chiropractic offers sciatica chiropractic care in Normandy Park, Burien, and Des Moines, WA. Our friendly team is here to answer any questions and help you on your path to recovery.