Acupuncture works by relaxing tight muscles, improving blood circulation, regulating the nervous system, and releasing neurotransmitters to reduce pain. Acupuncture has been shown to be an effective treatment for sciatica without the side effects of prescription pain medications like NSAIDs and muscle relaxers.

How many acupuncture treatments are needed for sciatica?

Patients with acute sciatica may find relief within two to three acupuncture sessions. On the other hand, patients with chronic sciatica usually require about eight to 12 treatments depending on what caused the problem (e.g. disc herniation, stenosis, bone spurs).

What is better for sciatica acupuncture or chiropractor?

Acupuncture is very effective to treat the sciatica nerve pain, and chiropractic care is effective to correct the structural cause. By addressing both symptom and cause, integrative therapies often achieve immediate and long-term success.