Acupuncture for Sciatica Relief

Gentle, effective support for nerve pain, mobility, and whole-body balance

Sciatica is a type of nerve pain that travels from the low back or hip down the leg, often caused by disc issues, tight muscles, or pressure on the sciatic nerve. It can bring sharp, burning pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness—and often shows up when life is already asking a lot from us.

Whether it’s from injury, postural strain, long hours of caregiving or overwork, this kind of pain affects how we move through the world—literally and emotionally.

Acupuncture is a powerful support for sciatica. It’s not a one-size-fits-all fix. In my practice, we look at your whole system—how stress, fatigue, digestion, sleep, old injuries, or unresolved grief might be playing into the pain—and work with treatments that help the body reset, re-pattern, and recover.

How acupuncture can help:

• Reduces inflammation and swelling around the sciatic nerve

• Relieves pain and restores mobility

• Releases tight muscles (like the piriformis) that may be irritating the nerve

• Improves circulation to support healing

• Regulates the nervous system to help shift from pain/stress cycles

• Supports rest, digestion, and overall energy while we address the root cause

A 2023 systematic review and meta-analysis published in Frontiers in Neuroscience found that acupuncture was more effective than conventional drug therapy in relieving sciatica pain and improving function—with fewer side effects and a lower recurrence rate. This research affirms what many of us have known through clinical practice for years: acupuncture can offer real relief for sciatic pain.

If you're already working with a physiotherapist, chiropractor, or MD, we can easily coordinate care.

Who I work with

I work with people of all body sizes, backgrounds, and experiences. If you're navigating the intensity of modern life, including impacts of oppression, and your body is carrying the load, you're in the right place.

What to expect

We'll start with a detailed intake and work together to identify where your system is out of sync. Treatment plans are always responsive to what’s showing up in your body, mind, and daily life.

Some people feel relief after just one session; others benefit from a series of treatments over time. We’ll track your progress and adjust as needed.