Sciatica
Pain radiating along the sciatic nerve from the lower back through the hips and down each leg.
Last reviewed by our practitioner team · February 2026
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Practitioners Who Help With Sciatica
These practitioner types have experience working with sciatica. Each brings a different perspective and set of tools.
Chiropractor
DCSpine/joint mechanics + nerve/muscle pain patterns
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DOFull physician care + hands-on musculoskeletal treatment (OMM)
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LMT / RMTMuscle pain, tension, recovery, relaxation
Learn moreAcupuncturist / TCM Practitioner
L.Ac. / R.Ac. / R.TCM.PPain, stress regulation, nausea, headaches, fertility support
Learn moreWhat to Expect From Holistic Treatment
A holistic approach to sciatica looks at the whole picture — not just your symptoms, but the underlying factors that contribute to them.
Thorough Assessment
Your practitioner will take a detailed health history, including diet, lifestyle, stress, sleep, and environmental factors.
Root Cause Investigation
Rather than just managing symptoms, holistic practitioners look for underlying imbalances — whether nutritional, hormonal, digestive, or structural.
Personalized Treatment Plan
Your plan may include dietary changes, supplements, herbal medicine, bodywork, stress management techniques, or other modalities tailored to your needs.
Ongoing Support
Healing is a process. Expect follow-up visits to monitor progress, adjust your plan, and address new layers as they arise.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sciatica is a health concern that affects many people and can have multiple contributing factors. A holistic approach looks at the whole person — lifestyle, diet, stress, environment, and genetics — to understand and address the root causes rather than just managing symptoms.
Sciatica can be caused by a combination of factors including diet, stress, environmental exposures, genetic predisposition, hormonal imbalances, and gut health issues. Holistic practitioners work to identify your unique contributing factors through thorough assessment and sometimes advanced testing.
Several types of holistic practitioners can help with Sciatica, including Chiropractor, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Massage Therapist. The best choice depends on your specific situation, symptoms, and preferences. Many people benefit from working with multiple practitioners as part of a comprehensive care team.
Yes, many people find significant relief from Sciatica through holistic approaches. These may include dietary changes, targeted supplementation, stress management, herbal medicine, bodywork, and lifestyle modifications. Holistic treatment focuses on addressing root causes rather than just suppressing symptoms.
Holistic treatment for Sciatica typically begins with a thorough intake — your health history, diet, lifestyle, and sometimes lab work. Your practitioner will create a personalized plan that may evolve over time. Healing is often gradual; many people notice improvements within weeks to months depending on the complexity of their situation.