Conditions
Sciatica
Sciatica means different things to different people. It has been used as an umbrella term for pain going down the leg. True sciatica is pain arising from irritation to the sciatic nerve, but as a term, it has been used to describe pain in the leg coming from a source in the back, often accompanied by back pain. It can be associated with other symptoms such as burning, numbness, weakness, and altered sensation like pins and needles. It can be incredibly painful and very distressing for someone who has it.
Causes
Not all sciatica is the same, and there are different causes which require a different approach. A common cause is a disc bulge, where inflammation around the nerve root results in pain along that nerve as it goes down the leg. Another cause is the nerve having less room due to age-related changes occurring in the spine as we get older, causing the nerve to be compression and subsequently irritated resulting in symptoms. Other reasons for pain going down the leg include referral from the joints and/or muscles, as well as issues arising from the hip.
- Exercise Prescription: Customised exercises to reduce pain, facilitate your recovery, and build strength to prevent recurrence.
- Acupuncture/Dry Needling: These techniques may be used to enhance pain relief and promote healing.
- Lifestyle Modifications: Strategies to address lifestyle factors contributing to your pain, such as improving sleep quality and managing diet.
We are dedicated to supporting you throughout your recovery, providing ongoing advice and adjustments to your treatment plan as needed to ensure the best possible outcome.
How We Can Help
At our clinic, we provide a comprehensive approach to treating sciatica, combining education, exercise, and manual therapies. Our goal is to help you recover quickly and prevent future episodes.
After a thorough case history and examination, we can help determine the causes of your sciatica and ensure you get the right advice and approach. Our treatment plan may include:
- Manual Therapy: Techniques such as joint manipulation, muscular techniques on surrounding muscles, and flexion-distraction to reduce pressure on the nerves and provide pain relief.
Call the clinic on 01476 501301 to book an appointment. Alternatively you can book online here
