What is Sciatica?

Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, which branches from the lower back through the hips and down each leg. It is often caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, leading to a range of symptoms and discomfort.

Symptoms of Sciatica:

1. Sharp, shooting pain: Radiating from the lower back through the buttocks and down one leg.
2. Numbness or tingling: Along the sciatic nerve pathway, often extending to the foot.
3. Muscle weakness: Particularly in the leg or foot.
4. Difficulty in standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
5. Burning or searing pain: Often worsened by movements like coughing or sneezing.
6. Lack of reflex control: Such as difficulty in raising the foot when the knee is bent.

We use a variety of treatment options to solve symptoms of Sciatica, however this all depends on the main issues causing it in the first place. 

We focus on the following area's to establish what is causing the pain, is it spinal compression, is it joint compression, is it internal inflammation, is it muscular inflammation or is it purely joint impingement due to structural issues.  

Once we have established this, we use various different methods such as: 

• Spinal Manipulation 
• Acupuncture
• Tens 
• Shockwave therapy 
• Muscular vibration 
• Graston technique
• Cupping 
• Stretch techniques 
• Manual therapy 

With a range of techniques, the treatment plans will utilize what works most effectively for you. as we progress.