Osteopathy Treatment for Sciatica in Manchester

 

Help for Sciatic Pain: Osteopathic Treatment in West Didsbury to Restore a Pain-Free Life

Integrating Osteopathy and Chiropractic Techniques for Effective Relief and Management of Sciatica Pain.

Sciatica is a nerve pain that is felt in the back or buttock that radiates down the leg below the knee into the foot and toes in the distribution of the sciatic nerve. Symptoms can also include tingling or numbness and loss of muscle strength in the same leg. It is often caused by compression of the sciatic nerve in the lower back, or via inflammation of the sciatica nerve due to injury.

Osteopathy is a proven and effective treatment option for help with the causes of sciatica as well as relief from the symptoms associated with sciatica. And we can educate you on how to best manage your symptoms and prevent sciatic nerve pain from re-occuring.

If you want an expert diagnosis, and hands on treatment, without long NHS waiting times, then Holland Osteopathy is for you.

An Osteopathic appointment can involve the following:

Detailed Assessment:

  • Thorough examination of your medical history.

  • Active and passive musculoskeletal testing.

  • Specialised tests like a neurological exam, to determine the extent of injury to the sciatic nerve.

Personalised Treatment Plan:

  • Expert Osteopath and Chiropractor manipulation techniques.

  • Targeted massage and acupuncture for affected areas and connecting structures.

Tailored Physio Rehab Plan:

  • Customised rehabilitation plan addressing your specific needs.

Book in below to schedule your back pain treatment and regain control over your well-being.

 
 

What is sciatica?

Sciatica describes radiating leg pain caused by inflammation or compression of the lumbosacral nerve roots (L4–S3) forming the sciatic nerve. It is often a condition of something else.

Being in pain for prolonged periods of time can severely impact your mental health and threaten your quality of life. If you or someone you know are struggling with sciatica, book your appointment today.

  • A herniated intervertebral disc (aka disc bulge) — in about 90% of cases.

    Spondylosis (arthritis of the spine) + spinal narrowing.

    Shortened/tight muscles such as the Piriformis (often another symptom).

    Spondylolisthesis.

    Inflammation of the sciatic nerve due to injury.

  • Diagnosis of the actual cause of your sciatica is the first step to recovery.
    Following this, osteopathic treatment is great for reducing the symptoms of sciatica, and improving the overall function of the body.
    Most importantly, your osteopath can educate you on what will relieve and aggravate your symptoms to enable you to manage this pain day to day.

Osteopathy for sciatica