Sciatica Care in Winter Springs & Oviedo
Natural Pain Relief with Chiropractic
When sciatic nerve pain strikes, even simple activities become challenging. Winter Springs Chiropractor Dr. Liz Mojica uses effective, non-invasive therapies to help you regain comfort and mobility without relying on medications. Our proven approach combines advanced diagnostics with gentle adjustment techniques to address the root cause of your pain.
Determining If It’s Truly Sciatica
Sciatica typically begins as lower back pain that radiates down the back of your leg. While many patients confuse various leg pains with sciatica, actual sciatic pain follows a specific pattern along the sciatic nerve path. This distinction helps Dr. Liz provide targeted treatment for your exact condition. Common triggers include extended periods of sitting, improper workstation setups, poor posture, heavy lifting incidents, and disc herniations.
Techniques for Best Outcomes
Dr. Liz employs special techniques, including flexion distraction, to provide relief. This gentle approach creates space between vertebrae, reduces nerve pressure, and decreases inflammation while restoring proper joint alignment. Using a special table that bends at the waist area, she creates a therapeutic separation followed by the spinal adjustment in the spine to improve nerve communication and function.
On the Path to Recovery
Recovery time varies based on several factors, including condition severity, presence of disc involvement, duration of symptoms, and daily physical demands. Many patients experience noticeable relief after their first adjustment, particularly when seeking care early. For optimal results, Dr. Liz recommends addressing your sciatic pain promptly rather than waiting for it to become chronic.
Healing With Comfort, Care, and Prevention
We prioritize your comfort during your visit. If you’re experiencing severe inflammation, we begin with gentle techniques and may recommend complementary therapies such as ice therapy at home and Epsom salt baths. Some patients benefit from multiple same-day sessions when inflammation levels are appropriately managed.
Maintaining proper spinal alignment through regular chiropractic care and strengthening exercises is the key to preventing a recurrence. Dr. Liz creates personalized plans that include recommendations for physical activity focusing on core stability, back strength, and overall muscle balance. This complete approach helps maintain proper spine alignment and significantly reduces the risk of future flare-ups.
Early Intervention for Your Well-being
While some mild cases may resolve independently, approximately 85-90% of sciatic conditions require professional care. Delaying treatment may lead to chronic pain patterns, increased spinal degeneration, and more extended recovery periods. Additionally, untreated sciatic nerve irritation may contribute to the development of severe arthritis in the spine, potentially necessitating more invasive interventions in the future.
Contact Mojica Chiropractic Care today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Liz and take the first step toward lasting sciatic pain relief. Our proven approach has helped countless patients return to their active lifestyles without persistent sciatic pain holding them back.
