Chiropractic Adjustments for Sciatica and Pinched Nerves

drmasonmorris
Oct 30
1 min read

Introduction

Few things are as frustrating as the pain from a pinched nerve or sciatica. The burning, tingling, or shooting pain down the leg can make everyday tasks feel impossible. Thankfully, chiropractic adjustments offer a safe and natural way to relieve pressure and get you moving again.

How Nerve Compression Happens

Pinched nerves usually occur when a spinal joint or disc presses against a nerve. Common causes include:

Disc bulges or herniations
Joint misalignments
Muscle tightness and inflammation
Degenerative disc disease

This pressure irritates the nerve, leading to pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness.

How Chiropractic Adjustments Help

By gently realigning the spine, chiropractic adjustments reduce the mechanical stress on nerves. This creates space for the nerve to heal and allows proper signals to flow again.

Benefits often include:

Decreased pain and inflammation
Improved leg or arm mobility
Relief from tingling or numbness
Better overall spinal function

For sciatica in particular, adjustments can significantly reduce the pressure on the sciatic nerve, bringing lasting relief.

A Gentle Alternative for Sensitive Patients

If the thought of a manual adjustment makes you nervous, don’t worry—we also use instrument-assisted adjusting for a gentler option. These techniques use controlled, low-force impulses that are safe and effective for patients of all ages.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re struggling with sciatica or another type of pinched nerve, chiropractic adjustments may be the key to long-term relief.

📞 Schedule a visit with Strive Chiropractic today and discover a safe, natural path to healing.