That shooting pain down your leg isn’t something you should learn to live with. Sciatica affects millions of people, causing sharp discomfort that travels from your lower back through your hip and down your leg. The good news? You don’t need to rely on painkillers or consider surgery as your first option. Chiropractic care provides a natural solution that gets to the heart of the problem.
What Causes Sciatic Nerve Pain
Your sciatic nerve is the largest in your body, running from your lower spine all the way down each leg. When something compresses or irritates this nerve, whether from a herniated disc, bone spur, or muscle tension, you feel the effects throughout the entire pathway. The pain might be constant or come in waves. You could experience numbness, tingling, or weakness that makes walking difficult.
Recent studies show that people with sciatica who receive chiropractic spinal manipulation experience fewer side effects and better outcomes than those who rely solely on medication. Starting treatment sooner leads to decreased need for pain medications later.
How Chiropractic Adjustments May Help
Spinal adjustments realign your vertebrae, removing pressure from the sciatic nerve and allowing proper nerve signal flow. Woodstock Chiropractic offers multiple treatment approaches tailored to your specific condition. Spinal decompression therapy gently stretches your spine to relieve compressed nerves. Heat and cold therapies reduce inflammation and relax tight muscles.
“We provide personalized attention to each patient’s needs and understand the importance of an accurate diagnosis to render effective care,” notes Dr. Kim Privitera. Many patients in Portland notice relief after just a few visits.
Sitting around makes sciatica worse. Our hands-on approach not only feels good in the moment but also provides the longer-term relief you need to get back to normal activities. Beyond adjustments, we teach exercises you can do at home to prevent symptoms from returning. This whole-body approach addresses posture, movement patterns, and lifestyle factors that contribute to nerve compression.
Start Living a Pain-Free Life
Most sciatica cases respond quickly to chiropractic care, usually within four visits or less. Why continue suffering when natural relief is within reach? Call us today to schedule your evaluation and take the first step toward lasting comfort.