Lower Back Pain and Sciatica
Low Back pain and Sciatica Treatment
We know what it is like to experience the discomfort associated with lower back pain and sciatica. In fact, some of our practitioners have personal real-life experience of it themselves.
The struggle of moving in bed, getting disturbed and broken sleep when the pain wakes you up at night. Finally, getting up in the morning and wonder, how on earth am I going to put my socks on?
Do you want to see someone who understands what you are going through?
You are in the right place.
Our Osteopaths regularly assess, manage and treat lower back pain and sciatica. In fact, these complaints are one of the most common reasons why people come to see us.
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Do I have sciatica?
We get asked this question a lot!
Or people come and say they have it (self-diagnosed) and they usually don’t.
Learn all about sciatica, what it is, how it is caused, and most importantly what you can do about it right now!
Don’t let back pain stop you
Is back pain stopping you from working, sleeping, fun activities, or simply enjoying life?
It doesn’t have to be this way.
Experience a high level of care who get people with back pain and sciatica back on their feet and back to the activities you enjoy.
It is important to note, you are not alone, up to 80% of people experience back pain during their lives.
Most causes are due to common complaints that we can treat.
Disc bulges, protrusions, and nerve impingement are more common than what many people think.
Our practitioners have experience in the treatment and management of these specific conditions.
In-depth consultations
A consultation involves discussing your current complaint and obtaining your medical history.
Detailed assessment is performed, involving performing movements and observing posture.
Further in-depth testing may be appropriate in some circumstances.
This may include tests such as an abdominal examination, or checking for signs of nerve impingement, such as reflex testing.
A diagnosis of your back pain will be discussed and an appropriate individualized action plan will be tailored to your needs.
We formulate a clear individualized plan
We will deliver a personalized specific treatment plan to clearly communicate what’s wrong.
Following on, we will discuss how long we anticipate for recovery and what else can be done to help.
This may include advice on exercises, dietary or lifestyle factors that may make an impact.
Treatment involves using a variety of hands-on techniques.
The best approach will vary depending on your age, health status, and specific issue.
The approach used may vary at different appointments. This will be according to your individual needs and your response to previous treatment.
It’s important to establish a diagnosis
Sciatica is a common term used by the community to describe their pain.
It is actually a symptom, but there are many causes.
It is therefore important we establish a diagnosis before we treat you.
Research supports the use of Osteopathy for the treatment of low back pain. This approach is becoming more accepted and well known in the wider medical community.
Investigations and referrals
Osteopaths understand and can identify more serious causes of back pain.
In some circumstances, you may need specialist care and we undergo ongoing training to differentiate what type of care you need.
In a small number of circumstances, we refer for investigations, such asn an x-ray, MRI, or another healthcare provider.
Please contact us if you require further information or would like to make an appointment.
Schae Harrison (Osteopath) has a special interest in helping lower back and sciatica pain sufferers back to health.
