Sciatica and hip pain chiropractor Chatswood
Assessment and chiropractic care for sciatica and hip pain at Family Chiropractic Chatswood.
If you are experiencing sciatic nerve pain, burning, or numbness that travels from the lower back into the buttock or leg, Dr Brett Grant at Family Chiropractic Chatswood can provide a thorough assessment to identify the contributing factors. Patients with sciatica visit the practice from Chatswood, Artarmon, Crows Nest, St Leonards, and across the North Shore.
What is sciatica?
Sciatica refers to pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back through the buttock and down the back of each leg. The pain typically affects one side and can range from a dull ache to a sharp, burning, or electric sensation. Numbness and tingling in the leg or foot often accompany the pain.
Sciatica is a symptom, not a diagnosis in itself. Identifying the underlying cause is essential to determining the most appropriate management approach.
Common causes of sciatica
Sciatica most commonly occurs when the sciatic nerve is compressed or irritated. Common contributing factors include:
Disc bulge or herniation in the lumbar spine
Reduced joint mobility or restriction in the lumbar or sacroiliac joints
Muscular tightness in the piriformis or hip region, which can irritate the nerve
Postural changes associated with prolonged sitting or pregnancy
Degenerative changes in the lumbar spine
Signs and symptoms of sciatica
Pain radiating from the lower back into the buttock, thigh, and lower leg
A burning, shooting, or electric sensation along the leg
Numbness or tingling in the calf, foot, or toes
Pain that worsens with prolonged sitting, standing, bending, or coughing
One-sided hip pain or buttock discomfort
Weakness in the leg with prolonged symptoms
How chiropractic care may help with sciatica in Chatswood
Chiropractic care may assist in managing the musculoskeletal factors contributing to sciatica, including lumbar joint restriction, sacroiliac joint involvement, and muscular tension in the hip region. At Family Chiropractic Chatswood, Dr Brett assesses the lumbar spine, pelvis, and hip to identify the specific contributing factors for each patient before developing an individualised care plan.
Many patients with sciatica report improvement in pain and mobility through chiropractic care. Individual results vary. Dr Brett will advise honestly on whether chiropractic is likely to assist your presentation.
What to expect at Family Chiropractic Chatswood
Your first visit is complimentary. Dr Brett takes a thorough history of your sciatic symptoms and performs a full examination of the lumbar spine, pelvis, and lower limb before any treatment begins. He explains his findings clearly and outlines a care plan personalised to your situation.
Book a complimentary assessment if sciatic pain is affecting your ability to sit, stand, walk, or sleep. If you experience sudden, severe sciatica, or sciatica accompanied by loss of bladder or bowel control, or significant weakness in the leg, please seek urgent medical attention; these symptoms require immediate assessment.
Dr Brett Grant has been helping patients manage sciatica and hip pain in Chatswood since 1996. Book a complimentary consultation at Family Chiropractic Chatswood, no referral required. The practice sees patients from Artarmon, Crows Nest, St Leonards, and across the North Shore.
Meet your Chatswood chiropractor
Dr Brett Grant has provided thorough, evidence-informed chiropractic care to families across Chatswood and the North Shore since 1996. Your first consultation is always complimentary.
Every family deserves the opportunity to thrive
Take the first step towards personalised chiropractic care in Chatswood. Dr Brett and the practice are ready to help you move better, feel better, and live well.