Sciatica Relief Starts Here: How Our Chiropractic Team Can Help

lyndseybrasseur
Nov 28, 2025
3 min read

Finding Real Relief at The GOAT Sport Medicine Clinic in Sherwood Park, Alberta.

If you’re dealing with sharp, shooting pain down the back of your leg — or numbness, burning, or weakness that makes standing or sitting uncomfortable — you may be experiencing sciatica. This condition affects thousands of Canadians every year and can disrupt everything from work to sleep to daily mobility.

At The G.O.A.T. Sport Medicine Clinic in Sherwood Park, Alberta, we take a whole-body, evidence-informed approach to diagnosing and treating sciatica. Instead of masking symptoms, we focus on uncovering the root cause and helping you return to the activities you love.

But how exactly can chiropractic care help?

What Is Sciatica?

Sciatica refers to irritation of the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the body. It runs from the lower back through the hips and glutes and down each leg. When this nerve becomes compressed or inflamed, it can create intense and sometimes debilitating symptoms.

Common signs of sciatica include:

Sharp, shooting pain down one leg
Tingling or numbness in the buttock, thigh, or calf
Weakness in the leg or foot
Pain that worsens with sitting, bending, or twisting
Difficulty walking or standing for long periods

Sciatica is often triggered by conditions such as a lumbar disc herniation, piriformis syndrome, spinal misalignment, or inflammation in the lower back.

If left untreated, symptoms may worsen over time and limit your ability to participate in work, sport, and daily life.

How Chiropractic Care Can Help Sciatica

At The G.O.A.T. Sport Medicine Clinic in Sherwood Park, our chiropractors are extensively trained in evaluating sciatic nerve irritation and the musculoskeletal issues that contribute to it. Treatment focuses on reducing inflammation, improving mobility, and relieving pressure on the nerve.

Here’s how we can support your recovery:

1. Spinal Adjustments

Gentle, precise adjustments to the lumbar spine help restore normal joint motion, improve alignment, and reduce nerve compression. Many patients experience relief even within the first few visits.

2. Pelvic and Hip Alignment

Dysfunction in the pelvis or hips can place additional tension on the sciatic nerve. Chiropractic adjustments help balance the entire lower body to reduce strain.

3. Soft Tissue Therapy

Techniques such as Active Release Technique (ART), myofascial release, Graston, and trigger point therapy help relax tight muscles — especially the piriformis — that may be compressing the nerve.

4. Rehab Exercises & Mobility Training

We provide personalized corrective exercise programs to improve core stability, hip mobility, and functional strength, helping prevent flare-ups.

5. Adjunctive Therapies

Depending on the severity of your symptoms, we may incorporate shockwave therapy, laser therapy, cupping, or therapeutic ultrasound to support tissue healing and calm inflammation.

What Does the Research Say?

Current research supports chiropractic care as an effective conservative option for many cases of sciatica, especially those caused by mechanical issues in the spine or pelvis. Patients often report:

Reduced pain and nerve irritation
Improved movement and flexibility
Better strength and stability
Faster return to work, exercise, and daily activities

For many individuals, conservative care can be just as effective as more invasive treatments — without the risks or downtime associated with surgery or long-term medication.

Why Choose The G.O.A.T. Sport Medicine Clinic in Sherwood Park?

Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to helping you move, perform, and feel your best. We combine chiropractic care with sports medicine, physiotherapy, massage therapy, and strength rehab to provide a complete and highly personalized treatment plan.

Whether your sciatica is new or chronic, we work closely with you to identify the cause and create a path toward lasting relief.