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Relief for Sciatica Pain at Bliss Family Chiropractic.
Your nervous system is essentially a large electrical grid. Your spinal cord sends an electrical nerve impulse that runs between your brain and lower back.
Sciatica is a common condition that causes pain that starts in the lower back or buttock and travels down one or both legs. It can feel sharp, burning, electric, or like a deep ache—and in many cases, it can make sitting, standing, or walking uncomfortable.
At Bliss Family Chiropractic in Burleson, TX, we focus on identifying the underlying cause of sciatic nerve irritation and treating it with a combination of chiropractic care, dry needling, and soft tissue therapy to help reduce pain and restore normal movement.
If you’re dealing with radiating leg pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness, you don’t have to “wait it out.” Sciatica is treatable, and in many cases responds well to conservative care.
What Sciatica Feels Like?
Sciatica is not a diagnosis by itself—it’s a symptom of irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve.
What this means is that there is a single nerve or multiple nerves emerging from your lower back that have become irritated or possibly pinched. This often results in the patient suffering from pain, numbness or tingling in the specific area of your leg that is supplied by the irritated nerve.
The term "Sciatica" is often used to describe this condition because most (but not all) "lumbar radiculopathies" cases impact or involve the sciatic nerve which supplies the back & outside of your thigh and calf.
Common symptoms include:
- Pain that starts in the low back or buttock and travels down the leg
- Burning or electric-type pain
- Tingling or “pins and needles” sensation
- Numbness in the leg or foot
- Pain that worsens with sitting or bending
- Weakness in the affected leg
Some patients describe it as a constant ache, while others experience sharp shooting pain that comes and goes.
How We Treat Sciatica at Bliss Family Chiropractic
To help you get free of this condition, we will treat the source of your nerve irritation. Our approach focuses on reducing nerve irritation, improving movement, and addressing the muscular and joint dysfunctions that contribute to the problem.
We do not rely on one method—we combine therapies based on your specific presentation.
Chiropractic Adjustments
Gentle and specific adjustments to the lumbar spine and pelvis help improve joint motion, reduce inflammation, and take pressure off irritated nerve structures.
Dry Needling
Dry needling is one of our most effective tools for sciatica, especially when muscle tension is contributing to nerve irritation.
We commonly target:
- Gluteus medius and minimus
- Piriformis muscle
- Hamstrings
- Lower back paraspinal muscles
This helps release tight trigger points that may be compressing or aggravating the sciatic nerve pathway.
Myofascial Release Therapy
Hands-on soft tissue work helps reduce fascial tension and improve blood flow to affected areas.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping can help decompress tight muscle tissue in the low back and glute region, improving circulation and reducing tension patterns.
Corrective Movement & Rehab
We may recommend simple corrective exercises to:
- Improve core stability
- Strengthen glutes
- Reduce recurrence of symptoms
- Improve posture and movement patterns
It is important for you to follow your treatment plan closely for the best and longest lasting results and resolution.
What to Expect During Your Visits.
Every patient begins with a thorough evaluation to determine the true source of sciatic nerve irritation.
Your first visit typically includes:
- Detailed history and symptom review
- Physical exam and movement testing
- Postural and orthopedic assessment
- Treatment plan discussion
Once we identify the underlying cause, we create a personalized care plan that may include chiropractic adjustments, dry needling, and soft tissue therapy.
Most patients begin noticing improvement within the first few visits, although recovery time depends on severity and how long the condition has been present.
How Long Does Sciatica Take to Heal?
Recovery time varies depending on the root cause and severity.
The goal is not just short-term relief, but addressing the underlying dysfunction so symptoms are less likely to return.
- Mild cases: often improve within 1–2 weeks
- Moderate cases: may take 3–6 weeks
- Chronic cases: may require longer-term corrective care.
