Sciatica Treatment in Winter Garden
Specialized sciatica care at Atlas Injury to Health Winter Garden. See what 4 local patients have to say about their results.
Find sciatica relief in Winter Garden
Winter Garden residents dealing with sciatica know how debilitating that sharp, radiating pain down the leg can be — whether it flares up during a round at Orange County National or simply sitting through the workday. At Atlas Injury to Health on N Dillard St, Dr. Patrick Russell takes a precise, chiropractic approach to identifying the spinal pressure driving your sciatic nerve irritation and correcting it at the source.
Rather than masking symptoms, Dr. Russell works to restore proper spinal alignment so the compressed nerve can heal and function normally again. Our Winter Garden clinic welcomes patients from across West Orange County who are ready to move past the shooting pain and get back to everyday life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can sciatica affect my golf game, and should I keep playing?
The rotational load of a golf swing can aggravate an already irritated sciatic nerve, and many of our Winter Garden patients notice symptoms most after a round. Dr. Russell's work with athletes, including his connections within NFL circles, informs how he evaluates rotational and postural mechanics — helping golfers understand what's driving the irritation before deciding whether to modify their swing or their schedule.
I sit at a desk most of the day and commute into Orlando — is that contributing to my sciatica?
Prolonged sitting, especially through a daily commute, places sustained pressure on the lower spine and can compress the nerve roots feeding the sciatic nerve. This is one of the most common patterns our clinical team sees among West Orange County professionals. Advanced diagnostics help identify exactly where that pressure originates so a plan can address the cause, not just the discomfort.
Can children or teens in our family develop sciatica-like symptoms?
True sciatica is uncommon in younger patients, but growing spines and shifting postural habits from sports or screen time can produce similar radiating discomfort. Because pediatric care is part of our clinical team's expertise, families can have a child evaluated alongside adult members during the same visit, giving parents clarity on what's age-appropriate and what needs attention.
Does Dr. Russell see patients anywhere besides the Winter Garden clinic?
Dr. Russell practices exclusively at our N Dillard St location, so the care plan you begin here continues with him directly rather than being handed between providers or locations. Patients throughout West Orange County can schedule a consultation knowing their sciatic evaluation and ongoing correction stay with the same clinician from the first visit forward.
How We Treat Sciatica
We treat sciatica by identifying and correcting the structural source of nerve compression — whether it's a herniated disc, subluxation, stenosis, or muscular dysfunction.
Our integrated approach includes:
- Specific chiropractic adjustments to restore spinal alignment and relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve
- Spinal decompression therapy to create space for compressed or herniated discs to heal
- SoftWave Tissue Regeneration Therapy to reduce inflammation and promote cellular repair
- Deep tissue laser therapy for non-invasive pain relief and accelerated healing
- Custom therapeutic exercises to strengthen stabilizing muscles, improve flexibility, and prevent flare-ups
- Trigger point therapy and soft tissue work to release muscular compression on the nerve
Sciatica responds exceptionally well to chiropractic care because we address the underlying cause rather than masking the pain. Early intervention makes recovery faster and more complete.
Symptoms
- Sharp, shooting pain radiating from the low back through the buttock and down one or both legs
- Burning or tingling sensations along the sciatic nerve path
- Numbness in the legs, feet, or toes
- Muscle weakness in the affected leg
- Pain that worsens with sitting, standing, or specific movements
- Difficulty walking or maintaining balance
- A "pins and needles" sensation in the lower extremities
What Winter Garden Sciatica Patients Say
“I’ve been going to atlas for about 1 yr and I love it. The doctors and staff are wonderful and very knowledgeable and helpful. I tried many doctors while dealing with intense sciatica pain last year. Got zero results until I came to Atlas. Still have to maintain by doing the exercises they gave me but they are very helpful and encouraging with that as well.”
Chad Stratton
“You will have the best experience with Atlas Injury to Health. I’ve been to several different offices due to multiple injuries and this office is by the far the best experience I’ve ever had. First, the office staff is super welcoming, friendly and professional. You will see and feel that they truly do care about their patients. Secondly, the doctors are knowledgeable, express clear expectations when discussing plan of care and also truly care about their patients. Before visiting this office I was suffering with daily headaches, migraines with some dizziness and chronic neck/shoulder, back, hip and leg pain. I was feeling depressed and was about to give up all hope. Now, my headaches, migraines and dizziness are gone. And my body pain has decreased. Give this office a chance to living a better life.”
Melissa DeGuzman
“I’ve been under chiropractic care for decades that managed my neck, back and leg stiffness and pain. After seeing Dr. Michael St. Louis for a few months, I am in awe of his ability to not only address those long time issues, he was also able to help alleviate my shoulder pain. By adjusting my upper cervical and listening to my concerns, he was able to consistently adjust the problem areas which freed up any nerves that were blocked. Now, I take significantly less pain medication for headaches, the ringing/throbbing in my ears has subsided and I can sit for more than 2 hours without my leg cramping or tingling. I highly recommend Dr. Michael St. Louis at Atlas Injury to health!”
Tricia Embury
“Dr. St. Louis is the most honest, professional and knowledgeable chiropractor I have met. His staff is so nice and always welcoming. Dr. St. Louis fixed my daily headaches I’ve been having, back pain and leg pain. I’ve gotten more energy to spend with my kids daily and sleep much better! I highly recommend this place! I will be sending my own family members. Thanks doc!”
James Cooley