Help for Sciatica in Mount Eden, Auckland
Sciatica can be frustrating, especially when discomfort travels from your lower back into your hip, leg, or foot. It’s a term used when pain, altered sensation, or heaviness follows the path of the sciatic nerve. Symptoms can begin when the nerve becomes irritated or compressed, sometimes linked with changes in spinal movement, muscle tension, or disc-related changes in the lower spine.
Common Signs People Notice
Sciatica often feels like radiating discomfort down one leg, along with tingling, pins and needles, or numbness in the leg or foot. Some people notice heaviness or weakness, or symptoms that increase with sitting, bending, or staying in one position for too long. Because patterns vary, the first step is identifying what is irritating the nerve and what movements or positions make it better or worse.
How Chiropractic Care May Help
At Chiropractic First, we assess spinal mobility, posture, movement patterns, and muscle tension to understand what may be contributing to nerve irritation. Care is tailored to your presentation and goals.
Chiropractic care may help by improving movement through the lumbar spine and pelvis, reducing mechanical stress in the area, and supporting better movement habits that take pressure off sensitive structures. When appropriate, we may also guide you with simple changes you can use at home or at work to support steadier progress.
What To Expect Over Time
Some cases settle within weeks, while others linger or return if the underlying contributing factors are still present. The goal is to support improved function and comfort, so daily activities feel more manageable and less reactive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is sciatica always caused by a disc issue?
Struggling With Sciatica
If leg pain, lower back discomfort, or nerve-related symptoms are affecting your daily life, chiropractic care may help support improved movement and comfort. Contact our practice to book an assessment or learn more about how we can help.
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