Sciatica Got You Down? Here’s How Chiropractic Can Help
If you’ve ever felt that searing zap down your leg—like your sciatic nerve’s throwing a tantrum—you’re not alone. Sciatica’s a real pain, literally, and I see it all the time at Structure Chiropractic. That burning, tingling, or numbness from your lower back through your hip and leg? It’s your body saying something’s off. But good news: I’ve got ways to tame it. Let’s break down what’s going on and how I can get you back to moving easy.
So what is Sciatica?
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It’s not a condition—it’s a symptom. That big sciatic nerve, running from your lower spine down each leg, gets pinched or irritated. Could be a slipped disc, tight muscles, or a spine that’s out of whack—sometimes even sitting too long’s the culprit. You might feel it as a dull ache or a jolt that stops you cold. Either way, it’s no picnic.
Can chiropractic help? You bet it can.
I’ve seen it turn folks around. When you come to Structure, we start with a 90-minute deep dive. I sit with you, hear where it’s hitting, and figure out what’s squeezing that nerve. Maybe your hips are locked up, or a vertebra’s gone rogue—I’ll find it. Then I roll out a plan: adjustments to free up your spine, my Leander table’s Flexion Distraction to ease the pressure, and soft tissue work to loosen what’s tight. It’s all about taking the heat off that nerve, gentle and precise.
Does it work? Sure does—I’ve had patients go from hobbling to hiking. Studies back this up too—chiropractic cuts sciatica pain and boosts mobility, especially when we hit the root cause. It’s not instant for everyone—some need a handful of visits—but it beats masking it with pills.
So here’s your Playbook:
Here’s a tip to keep it at bay: don’t sit like a statue all day—get up, stretch your hips, maybe try a cat-cow move. I’ll give you a couple of easy ones to take home if you swing by. And if it’s a disc gone wild, I’ll tell you straight if we need to tag-team with your doc.
Sciatica’s a beast, but it doesn’t have to run your life. At Structure Chiropractic in South Carlsbad, I’m here to help you kick it to the curb. Book a spot at structure.janeapp.com or call me at 832.689.5022. Let’s get that leg—and your days—back to feeling good.