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Sciatica

Sciatica is more than just back pain, it's nerve irritation that can cause sharp, burning, or radiating pain down the buttock, leg, and even into the foot. Often caused by compression or inflammation near the lower spine or deep hip muscles, sciatica can interfere with walking, sitting, working, and sleep. While medications or rest may provide temporary relief, long-term results come from treating the source of the problem.


At Sparq Physical Therapy in Castle Rock, CO, we use dry needling as part of a comprehensive orthopedic approach to reduce muscle tension, relieve nerve pressure, and get you moving comfortably again. Each treatment plan is tailored to your symptoms and movement patterns.

Affected Area

Sciatica typically affects the sciatic nerve, which runs from the low back through the buttock, hamstrings, and down to the foot. Common contributors include tightness in the piriformis, glutes, or hamstrings, as well as dysfunction in the lumbar spine, SI joint, or hip.

Symptoms

Symptoms include sharp, burning, or electric-like pain down one side of the leg, numbness or tingling, weakness in the leg or foot, and pain that worsens with sitting, bending, or prolonged standing. You may also experience deep gluteal pain or sensitivity to pressure on the sciatic nerve.

Treatments

Dry needling can be especially effective for sciatica when muscle tightness or trigger points are contributing to nerve irritation. At Sparq PT, we combine dry needling with targeted orthopedic rehab for lasting relief. Your treatment plan may include:

  • Dry needling to release deep muscle tension in the glutes, piriformis, or hamstrings

  • Manual therapy to improve spinal mobility and reduce nerve compression

  • Core and hip stabilization to support long-term alignment and movement

  • Mobility work for the lumbar spine, hips, and lower extremities

  • Education and movement retraining to prevent flare-ups and support healing

Many patients experience reduced pain and improved function within just a few sessions, especially when dry needling is part of a full recovery plan.

THE CLINIC

755 S Perry St

Suite 450

Castle Rock, CO 80104

Email: info@sparqpt.com

Tel: 720.463.4752

Fax: 720.465.1978

Opening Hours:

Mon - Fri: 7am - 6pm 

​​Sat - Sun : Closed

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