If you’re dealing with pain that starts in your lower back and shoots down your leg, you may be experiencing sciatica. This condition affects millions and can make walking, sitting, or even sleeping painful. What many people don’t realize is that true relief comes from correcting the root cause — not masking it with medication.
At Gonstead Family Chiropractic in Kearny Mesa, we use a targeted, drug-free approach to resolve sciatica at the source.
What Causes Sciatica?
Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve — the largest nerve in your body — is compressed or irritated, often by a misaligned spinal vertebra or disc in the lower back.
Common causes include:
- Disc bulges or herniation
- Spinal misalignment (subluxation)
- Pregnancy-related pelvic shifts
- Injury or repetitive motion
- Prolonged sitting or poor posture
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How Gonstead Chiropractic Treats Sciatica
Unlike traditional methods that only offer temporary relief, the Gonstead system locates and corrects the specific vertebra interfering with your sciatic nerve.
What to expect in our clinic:
- Thorough case history review
- Standing full-spine X-rays
- Motion and static palpation
- Instrument-guided nerve pressure scans
- Specific, non-twisting lumbar adjustments
By precisely restoring spinal alignment, pressure on the sciatic nerve is relieved — reducing inflammation and pain.
Why Gonstead Is Different for Sciatica Relief
The Gonstead method doesn’t rely on guesswork or general adjustments. It targets the root of the problem with:
- Measurable diagnostics
- No twisting or cracking techniques
- Personalized treatment plans based on your X-rays
- Emphasis on long-term correction and nerve function
Patients often experience relief in days — not weeks.
Success Stories from Kearny Mesa Patients
A construction worker from Clairemont came in with sciatic pain that radiated down his leg for over six months. After just two weeks of Gonstead care focused on his L5 disc and pelvis, his pain was gone and mobility returned.
Another patient, a pregnant woman from Serra Mesa, had daily leg numbness. Gonstead adjustments relieved pressure on her pelvis and improved her comfort throughout her pregnancy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can Gonstead help with chronic sciatica?
A: Yes — especially when caused by spinal misalignment or disc pressure.
Q: Is it safe during pregnancy?
A: Absolutely. We adjust positioning and use gentle techniques for expectant mothers.
Q: How long does it take to feel better?
A: Many patients notice relief within 1–3 visits. Deeper correction may take longer.
Q: Do I need imaging before adjustments?
A: Yes. We always use X-rays to identify the exact cause before treating.
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