Pain radiating from your lower back down through your leg? You might be experiencing sciatica, a common condition that can range from mildly annoying to completely debilitating.
What Causes Sciatic Nerve Pain?
The sciatic nerve, your body’s largest nerve, runs from your lower spine through your hips and buttocks and down each leg. The resulting pain can be intense and persistent when it becomes compressed or irritated.
Several factors can trigger the irritation, including herniated discs, spinal misalignments, muscle tension (particularly in the piriformis), spinal stenosis, or degenerative disc disease. Even everyday activities like poor posture, prolonged sitting, or improper lifting of heavy objects may contribute to your discomfort.
How To Recognize the Symptoms
Sciatica typically affects one side of the body and may include:
- Sharp, shooting pain traveling from your lower back down your leg
- Persistent aching or burning sensation in the affected area
- Numbness or tingling that extends to your foot
- Muscle weakness that makes standing or walking difficult
- Pain that worsens when sitting but improves with movement
Our Approach to Lasting Relief
At Mustard Seed Chiropractic, we focus on finding the root cause of your problem rather than simply masking symptoms. Our doctors perform a thorough assessment to identify the specific factors contributing to your pain.
Through gentle, precise adjustments, we help restore proper spinal alignment, relieving pressure on the nerve. These adjustments improve function and reduce inflammation, allowing your body to heal naturally without drugs or surgery.
Many patients experience significant relief after just a few sessions, though individual results vary depending on the severity and duration of your condition.
Going Beyond Adjustments Gets Results
Your recovery extends beyond our office. We’ll recommend specific stretches and exercises to strengthen supporting muscles, improve flexibility, and prevent recurrence. We may also suggest simple lifestyle modifications to support your healing process and maintain long-term spinal health.
Take the Next Step to Recovery
Sciatica doesn’t have to control your life. Our gentle, proven approach has helped countless patients return to their daily activities pain-free. Contact us today to schedule your initial consultation and take your first step toward lasting relief.