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Sciatica

​How We Treat Sciatica

At our clinic, we offer a comprehensive approach to treating sciatica, combining evidence-based physiotherapy interventions with specialized treatments:1. Physiotherapy InterventionsOur treatment plans typically include a combination of pain relief techniques, stretching, strengthening exercises, and posture/movement re-education. These interventions aim to reduce symptoms, restore function, and prevent re-injury.2. Spinal TractionSpinal traction can help decompress the spine, potentially relieving pressure on the affected nerve roots.3. Joint MobilizationManual therapy techniques, including joint mobilization, can help improve spinal mobility and reduce pain.4. Acupuncture and ElectroacupunctureThere is good evidence supporting the use of acupuncture for sciatica. These techniques can help with pain relief, reduce muscle spasm, improve blood circulation, and regulate the nervous system.

 

Conclusion

Sciatica can be a challenging condition, but with the right approach, most cases can be effectively managed. Our clinic combines traditional physiotherapy techniques with specialized treatments like spinal traction and acupuncture to provide comprehensive care for our patients with sciatica.If you're experiencing symptoms of sciatica, don't hesitate to seek professional help. Early intervention can lead to faster recovery and prevent the condition from becoming chronic.

Sciatica / Spinal, leg pain

Sciatica / Leg Pain

Sciatica is a common condition that affects many women between the ages of 30 and 50. It can cause significant discomfort and interfere with daily activities. This article will explore what sciatica is, important considerations, and how we treat it at our clinic.

What is Sciatica?

Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, which branches from your lower back through your hips and buttocks and down each leg. Typically, sciatica affects only one side of the body. The pain can range from mild to severe and is often described as sharp, burning, or shooting pain that extends from the lower back down the leg.Common symptoms of sciatica include:

  • Moderate to severe pain in the lower back, buttock, and down the leg

  • Burning or shooting pain in the leg

  • Weakness in the affected leg or foot

  • Pain that worsens with sitting or bending

  • Numbness or tingling sensations in the legs, toes, or feet

 

Important Considerations

While sciatica is often caused by a herniated disc or spinal stenosis, there are other conditions we must consider when evaluating leg pain:Cauda Equina Syndrome: This rare but serious condition requires immediate medical attention. Symptoms include severe bilateral leg weakness, numbness in the groin area, and loss of bladder or bowel function.Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: This condition, more common in older patients, can cause similar symptoms to sciatica.Spondylolisthesis: A misalignment of vertebrae can result in sciatic symptoms.Spinal or Paraspinal Masses: In rare cases, tumors, hematomas, or abscesses can cause sciatica-like symptoms.

 

References:

  1. Complete Physio. (n.d.). Sciatica.

  2. Dahm, K. T., et al. (2010). Advice to rest in bed versus advice to stay active for acute low-back pain and sciatica. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews.

  3. Luijsterburg, P. A., et al. (2007). Effectiveness of conservative treatments for the lumbosacral radicular syndrome: a systematic review. European Spine Journal.

  4. Ropper, A. H., & Zafonte, R. D. (2015). Sciatica. New England Journal of Medicine.

  5. Fritz, J. M., et al. (2011). Is there a subgroup of patients with low back pain likely to benefit from mechanical traction? Results of a randomized clinical trial and subgrouping analysis. Spine.

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