Sciatica Chiropractor in Burlington
Reviewed by Dr. Maria Mahboob, D.C. — Doctor of Chiropractic and Lead Chiropractor at Divine Spine Burlington. ICPA-trained in pediatric and perinatal chiropractic care.
Sciatica is one of the most debilitating conditions we treat at Divine Spine Burlington. That sharp, shooting pain down your leg — often into the foot — can stop you from working, exercising, or even getting a good night’s sleep. Dr. Maria Mahboob has helped many Burlington residents work on their sciatica with focused chiropractic assessment and care.
What is Sciatica?
Sciatica is pain caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve — the longest nerve in the body, running from your lower back through your hips and down each leg. Symptoms include:
- Sharp, shooting pain from the lower back into the leg or foot
- Burning or electric sensation down one leg
- Numbness or tingling in the leg, calf, or foot
- Weakness in the affected leg
- Pain that gets worse with sitting or standing for long periods
How Chiropractic Helps Sciatica
Most sciatica originates from compression in the lumbar spine — either from a disc bulge or restricted spinal joints pressing on the sciatic nerve root. Dr. Mahboob uses precise, low-force spinal adjustments to reduce this compression, take pressure off the nerve, and restore normal function.
Your $27 New Patient Exam includes a full assessment of your lumbar spine, nerve function, and movement patterns to identify the specific mechanical cause of your sciatica. At your second visit, Dr. Mahboob walks you through exactly what she found and what a realistic care plan looks like for your case.
What to Expect
- Visit 1 ($27): Full assessment, health history, examination, and x-rays if clinically indicated
- Visit 2: Dr. Mahboob shares findings and presents a specific care plan
- Follow-up visits: Targeted adjustments to the compressed area
- Timelines vary — Dr. Mahboob will give you an honest estimate at your Report of Findings
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can chiropractic help sciatica?
Chiropractic care may help many cases of sciatica, particularly those caused by spinal joint restriction or disc issues. Severe disc herniations may require a collaborative approach. Dr. Mahboob will be upfront about whether your case is appropriate for chiropractic care at your first visit.
Q: Should I rest or stay active with sciatica?
In most cases, light movement is generally preferable to complete bed rest for most cases of sciatica. Dr. Mahboob will give you specific guidance on what to do — and avoid — between visits to support your recovery.
Q: How is sciatica different from general back pain?
Sciatica specifically involves nerve pain that travels into the leg. General back pain typically stays localized to the back. The distinction matters for treatment — Dr. Mahboob’s assessment identifies exactly what you’re dealing with.
When Should You See a Sciatica Chiropractor in Burlington?
Sciatica doesn’t always start dramatically. Many Burlington patients describe it starting as mild tightness in the lower back or a dull ache in the glute — then gradually progressing to shooting pain down the leg. Consider booking an assessment if you notice:
- Pain, burning, or tingling that travels below the knee
- Numbness or weakness in your leg or foot
- Symptoms that are getting progressively worse over days or weeks
- Pain that forces you to change how you sit, stand, or walk
- Symptoms that have not improved with rest after two weeks
- Sciatica that came on after a fall, accident, or heavy lifting incident
Getting assessed early means a shorter recovery and a lower chance of symptoms returning once the underlying cause has been identified and addressed.
Book a $27 Sciatica Assessment in Burlington
Dr. Maria Mahboob at Divine Spine Burlington assesses the root cause of your sciatica — whether it’s a lumbar disc issue, a restricted joint, or piriformis-related compression — and builds a specific care plan around what she finds. Your first visit is $27 and includes a full assessment with x-rays if clinically indicated.
Call (289) 812-2434 or book online at divinespine.com to get started.
Why Our Burlington Patients Love the ProAdjuster
At Divine Spine Burlington, Dr. Mahboob uses the ProAdjuster — a computerized chiropractic instrument that delivers precise, gentle adjustments without any cracking or twisting. The ProAdjuster analyzes spinal movement in real time and delivers targeted corrections at exactly the right force, making it one of the most comfortable chiropractic techniques available. Patients who have avoided chiropractic for years because of the cracking often find the ProAdjuster a completely different — and far more comfortable — experience. If you’ve been searching for computerized chiropractic adjustments in Burlington, this is exactly what we offer.
Divine Spine Burlington | 3247 Appleby Line #11, Burlington, ON L7L 2X9 | (289) 812-2434 | Chiropractor Burlington — Main Page
Related Care at Our Burlington Clinic
Sciatica frequently overlaps with lower back pain, since the sciatic nerve originates in the lumbar spine. If your sciatica started after a vehicle collision, our car accident chiropractor in Burlington page covers the assessment we use for MVA-related injuries. For an overview of every condition we work with, visit our Burlington chiropractor main page.