Point Chiropractic · Bend, Oregon
Sciatica & Nerve Pain Treatment
Sciatica is pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve, usually from the low back or buttock down the back of the leg. It is a symptom rather than a diagnosis, so care at Point Chiropractic in Bend starts with an exam to determine where the nerve is being irritated, then applies conservative treatment aimed at that source.
Two people can describe identical leg pain and have very different causes — a lumbar disc, a narrowed nerve canal, sacroiliac irritation, or deep hip muscle tension. Treating all of them the same way is why some sciatica care disappoints.
Our exam includes neurological testing, orthopedic testing, and movement assessment specifically to sort that out before treatment begins.
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Who We See
Who we see for this
- Patients with pain radiating from the low back or buttock into the leg
- People who cannot sit, drive, or stand for long without symptoms
- Patients with symptoms after lifting, a fall, or a long period of sitting
- Those wanting conservative options before injections or surgery
- Pregnant patients with pregnancy-related sciatic discomfort
Having Pain?
Symptoms patients describe
- Sharp, burning, or electric pain down one leg
- Pain worse with sitting, driving, coughing, or bending
- Numbness or pins and needles in the calf, foot, or toes
- Weakness pushing off the foot or climbing stairs
- Buttock or hip pain that comes and goes with activity
- Relief when walking or lying in certain positions
Know What To Expect
What your care may involve
Locate the source
Neurological, orthopedic, and movement testing helps distinguish disc-related, joint-related, and muscular contributors.
Red flag screening
Progressive weakness, saddle numbness, or bowel or bladder changes require urgent medical referral, and we screen for them.
Reduce irritation
Care may combine specific adjustments, soft tissue work, and positions that ease nerve sensitivity.
Restore movement
Graded exercise for the hips, core, and lumbar spine helps rebuild tolerance for sitting, lifting, and walking.
Prevent recurrence
We address the habits and loading patterns that set the episode up in the first place.
Our Approach To Healing
The Point Chiropractic approach
We target the root cause to relieve pressure and support nerve function rather than chasing the leg pain alone.
If your presentation suggests a condition needing imaging, injection, or surgical opinion, we will tell you and make the appropriate referral.
Questions about coverage? See the insurance plans we accept or contact our Bend office.
FAQ’s
Have A Question?
How long does sciatica take to improve?
It varies widely with the cause and how long symptoms have been present. We reassess regularly and adjust the plan rather than promising a timeline.
Should I rest or keep moving?
Prolonged bed rest usually is not helpful. Most patients do better with gentle, tolerable movement, and we guide what that looks like for you.
Do I need an MRI first?
Often not. Imaging is recommended when the exam suggests it would change your care plan.
When is sciatica an emergency?
Seek immediate medical care for rapidly worsening weakness, numbness in the groin or saddle area, or loss of bowel or bladder control.
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