What is Sciatica and what causes it?

Sciatica is caused by inflammation around the root of the sciatic nerve, producing pain anywhere from the buttock all way down to the sole of the foot. It can have many causes including:

• Trauma from lifting

• Disc Injury or Herniation

• Muscular injury

• Restrictions in the joints around your low back or pelvis.

Our simple 3 step process:

1. Analyse the root cause of the pain, providing a thorough assessment, and taking x-rays or scans (if necessary) to determine the exact issue.

2. Restore normal movement through spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and correcting dysfunctional movement patterns associated with the issue.

3. Recovery and getting back to your normal life, providing guidance to ensure the sciatic pain doesn't come back.

Our Advanced Solutions Treatment programme may be for you if:

• You are struggling with pain in your lower back, hip and / or leg.

• You are having trouble sleeping because of your sciatic pain and this is impacting your mood and energy during the day.

• You have been told to have an injection and would like to avoid this.

• You have already had an injection, and the pain has come back.

• You have been told to take painkillers or anti-inflammatories and would like to get to the root cause of the problem.

• You are starting to worry that you might need a spinal operation and it's getting you down.

• You are getting worried that your sciatica is never going to get better.

The Best Sciatica Treatment in Parnell & Newmarket: An Integrated Approach

A "one-size-fits-all" approach simply doesn't work for sciatica because the treatment must match the cause. At VIP Health, we believe the best and fastest path to recovery is an integrated one that combines the expertise of chiropractors, and massage therapists.

Our goal isn’t just to mask the pain but to correct the underlying issue causing it. For residents in Parnell, Newmarket, and across Auckland, our clinics offer a comprehensive and personalised plan.

This is how we tackle sciatica:

1. Accurate Diagnosis: We start with a comprehensive assessment, including physical tests and a detailed history, to identify exactly why your sciatic nerve is irritated.

2. Targeted Chiropractic Care: Gentle and precise chiropractic adjustments can help realign the spine, taking pressure off a herniated disc and freeing up the compressed nerve root.

3. Specialised Massage Therapy: For cases like piriformis syndrome, targeted massage can release muscle tension, reduce inflammation, and alleviate the pressure on the sciatic nerve.

Our team of experienced chiropractors are dedicated to diagnosing the root cause of your pain and creating a personalised treatment plan. To learn more about our specific, evidence-based approach to sciatica treatment, visit our comprehensive Sciatica Treatment Auckland page.