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Sciatica: What It Is,
Why It Happens and
How a Chiropractor
Can Help

Sciatica: What It Is, Why It Happens
and How a Chiropractor Can Help

While we know that sciatica is a group of symptoms caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve, what truly matters to us is who it affects and how it changes lives. 

 We see it every day. 

A mum unable to pick up her toddler without pain shooting down her leg. 

A dad who used to kick the footy on weekends, now wincing every time he bends down. 

A tradie or labourer forced to take days off because of pain they can’t shake. 

A teacher who can’t sit or stand for more than 15 minutes.  

This is why we care so much about sciatica—because it interferes with the lives of real people, and with the right care, there’s often a clear path forward. 

What Is Sciatica?

Sciatica refers to pain caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back through the hips, buttocks, and down the legs. It is often felt on one side of the body, and the symptoms can range from mild to severe. 

Sciatica itself is not a diagnosis—it is a symptom of an underlying condition, such as spinal misalignment, disc bulge, or nerve compression. 

What Does Sciatic Nerve Pain Feel Like?

Sciatica may present as: 

  • Sharp or shooting pain in the leg or buttock 
  • A burning or electric sensation 
  • Numbness or tingling in the foot or toes 
  • Muscle weakness or heaviness in the leg 
  • Pain that worsens when sitting, driving, or standing for long periods 

 For some, sciatica starts slowly and builds. For others, it comes on suddenly and becomes difficult to ignore. 

Common Causes of Sciatica

There are several potential causes of sciatic nerve pain. These include: 
  • Bulging or herniated discs pressing on the nerve roots 
  • Spinal misalignment or poor posture over time 
  • Piriformis syndrome, where a muscle compresses the sciatic nerve 
  • Degenerative disc or spinal joint changes 
  • Pelvic instability or imbalance
In most cases, the pain does not begin in the leg—it starts in the lower back or pelvis, where pressure or inflammation around the nerve develops.
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The most obvious reason you may think to visit a chiropractor is for back or neck pain. However did you know many choose to attend chiropractors for a range of other reasons.

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DIZZINESS & VERTIGO
Our chiropractors see many patients with Dizziness & vertigo. Causative factors are sometimes upper neck alignment, tight jaw muscles/joint or BPPV; in which our chiropractors manage… MORE INFO
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BACK PAIN MANAGEMENT
Disc injuries, bulges, alignment and pinched nerves along the vertebrae, we see all of it at our clinic. Our Chiropractors manage patients back pain through adjustments,… MORE INFO
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SCIATICA TREATMENT
Our Chiropractors see patients with Sciatica from disc injuries, tight muscles and poor posture. We provide treatment using spinal decompression therapy, adjustments, soft tissue techniques and… MORE INFO
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CHRONIC PAIN HELP
Chronic pain in the form of stiffness and pain from arthritis, tendonitis or tendinopathy are all reasons people attend chiropractors for help. Management often consists of… MORE INFO
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INJURY MANAGEMENT
If you have an injury from sport, workplace incident or car accident our team have experience in managing a range of muscle, joint and skeletal injuries… MORE INFO
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ADVICE TO IMPROVE POSTURE
“Hi Doc, I want help with my posture!” This is a common request from our patients. Our Chiropractors will assess your current posture & manage accordingly… MORE INFO
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NECK PAIN RELIEF
Your neck and back pain may be a result of restricted joints and muscle strain or tension. Chiropractors use techniques to unlock joints and release… MORE INFO
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HEADACHE OR MIGRAINE RELIEF
Depending on your type of headache and the underlying cause – tension, posture-related, cervico-genic, traditional migraine; our Chiropractors use manual therapies and advice to manage…. MORE INFO
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