By Dr. Stephanie Pittenger – Balanced Care Chiropractic
If you’ve ever experienced sharp, burning, or radiating pain that travels from your lower back down the leg, you may be dealing with sciatica. This common condition affects millions of people each year, making daily activities like sitting, walking, or even sleeping difficult.
At Balanced Care Chiropractic, we see sciatica often — and the good news is that chiropractic care can provide safe, effective relief without relying on medication or invasive procedures.
What Is Sciatica?
Sciatica isn’t a condition in itself, but rather a set of symptoms caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the body. This irritation is often due to:
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A herniated or bulging disc
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Degenerative changes in the spine
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Muscle tightness or spasm, especially in the piriformis
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Poor posture or repetitive strain
The result is nerve inflammation that can cause pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness that radiates down the leg.
How Chiropractic Care Helps
Unlike treatments that simply mask pain, chiropractic care works to address the root cause of nerve irritation. At Balanced Care Chiropractic, our approach to sciatica includes:
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Gentle spinal adjustments – to restore proper motion in the spine, relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve, and encourage natural healing.
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Soft tissue therapy – targeting muscle tension that may be contributing to nerve compression.
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Personalized exercise plans – stretches and strengthening to improve flexibility and stability, preventing future flare-ups.
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Lifestyle and posture coaching – small changes in the way you sit, stand, and move can significantly reduce sciatic pain.
Every case of sciatica is unique, which is why Dr. Stephanie creates a customized care plan tailored to each patient’s needs.
Why Choose Chiropractic First?
Research shows that many patients find significant relief from sciatica with chiropractic care, often reducing or eliminating the need for pain medications, injections, or surgery. Chiropractic treatment is:
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Non-invasive
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Drug-free
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Focused on long-term results, not just short-term relief
Most importantly, our goal is not only to help you feel better now but also to help prevent future episodes of sciatica from interfering with your life.
Take the First Step Toward Relief
If sciatica is slowing you down, know that you don’t have to live with the pain. At Balanced Care Chiropractic, Dr. Stephanie has helped many patients find relief and return to the activities they love.
Call our office today to schedule an appointment and take the first step toward feeling better.
Dr. Stephanie Pittenger
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