Sciatica Chiropractor in Arlington, WA
Sciatica — that burning, shooting, or electric pain down the leg — is one of the most disabling problems we see at our Arlington, WA office. Whether it's keeping you awake at night or making it hard to drive over to Marysville for work, we focus on identifying the real source of the nerve irritation and reducing it without medications or surgery as a first option.
Common Symptoms
- Sharp or burning pain running from the low back into the buttock and leg
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the leg or foot
- Pain that worsens with sitting, sneezing, or bending forward
- Difficulty standing up straight or walking long distances
Common Causes
- Lumbar disc bulge or herniation compressing a nerve root
- Stenosis or arthritic changes narrowing the nerve pathway
- Piriformis tightness irritating the sciatic nerve in the buttock
- SI joint dysfunction referring pain into the leg
How We Evaluate the Issue
A careful neurological exam — reflexes, strength testing, sensation, and orthopedic tests — helps us localize where the nerve is being irritated. We combine that with a movement and posture screen so the care plan addresses the actual driver, not just the symptom.
How Chiropractic Care May Help
Specific lumbar and pelvic adjustments, often combined with flexion-distraction therapy for disc-related sciatica, can take pressure off the irritated nerve and restore normal motion in the low back and SI joints.
How Massage Therapy May Help
Massage of the deep hip rotators and lumbar musculature can ease the protective tension that often accompanies sciatica.
How Red Light Laser Therapy May Help
Red light laser therapy may help reduce nerve inflammation and support tissue recovery, particularly when combined with adjustments.
When Referral or Imaging May Be Needed
Progressive weakness, foot drop, or bowel/bladder changes are red flags that warrant urgent medical evaluation. We'll refer immediately when those are present.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first visit runs 45–60 minutes and includes a focused neurological exam, an honest conversation about your prognosis, and — in most cases — your first treatment.
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