SCIATICA TREATMENT IN WHANGAREI
At Whangarei Chiropractic, we understand how debilitating sciatica can be, affecting your ability to sit, stand, and move comfortably. We are dedicated to helping you find relief and regain mobility naturally.
Do you experience any of the following?
Sharp, shooting pain down the back of your leg
Numbness or tingling in your lower back, buttock, or leg
Weakness in the leg or foot
Pain that worsens with prolonged sitting or standing
Difficulty walking due to discomfort
A burning or electric-like sensation along the sciatic nerve
Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve—one of the largest nerves in the body—becomes irritated or compressed. This can lead to radiating pain, numbness, and weakness in the lower back, buttocks, and legs. Dr Mark Bruining will assess your condition thoroughly to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
Common Causes of Sciatica
Herniated or bulging discs pressing on the sciatic nerve
Spinal misalignment or joint dysfunction
Muscle tightness, particularly in the lower back and glutes
Prolonged sitting or poor posture
Spinal degeneration or arthritis
Pregnancy-related postural changes
Previous injuries affecting the lower back or pelvis
Treating Sciatica
At Whangarei Chiropractic, we take a holistic approach to treating sciatica, focusing on the entire neuromusculoskeletal system. We assess spinal alignment, muscle function, joint mobility, and nerve health to create a personalised treatment plan.
The first step in helping you manage your sciatica is ensuring we have an accurate diagnosis. We achieve this through a comprehensive clinical history, a thorough physical examination, and, if necessary, further diagnostic investigations such as X-rays.
Once we have all the information required to make an accurate diagnosis, we will explain our findings to you in a simple and concise manner. Based on this, we will tailor a treatment plan specific to your condition and goals. We are committed to helping you relieve pain and restore movement naturally. If at any stage we determine that you need to be referred to another provider, we will ensure you find the right specialist.
Prevention and Education
To help you achieve lasting relief, we will equip you with strategies to prevent future sciatic pain. This includes postural corrections, ergonomic advice, and tailored rehabilitation exercises to improve strength and flexibility.
For your next appointment with Dr Mark Bruining, book online today.
DR. MARK BRUINING
(Chiropractor)
Dr Mark Bruining is a dedicated chiropractor at Whangarei Chiropractic, helping patients relieve pain and regain mobility. With years of experience in Australia and New Zealand, he treats sciatica, back pain, neck pain, and headaches—helping people return to work, sport, and daily life pain-free.
