Sciatica Treatment: Why The Pain Shoots Down Your Leg
What is Sciatica? Sciatica is not a condition itself, but a symptom of a problem with the sciatic nerve—the large nerve running from your lower back down to your feet.
Common Symptoms:
Sharp, shooting pain in the buttock or leg.
Numbness or "pins and needles" in the foot.
Weakness in the leg.
Pain that worsens when sitting.
How We Treat It Sciatica is usually caused by a herniated disc or a misaligned vertebrae pressing on the nerve root.
Assessment: We determine the exact level of the spine involved.
Decompression: Gentle chiropractic adjustments help take pressure off the disc.
Soft Tissue Work: We release the piriformis muscle (in the glutes), which can often trap the sciatic nerve.
If you are in East Auckland and struggling to walk due to leg pain, contact Velca immediately.