Sciatica doesn't have to be your new normal. At Maverick Manual Therapy & Performance in San Antonio, Dr. Clayton Labus delivers hands-on, one-on-one manual therapy that targets the root cause of your sciatic pain — not just the symptoms. No referrals, no waiting rooms, no assembly-line care. Just expert treatment, a clear plan, and lasting results. Ready to move toward a life without pain?
Most people dealing with sciatic pain have already tried the usual routes — and are still hurting. If nothing has worked so far, the problem isn't you. It's the approach.
You're handed off to an aide, given a sheet of exercises, and seen for 15 minutes. No one actually puts hands on you, examines your movement, or asks why you're still in pain.
Adjustments, injections, and temporary relief help you get through the day — but never resolve why the sciatica keeps flaring. The root cause goes unaddressed, and the cycle continues.
Months spent bouncing between specialists, waiting on authorizations, and repeating your history to new providers — while your pain worsens, your strength declines, and surgery starts to feel inevitable.
At Maverick Manual Therapy & Performance, every session is fully one-on-one with Dr. Clayton Labus — a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy. Using expert hands-on manual therapy, Dr. Labus evaluates your whole body to find and fix the true source of your sciatic pain. No assistants, no cookie-cutter protocols, no guesswork. Just individualized care designed to get you back to the life you love — faster.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) — a distinction held by fewer than 10% of physical therapists nationwide
One-on-one care every session with Dr. Labus — no aides, no handoffs, no wasted appointments
Whole-body, root-cause approach using manual therapy, soft tissue mobilization, dry needling, and therapeutic exercise
"I had several injections at a pain clinic with no relief. With Clayton's professional treatment plan, I had much relief from the pain. I am grateful for Clayton's help."
Your first session begins with a thorough whole-body assessment. Dr. Labus takes the time to understand your history, identify movement dysfunctions, and pinpoint the true root cause of your sciatica — not just where it hurts.
You receive a clear, individualized plan built around your specific pain, goals, and lifestyle. Using expert manual therapy, myofascial release, dry needling, and therapeutic exercise, each session is tailored specifically to you.
Real recovery means more than short-term relief. Dr. Labus equips you with the tools and movement strategies to stay out of pain long-term — so you can get back to sports, work, family, and everything that matters most.
While sciatica and low back pain are among the most common reasons patients seek care at Maverick Manual Therapy, Dr. Labus is equipped to evaluate and treat a wide range of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions — all using the same root-cause, hands-on approach. If you've been searching for sciatica manual therapy near me or relief from a chronic, recurring condition, you've found the right place.
Spine & Nerve Conditions: Sciatica, low back pain, herniated and bulging discs, neck pain, and mid-back pain
Joint & Soft Tissue Pain: Shoulder impingement, rotator cuff injuries, hip pain, knee pain, plantar fasciitis, and Achilles tendinopathy
Head, Jaw & Neurological: Headaches, migraines, vertigo and BPPV, TMJ pain, concussion symptoms, and dizziness
"Clayton has helped me more than I ever imagined with a pinched nerve in my neck and shoulder. The pain was unbearable for half of my life. After just the first session I had more relief than I have ever had in all the years of doctor visits and hospital visits. I am back to doing everything I was able to when I was a kid. Truly works wonders."
"Clayton's approach to therapy was completely different than other PT I have tried. The whole session is one-on-one care which I never received at PT clinics I went to as they have multiple patients in at once. My pain is completely gone and I am so much stronger and know how to use my body more efficiently. Definitely recommend."
"I came in with lower back and hip pain. An MRI revealed four bulging discs and I was concerned about the need for surgery. I had several injections at a pain clinic with no relief. Clayton assured me that with proper exercise my pain could be relieved. With Clayton's professional treatment plan, I had much relief from the pain."
Meet Your Team
Board-Certified Specialist. One-on-One Care. Every Session.
Doctor of Physical Therapy Graduated from UT Health Science Center with advanced training in orthopedic manual therapy and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation techniques.
Board-Certified OCS Orthopedic Clinical Specialist certification—a distinction held by less than 10% of physical therapists in the country, ensuring expert-level care.
Manual Therapy Certified Certified in Orthopedic Manual Therapy with advanced hands-on skills in fascial, muscular, and joint manipulation for lasting pain relief.
Root-Cause Focused Specializes in whole-body movement assessment to identify and treat the true source of wrist pain, not just symptoms.
One-on-One Care Every patient receives Dr. Labus's undivided attention for the entire session—no waiting rooms, no assembly-line treatment.
Active Lifestyle Advocate Originally from Hobson, Texas, Dr. Labus understands the importance of staying active and helps athletes and active adults get back to what they love.
Conveniently located near Alamo Heights and downtown. We're ready to help you break free from foot pain.
We're just 10 minutes from Downtown San Antonio — about 3.3 miles north via Broadway and McCullough Ave into the Alamo Heights area. You'll find us on Melrose Pl, conveniently located near Alamo Quarry Market and Quarry Village. Call us to schedule your appointment: Tuesday–Thursday, 9 AM–4 PM.
Everything you need to know before your first sciatica manual therapy session in San Antonio — answered honestly.
Sciatica manual therapy uses targeted, hands-on techniques — including joint mobilization, myofascial release, soft tissue mobilization, and dry needling — to relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve, restore proper movement mechanics, and address the underlying structural cause of your pain. Rather than masking symptoms, Dr. Labus identifies why the nerve is being compressed or irritated and corrects it at the source.
At most physical therapy clinics, you're assigned to an aide, seen in a group setting, and given 15–20 minutes of actual one-on-one time. At Maverick, every session is exclusively with Dr. Clayton Labus — a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. There are no waiting rooms, no handoffs, and no rushing. Your treatment plan is built specifically around your body, your pain, and your goals.
Maverick Manual Therapy operates as an out-of-network, cash-based practice. This model allows Dr. Labus to spend more time with each patient per session, prescribe fewer total appointments, and focus entirely on what your body needs — not on what an insurance protocol permits. Many patients find that fewer, higher-quality sessions offset the out-of-pocket cost. We're happy to discuss pricing and options when you call.
Yes. Dr. Clayton Labus holds the Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) designation — a credential earned by fewer than 10% of physical therapists in the United States. It represents advanced clinical knowledge in orthopedic and musculoskeletal care and is the gold standard for diagnosing and treating conditions like sciatica, disc injuries, and chronic back pain.
Because every patient's anatomy, history, and goals are unique, there's no universal answer. However, Dr. Labus's root-cause approach is designed to create meaningful, measurable progress as quickly as possible — many patients notice significant improvement within the first few sessions. A full evaluation at your first visit will give you a realistic, personalized timeline.
Your first visit is a comprehensive evaluation. Dr. Labus will review your history, assess your posture and movement patterns, and perform hands-on testing to identify the structural and functional contributors to your sciatica. You'll leave with a clear understanding of what's causing your pain and a personalized treatment plan. Most patients also receive hands-on treatment during their first session.