West Los Angeles Chiropractic® – Trusted Care for Pain Relief Injury Recovery - Wellness Since 1989

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We specialize in the treatment of sciatic pain relief. We use the DRX9000 Non Surgical Spinal Decompression machine, which has been cleared by the FDA. Many patients have been able to avoid back surgery with the our treatment for sciatica and disc bulges, herniations and pinched nerves among other things. We also use MedX rehabilitation for strengthening exercises and Cold Laser as part of the treatment for sciatica. MedPay, Work Comp and some Ins pay for Spinal Decompression treatment. I graduated UCLA with a minor in Kinesiology before receiving my doctorate.I've been at the same location since 1989.

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Why Sciatica Gets Worse at the Start of the New Year

If your sciatica pain flares up every January, you’re not imagining it. Each year, patients across West Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Brentwood, Culver City, Mar Vista, Venice, Playa Vista, and the Westside report an increase in low back pain, leg pain, numbness, and tingling right after the holidays. Many of these patients eventually find us through our website 👉 https://WestLosAngelesChiropractic.com or our local blog 👉 https://westlosangeleschiropractic.blogspot.com There are several seasonal and lifestyle factors that make sciatica worse at the start of the New Year — especially for active Westside residents.

Why Sciatica Gets Worse at the Start of the New Year

If your sciatica pain flares up every January, you’re not imagining it. Each year, patients across West Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Brentwood, Culver City, Mar Vista, Venice, Playa Vista, and the Westside report an increase in low back pain, leg pain, numbness, and tingling right after the holidays.

Many of these patients eventually find us through our website
👉 https://WestLosAngelesChiropractic.com
or our local blog
👉 https://westlosangeleschiropractic.blogspot.com

There are several seasonal and lifestyle factors that make sciatica worse at the start of the New Year — especially for active Westside residents.

Seasonal Inflammation & Cold Weather Effects

During winter months, inflammation tends to increase throughout the body. Cooler temperatures can cause muscles to tighten and joints to stiffen, placing additional pressure on spinal discs and nerves.

For patients with:

  • Herniated discs

  • Bulging discs

  • Degenerative disc disease

  • Spinal stenosis

even minor inflammation can aggravate the sciatic nerve, leading to sharp, burning, or radiating pain down the leg.

Many patients delay care until pain becomes severe, but early conservative treatment through
👉 https://WestLosAngelesChiropractic.com
can significantly improve outcomes.

Holiday Travel, Sitting & Lifestyle Changes

The holidays often involve:

  • Long car rides

  • Flights with prolonged sitting

  • Sitting on unsupportive couches or guest beds

  • Reduced exercise routines

For many West LA professionals who already spend hours commuting on the 405, 10, or surface streets, the added sitting during the holidays places extra stress on the lumbar spine.

Extended sitting increases disc compression, especially at L4–L5 and L5–S1, the most common levels involved in sciatica.

By January, many patients begin searching for answers online directly at
👉 https://WestLosAngelesChiropractic.com

How Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Helps Sciatica

At West Los Angeles Chiropractic®, we specialize in non-surgical spinal decompression therapy, an FDA-cleared treatment designed to address the root cause of sciatica — disc and nerve compression.

Spinal decompression works by:

  • Gently reducing pressure inside the spinal discs

  • Creating negative pressure to help retract bulging or herniated discs

  • Improving circulation and nutrient exchange

  • Allowing irritated nerves to heal naturally

Unlike surgery or injections, spinal decompression is:
✔ Non-invasive
✔ Gentle and controlled
✔ Designed for long-term relief

👉 Learn more about spinal decompression therapy:
https://WestLosAngelesChiropractic.com

Local Patient Scenarios: The West LA Lifestyle Factor

Many of our patients lead active, fast-paced Westside lifestyles that unintentionally contribute to sciatica flare-ups:

  • Office professionals working long hours in West LA or Santa Monica

  • Fitness enthusiasts returning too aggressively to workouts after holiday breaks

  • Parents lifting luggage, kids, or holiday storage boxes

  • Commuters dealing with extended drive times and poor posture

These patients often discover us through:

Start the New Year With the Right Treatment Plan

January is one of the best times to address sciatica because:

  • Insurance deductibles reset

  • FSA funds are available

  • Inflammation is still reversible

  • Conservative care works best early

At West Los Angeles Chiropractic®, we offer personalized treatment plans that may include:

  • Non-surgical spinal decompression

  • Chiropractic adjustments

  • Targeted rehabilitation

  • Lifestyle and ergonomic guidance

📞 Call 310-914-9400
🌐 Schedule online:
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Make this the year you stop managing sciatica — and start resolving it.

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Yours In Health, 

West Los Angeles Chiropractic ® 
310-914-9400 

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