What Is Sciatica?
Sciatica is a common and often painful condition caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the body. This nerve runs from the lower back through the hips, buttocks, and down each leg. When affected, sciatica can cause pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness anywhere along this pathway.
At Lake Wylie Family Chiropractic, Dr. Jeffery Awender provides safe, non-invasive chiropractic care designed to address the root cause of sciatic nerve pain—not just the symptoms—helping patients return to comfortable, active living.
If you’re searching for sciatica treatment in Lake Wylie, SC, you’re in the right place.
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Symptoms of Sciatica
Sciatica symptoms can vary from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating pain. Common signs include:
- Sharp or burning pain traveling down the back of the leg
- Lower back pain that radiates into the hip or buttock
- Tingling, numbness, or “pins and needles” in the leg or foot
- Muscle weakness in the leg or foot
- Pain that worsens when sitting, standing, bending, or twisting
- Increased discomfort after prolonged inactivity
Symptoms may affect one side of the body or, in rare cases, both.
Causes of Sciatica
Sciatic nerve pain doesn’t happen randomly—it’s usually the result of an underlying spinal or muscular issue. Common causes include:
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Spinal misalignments (subluxations)
- Degenerative disc disease
- Piriformis syndrome
- Poor posture or repetitive strain
- Pregnancy-related spinal changes
Dr. Awender performs a thorough chiropractic evaluation to determine the exact source of your sciatic pain and designs a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Chiropractic Treatment for Sciatica
Chiropractic care is an evidence-based and highly effective approach to treating sciatica—without drugs or surgery. At Lake Wylie Family Chiropractic, treatment may include:
Precise Chiropractic Adjustments
Gentle, targeted spinal adjustments help realign vertebrae, reduce pressure on the sciatic nerve, and restore normal joint movement.
Soft Tissue Therapy
Focused muscle therapy relieves tension in the lower back, glutes, and piriformis muscle—frequent contributors to sciatic nerve compression.
Corrective Exercises & Stretching
Dr. Awender teaches simple, functional movements and stretches to reduce spinal stress and support long-term healing.
Posture & Movement Coaching
Proper biomechanics and daily movement habits are reinforced to prevent recurrence and protect vulnerable joints.
Chiropractic care focuses on long-term results, not temporary symptom masking.
Why Choose Lake Wylie Family Chiropractic for Sciatica Relief?
- Trusted care from Dr. Jeffery Awender
- Family-centered, patient-first approach
- Evidence-based, natural treatments
- Personalized care plans for lasting relief
- Convenient location for patients in Lake Wylie, Clover, Steele Creek, Tega Cay, and Fort Mill
- Welcoming office environment for patients of all ages
Our mission is simple: help you move better, feel better, and live free from sciatic nerve pain.
