SCIATICA CARE IN WEST OMAHA

Sciatica Chiropractor in Omaha

Sciatica can send sharp or burning pain from the lower back or buttock down one leg. Tingling, numbness, or weakness may follow, and sitting or driving can become uncomfortable. At Life Source Chiropractic in West Omaha, Dr. Jason Wiese provides chiropractic care, with spinal decompression available for selected disc-related cases.

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Sciatica care that starts with answers

✓ Understand why sciatica happens
✓ See your evaluation and care options
✓ Get answers to sciatica questions
SCIATICA BASICS

What is sciatica?

Sciatica is a symptom—not the underlying problem. It describes pain or altered sensation that often travels from the lower back or buttock into one leg. Symptoms occur when the SCIATIC NERVE becomes irritated or compressed, often because of a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or piriformis syndrome. While at-home stretches may help reduce symptoms for some people, lasting relief begins with identifying what’s causing the nerve irritation.

HOW IT CAN FEEL

Common sciatica symptoms

Pain traveling down one leg

A sharp, burning, or aching feeling may run from the lower back or buttock through the thigh or calf. The pain can vary with position and movement.

Tingling or numbness

Some people notice pins and needles, reduced sensation, or weakness in the affected leg or foot. New or worsening weakness deserves prompt attention.

Pain with sitting or walking

Sitting, standing, walking, coughing, or bending may change the pain. Tell us which activities make it better or worse so the exam reflects your daily life.

WATCH & LEARN

Sciatica symptoms and treatment, explained

Dr. Jason Wiese explains sciatica symptoms, causes, stretches, and care options. Read the full guide.

UNDERSTANDING THE CAUSE

Why sciatica happens

Sciatic pain may come from pressure on a lumbar nerve or on the sciatic nerve itself. Symptoms often develop gradually rather than after one specific injury. Prolonged sitting, a prior injury that never fully resolved, poor posture, and strained body mechanics may all contribute.

Underlying causes of sciatica symptoms include:

  • Pinched lumbar nerve due to misalignment in the spine or pelvis.
  • Pressure on lumbar nerves from disc degeneration, bulging, or herniation.
  • Pressure on the sciatic nerve from tight muscles such as the piriformis or nearby muscles.

Read Dr. Wiese’s sciatica guide →

YOUR FIRST VISIT

A plan based on your findings

Your first visit begins with your history: where the pain travels, when it started, and what changes it. Dr. Wiese checks movement, strength, sensation, and other findings relevant to your symptoms. We can take X-rays in our office when they are appropriate to the evaluation.
After the exam, we explain what we found and whether chiropractic care fits your situation. The plan may include adjustments, specific exercises, or spinal decompression for selected disc-related concerns. If your findings suggest a need for medical evaluation, advanced imaging, or another specialist, we discuss that next step.
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Care options explained

There is no single treatment for every person with leg pain. Your findings guide the options we discuss. Learn how our Paragon Method combines care when appropriate, and explore spinal decompression for qualifying disc-related symptoms.
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NEAR 156TH & MAPLE

Sciatica treatment in West Omaha

Life Source Chiropractic is at 15475 Ruggles St, Ste 110, Omaha, NE 68116, just north of 156th and Maple. We welcome patients from Omaha, Bennington, Elkhorn, and nearby communities.

Call (402) 934-4220 or request a visit online. Tell us where your leg pain travels, how long you have had it, and what activities it limits.

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Common questions

Sciatica chiropractic FAQs

Clear answers to common questions from Omaha patients with sciatica symptoms.

Sciatica is pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness that can travel from the lower back or buttock into a leg. It describes a symptom pattern, not a single diagnosis. An exam helps identify what may be irritating the nerve.

Gentle walking may help some people stay mobile, but it should not sharply increase leg pain, numbness, or weakness. Start with a comfortable distance and adjust based on your symptoms. We can help you decide which activities make sense after an exam.

It may help some people, depending on the cause of their symptoms. Dr. Wiese examines your back and leg findings first, then explains whether chiropractic care, exercises, spinal decompression, or medical evaluation is the right next step.

Spinal decompression may be an option for selected people whose sciatica is linked to a disc problem. It is not appropriate for every cause of leg pain. We discuss it only after reviewing your history, exam findings, and any imaging that is needed.

Seek urgent medical care for new bladder or bowel control problems, numbness around the groin, or sudden or worsening leg weakness. Severe symptoms after an injury also need prompt medical attention. See Mayo Clinic’s guidance.

Some stretches can help, but the right movement depends on what is causing your symptoms. The sciatica guide demonstrates press-ups, hamstring stretches, and piriformis stretches. Stop a stretch if it increases pain traveling down your leg.

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Life Source Chiropractic · 15475 Ruggles St, Ste 110 · Omaha, NE 68116

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