You've tried stretches, adjustments, maybe even injections, but the shooting leg pain keeps coming back. Our robotic therapy is designed to work deep muscles previously not accessible, releasing that strangling tightness conventional methods miss. Many clients report feeling relief in weeks, not months.*
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Outdoor plans slip away: Walking through Rotary Park or exploring Detroit River Wildlife Refuge becomes impossible when every step sends excruciating pain shooting from your lower back down to your toes, making you freeze mid-stride.
Work becomes survival: Downtown Trenton desks and long commutes down West Road become torture when sitting feels like a hot knife twisting in your lower back, forcing you to constantly shift and stand.
Active life on hold: Tennis at Trenton Athletic Club or a round at Woodhaven Golf Club becomes impossible when your leg goes numb without warning or buckles from the stabbing nerve pain.
Downriver residents don't have to live this way.
Most people focus on the back. But for many clients, the tension starts in the front - in a deep muscle most treatments never reach.
Sciatica happens when tight muscles squeeze your sciatic nerve. Most treatments focus on the back - piriformis, glutes, lower back. But many clients tell us their symptoms improved most when we also addressed the psoas, a deep muscle in the front that can pull the spine out of alignment. Our robotic therapy is designed to reach both sides, applying sustained pressure human hands can't replicate. Many clients say this helps ease the deep tension that keeps them from moving comfortably, all without surgery or injections.
Clients often report they can:
Walk without shooting pain down their leg
Sit through meetings without constantly shifting positions
Sleep through the night on their preferred side
A quick look at what to expect
Hear from clients who found relief with TheraMax Miami
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Approach: Spinal adjustments focusing on vertebral alignment to relieve nerve pressure
Timeframe: Multiple visits over weeks/months
Effectiveness: May provide temporary relief but doesn't address the tight muscles compressing your nerve
Adjustments don't release the piriformis or deep glute muscles squeezing your sciatic nerve. Many clients get adjusted weekly with no lasting relief.
Approach: Stretching exercises and core strengthening to reduce nerve irritation
Timeframe: 8-12 weeks of sessions
Effectiveness: Can help mild cases but lacks the deep pressure needed to release severely tight muscles
Stretching feels good temporarily, but doesn't provide the deep muscular release many clients need for lasting relief.
Approach: Epidural steroid injections or surgical nerve decompression
Timeframe: Recovery time varies by procedure
Effectiveness: Injections mask pain for weeks to months; surgery has variable success rates
Involves needles, cutting tissue, months of recovery, risk of nerve damage, and no guarantee the pain won't return. Doesn't address the muscular underlying tension.
Deep muscle tension may be part of the problem
The sciatic nerve runs through your pelvis, passing near several muscles that can compress it when tight. Most treatments focus on the piriformis and glutes in the back. But the psoas, a deep muscle connecting your spine to your legs through the front, can also pull your pelvis out of alignment. When both sides are tight, the nerve can get squeezed from multiple directions. That's why back-only approaches sometimes don't help.
I went to TheraMax in Miami for sciatica. I work at a bank and sit all day, my pain was like 8/10 and it was bad. After the two sessions I felt a big releif, specially when they worked on my psoas muscle, I didnt even know that muscle was connected to sciatica.
Therapy at Theramax has stopped my sciatica crisis. After my second session I never felt the pain again. The therapists that I met, Cassandra and Natalia were extremely experienced and attentive and took so much time to educate me on sciatica and ways that I could modify my behaviors to complement the therapy and get better. Kevin and Waleska are wonderful and worked with me to accommodate my needs. This will be my go to if and when I have a flare up. Don’t hesitate and trust them. Jacqueline Alvarez
For years I’ve had a constant and stubborn tightness on my hips and lower back. After many trips to the physiotherapist and countless exercises I was introduced to Theramax. During first session not only did I feel an immediate release on my hip flexors but at the end the pain in my lower back and sciatica appeared to have decreased tremendously. The specialist also gave me a list of at home exercises that I’ve been diligently incorporating in my workouts. Looking forward to my next session! Thank you to the team at Theramax, you are onto something!
"After struggling with sciatica pain for months, I gave TheraMax Miami a try. Mylene and Cassandra are miracle workers. The shooting pain down my leg is gone after 5 sessions! I had never even heard of the psoas muscle and how it can cause back pain. So glad my sister told me about this place."
"Thank you to the folks at Theramax, after 4 sessions my sciatica pain has been greatly reduced. I’ve been able to slowly return to the gym and feel that I am on my way to a full recovery. Highly recommend."
"Awesome experience, truly solved the issued of my static hips and sciatica pain"
"I recently underwent robotic therapy with Natalia at this clinic to address my Sciatica pain. This marked my fourth session. The staff, particularly Waleska, greeted me warmly. Natalia led the therapy with precision and care, prioritizing my comfort and understanding throughout. Natalia's dedication to my progress is exceptional and unmatched in my experience. Her compassion and passion for healthcare are truly admirable. The cutting-edge technology utilized in the therapy has significantly contributed to my recovery. I am grateful for the support and expertise of Natalia, Waleska, and Kevin, and I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone in need of robotic therapy."
"The staff is super nice and they really know what are they talking about, after my first session I felt the relief on my sciatica. I highly recommend this place."
"I started going here for my Plantar fasciitis and lower back pain. I can definitely say they are so nice and very accommodating. I feel better even though I have only been going there for a little over a month. The pain is slowly decreasing and I’m looking forward to having zero pain!"
"(Translated by Google) I'd been suffering from severe back pain (middle and lower back) for over a year, often debilitating. I discovered Theramax while looking for therapies for back pain, as conventional physical therapy hadn't solved my problem. Theramax turned out to be a great solution for me. In four sessions, I went from having quite a bit of pain to practically no pain at all, and I was even able to return to weight-bearing exercises without any problems. I highly recommend trying therapy with them. (Original) Llevaba más de 1 año con un fuerte dolor de espalda (zona media y lumbar), el dolor resultaba inhabilitante en muchas ocasiones. Conoci Theramax buscando terapias para el dolor de espalda, ya que la fisíoterapia convencional no me había resuelto el problema. Theramax resulto ser una gran solución para mi, en 4 sesiones pase de tener bastante dolor a practicamente nada de dolor, inclusive, pude volver a ejercitarme con peso sin problemas. Recomiendo totalmente intentar una terapía con ellos."
"Visited Theramax yesterday and saw Cassandra. She quickly assessed me and identified significant tension on the right side of my pelvis that was pulled forward. I often experience pain in my lower back and leg on the right side, so I was surprised she noticed it so quickly. She explained that the precision robot would apply pressure to the area for 30 minutes to relieve the tension. After the 30 minutes, my entire right side felt much better and less tense afterward. Cassandra also showed me some exercises to do at home to help release the tension, which I will be doing. I will definitely be back! I highly recommend this place for athletes experiencing any type of tension or pain."
"I recently visited the Theramax and was pleasantly surprised by their innovative approach to treating lower back pain using robotics. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable and guided me through the process with care and expertise. The robot-assisted therapy was very precise and provided targeted relief to my lower back muscles. After a few sessions I felt immediate relief and alleviation. Highly recommend this clinic to anyone seeking effective and cutting-edge treatment for their lower back pain."
"I had an absolutely wonderful experience. The massage was deep, consistent, and incredibly relaxing. It was exactly what I needed. Afterward, I had one of the most restful nights of sleep I have ever experienced — un descanso que nunca había tenido. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Your professionalism and elegance truly made the experience exceptional."
"Great therapy for chronic or new connective tissue problems. Faster recovery than conventional PT. Staff are friendly and patient. Mylene taught me about facia and actually showed me what else I can do at home. Some areas the robotic arm can reach better than anyone can manually."
"I’ve been coming to TheraMax for my plantar fasciitis and working with Cassandra. She is SOOO knowledgeable and knows exactly where I need the robot. I’ve had about 4 sessions and have felt significant improvement. Cassandra is a wealth of knowledge and also provided me with exercises to do at home to help."
Get answers to your questions about TheraMax
Most sciatica clients who walk through our doors have already tried PT stretches or chiropractic adjustments with limited results. They usually tell us those approaches didn't reach the deep tension that makes their symptoms flare up, or even address the psoas muscle. Our robotic therapy applies sustained pressure into those layers that hands and stretches can't access.
Clients are usually surprised how comfortable it is. You'll feel pressure and gentle vibration targeting various muscle groups, particularly the psoas. You and the therapist control the intensity the whole time. Most people find it relaxing; some even fall asleep. If you've been dealing with that shooting sciatic pain, the session is nothing compared to what you're already living with.
That's exactly what your first visit is for. We'll chat about your sciatica symptoms, how long you've had them, what you've tried, and give you an honest answer about whether we think we can help. If robotic therapy isn't the right fit, we'll tell you straight up and point you toward someone who might be better suited. If you have severe symptoms (foot drop, bowel/bladder issues, inability to walk, etc), we recommend seeing another specialist.
We're cash-pay, which means no insurance headaches, no surprise bills, and no dragging your care through months of copays. You'll know exactly what you're paying upfront. Most clients find this saves them time and money compared to the traditional route of endless appointments with minimal progress.
We know sciatica doesn't wait, and neither should you. We offer same-week appointments, and 60% of new clients are seen within 3 days. Early morning, evening, and weekend slots available to fit your busy Trenton schedule. Call (734) 307-2213 to check availability.
Sciatica describes the symptom, not the cause. The sciatic nerve can be irritated by a herniated disc pressing on it, by piriformis syndrome where the muscle compresses the nerve, or by general lower back tension that refers down the leg. Understanding which pattern you're experiencing helps us focus on what's actually tight.
*TheraMax services are performed by trained therapy professionals. Individual results may vary. Client testimonials reflect personal experiences and are not guaranteed outcomes.
Strategically located in the heart of Downriver Detroit, our clinic is just 5 minutes from Riverview and 10 minutes from Wyandotte, Southgate, and Taylor, and Grosse Ile, and Woodhaven. Whether you work downtown or live in the surrounding neighborhoods, we're easy to reach.
