Lasting Sciatica Relief Through Gentle, Effective Chiropractic Care
Are You Struggling With Sciatica Pain?
If you’re experiencing sharp, shooting pain down your leg, numbness, or tingling in your lower back and feet, you could be suffering from sciatica. You’re not alone—millions deal with this condition every year. But the good news is: lasting relief is possible without surgery or medication.
At Health Plus Chiropractic & Acupuncture, our experienced chiropractors specialize in non-invasive, drug-free sciatica treatment that targets the root cause of your pain, not just the symptoms.
Call 832-534-4195What Is Chiropractic Care at Health Plus Chiropractic & Acupuncture?
Our chiropractic care is a healthcare discipline that focuses on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders, especially those related to the spine. We use hands-on techniques, such as spinal adjustments, acupuncture, and manual therapies, to restore alignment to the spine, relieve pain, and improve function.
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Our chiropractic treatment targets the underlying causes of sciatica such as shooting pain, radiating pain, numbness, weakness, or tingling sensation down the thighs or legs. We’re addressing the spinal misalignments and joint dysfunctions that may be contributing to your discomfort. Here’s how chiropractic care can provide relief for your sciatica:
- Spinal Adjustments (Spinal Manipulation): One of the most common chiropractic treatments is spinal manipulation, which involves using controlled force to adjust the vertebrae in the spine. Misaligned vertebrae (also called subluxations) can cause pressure on nerves, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. By restoring proper alignment, chiropractic adjustments help release nerve pressure, reduce pain, and improve overall spinal function.
- Relieves Nerve Compression: Sciatica can often be linked to nerve compression, where pressure on the spinal nerves causes pain to radiate down the thighs, legs. Conditions like sciatica, herniated discs, and spinal stenosis can lead to nerve irritation. Chiropractic adjustments can help decompress the nerves, providing pain relief and restoring proper nerve function.
- Increases Range of Motion: If you suffer from stiffness or limited mobility in your spine, chiropractic care can help. Spinal adjustments and other techniques help to increase flexibility in the spine and surrounding muscles, enabling you to move more freely without pain. This is especially beneficial for individuals who have been living with chronic back pain or restricted movement.
- Improves Posture: Poor posture is a common cause of neck and back pain, especially for those who spend long hours sitting at a desk or working on a computer. Chiropractors assess your posture and work to correct any imbalances that might be causing strain on your spine and muscles. Postural correction through chiropractic adjustments can help relieve back pain and prevent future issues.
- Reduces Muscle Tension and Spasms: We not only focus on the spine but also address surrounding muscles and soft tissues. Techniques like myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and massage therapy can help reduce muscle tension and alleviate painful spasms that contribute to back pain. These therapies work in conjunction with spinal adjustments for comprehensive pain relief.
- Non-Invasive and Drug-Free Treatment: One of the greatest benefits of chiropractic care is that it provides relief without the need for medications or invasive procedures. Chiropractic care is a natural and holistic treatment option, focusing on healing the body without drugs. This approach reduces the risk of side effects and long-term dependency on painkillers.
Sciatica refers to pain caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, the longest nerve in your body. It usually originates in the lower back and travels through the hips, buttocks, and down one or both legs.
Common Symptoms of Sciatica:
- Sharp or shooting pain in the lower back, buttock, or leg
- Burning or tingling sensations down the leg
- Numbness or muscle weakness in the affected leg or foot
- Pain that worsens with sitting, coughing, or sneezing
- Difficulty walking, standing, or performing daily tasks
How Health Plus Chiropractic & Acupuncture Helps With Sciatica
Unlike painkillers that only offer temporary relief, chiropractic care treats the root cause of sciatic nerve pain. Through gentle spinal adjustments and targeted therapies, chiropractors help to reduce nerve pressure, realign the spine, and restore proper function.
Chiropractic treatments for sciatica may include:
- Spinal Adjustments: Correct misalignments to relieve nerve compression.
- Acupuncture: Relief tension of nerves and muscle spasms.
- Soft Tissue Therapy: Loosens tight muscles in the lower back and glutes.
- Rehabilitative Exercises: Improve flexibility, posture, and core strength to prevent recurrence.
- Lifestyle Coaching: Ergonomic and postural advice to support spinal health.
When to See a Chiropractor for Sciatica
You should consider making an appointment at Health Plus Chiropractic & Acupuncture if you experience:
- Pain after an Accident.
- Chronic neck pain or back pain that doesn’t improve with rest or over-the-counter medications
- Sharp or shooting pain that radiates down your legs (e.g., sciatica)
- Stiffness or limited range of motion in the back
- Postural imbalances or discomfort from poor posture
- Muscle spasms or tension in the back or neck
- Difficulty with activities of daily living due to back pain