Sciatic pain can feel sharp, unpredictable, and disruptive. At Tri-County Wellness Clinic, we take a measured, thoughtful approach to sciatica care that focuses on understanding what is contributing to your symptoms and supporting safe, comfortable movement.
Sciatica is often described in alarming ways, which can make symptoms feel even more stressful. Many patients come to us unsure of what is safe to do or worried that movement will make things worse.
At Tri-County Wellness Clinic, sciatica care is centered on reassurance, clarity, and working with your body rather than against it.
Radiating pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness are listened to without minimization.
Techniques are selected based on comfort, sensitivity, and how your body responds.
Sciatic symptoms often involve the lower back, hips, posture, and daily movement patterns.
Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes irritated or compressed somewhere along its pathway. Symptoms can vary in intensity and may change with activity, posture, or stress.
Some common contributing factors include:
• Restricted movement in the lower back or hips
• Muscle tension affecting nerve space
• Prolonged sitting or repetitive strain
• Disc or joint changes over time
• Previous injuries or flare ups
You do not need to know exactly what is causing your sciatica before your visit. Understanding patterns and contributors is part of the care process.
Care at Tri-County Wellness Clinic is designed to support movement, reduce strain, and help you feel more confident using your body.
We begin by understanding where symptoms show up, what makes them better or worse, and how they affect daily life.
We talk through possible contributors to nerve irritation and answer questions clearly and calmly.
Comfort focused movement and functional checks help us understand how your spine, hips, and surrounding muscles are working together.
Your care plan is built collaboratively and adjusted as your body responds over time.
Care at Tri-County Wellness Clinic is designed to support movement, reduce strain, and help you feel more confident using your body.
Dr Megan Malone is the owner and lead chiropractor at Tri-County Wellness Clinic. She takes a whole body approach to care, recognizing that nerve related symptoms are often influenced by posture, movement patterns, and nervous system stress.
Her clinical focus includes chiropractic care, functional medicine, and women’s health support. She works with patients who want thoughtful care, clear explanations, and a pace that feels safe.
Dr Malone emphasizes listening, consent, and collaboration throughout the care process.
Chiropractic care may help support movement, reduce strain, and address contributing factors for many people with sciatic symptoms.
No. Sciatica can have multiple contributors, including joints, muscles, posture, and movement patterns.
Movement is often an important part of recovery. We guide movement carefully based on your comfort and symptoms.
Care is adapted to your needs and comfort. Gentle techniques are used when symptoms are sensitive.
That is common with sciatica. Care plans are flexible and adjusted as symptoms change.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM* |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM* |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM* |
| Thursday | 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | By Special Appointment Only |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
*Closed for lunch from 12 to 2 PM
Tri-County Wellness Clinic
28 Crossroads Plaza, O’Fallon, MO 63368
Located within the Crossroads Plaza. We are in the same plaza as X Golf, with Sherwin Williams Paint just across the road.
Phone: (636) 294-7933