From Pain to Power: Reclaim Your Life from Sciatica

Gentle chiropractic adjustments can help relieve sciatic nerve pressure, improve mobility, and restore comfort.

If you're dealing with sharp, radiating pain down your lower back, hip, or leg, you may be experiencing sciatica. At our Richmond, BC chiropractic clinic, we frequently see patients whose lives are disrupted by this condition. The great thing is, with the right care, relief is possible.

What is Sciatica, Really?

Sciatica refers to irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve which is the largest nerve in your body. It often starts in the lower spine and travels down one leg. But while the pain is typically felt in the leg, the problem often starts in the spine or pelvis.

Common causes include:

• Herniated or bulging discs

• Spinal misalignments

• Piriformis syndrome

• Postural imbalances or prolonged sitting

Think Beyond the Leg:

Sciatica isn’t just about nerve pain, it can also affect:

• Gait/walking and mobility

• Sleep quality due to night pain

• Energy levels from ongoing discomfort

• Mood and productivity

Left unaddressed, it may lead to compensations that cause strain elsewhere in the body.

How Chiropractic Care May Change Sciatic Pain

At Broadmoor Chiropractic Massage Naturopathy, we look at the full picture. As your chiropractor in Richmond, BC, we assess how your spine, pelvis, and neuromusculoskeletal system may be contributing to nerve irritation.

Our gentle, precise adjustments help:

• Relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve

• Improve pelvic and spinal alignment

• Reduce inflammation, and fascial and muscular tension

• Support healthy movement patterns

Complementary Therapies May Include:

• Massage therapy to relax surrounding musculature

• Naturopathic anti-inflammatory strategies

• Stretching and mobility routines

• Core strengthening to prevent flare-ups

Stop Suffering in Silence

If sciatica or sciatic pain is holding you back, chiropractic care may help you return to comfort and confidence. Visit our services page to discover how a chiropractor near you in Richmond, BC can support your healing.

Further resources:

• Pain is our Alarm System (Chiros Hub): https://chiroshub.com/animations/pain-is-our-alarm-system/

• Lower Back Pain (Chiros Hub): https://chiroshub.com/animations/lower-back-pain/

• Evidence-Based Chiropractic (Chiros Hub): https://chiroshub.com/research/evidence-based-practice-chiropractic/