Physiotherapy for Sciatica in Colchester, Essex

At Colchester Physiotherapy, our team is here to offer thorough and personal physiotherapy for sciatica in Colchester. Whether you are a long sufferer of sciatica or have been newly diagnosed with this condition, our physiotherapists provide a range of treatments to help control and manage your pain.

Sciatica is a term used to describe any type of pain, discomfort or symptoms generated from irritation of the sciatic nerve. If you are suffering from pain and discomfort, you may benefit from treatments such as standard physiotherapy, manual therapy, acupuncture or Kinesio taping. For more information about our types of physiotherapy for sciatica, get in touch with our team, or book your appointment today.

Common conditions that we see at this clinic which can cause Sciatica are:

L5/S1 nerve root impingement

L4/L5 nerve root impingement

Piriformis Syndrome

Adverse mechanical tension

Arthritis

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Sciatica Treatment

Sciatica is a pain caused when your sciatic nerve becomes irritated. The sciatic nerve is the longest and largest nerve in the body, beginning in your lower back and running down the back of each leg. Sciatica usually occurs when this nerve is interfered with by a herniated disk, a bone overgrowth or muscle inflammation, which puts pressure on the nerve.

Symptoms may include:

A sharp, burning pain down the back of your leg

Tingling

Numbness

Weakness

Joint Inflammation

We offer a variety of treatments to provide our visitors with choice and total control over their sessions with us. Some of these treatments include:

Physiotherapy, which is used to diagnose the root cause of your sciatica

Manual Therapy, which mobilises and relieves stiffness and pain

Acupuncture, which augments the reduction of sciatica pain

Here at Colchester physiotherapy, we offer a variety of sciatica treatments to reduce pain and increase comfort. If you are looking for any help, please get in touch with our team and we’ll do our best to assist you in your recovery.

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Recommended Treatments We May Offer for Sciatica

Physiotherapy

Manual Therapy

Acupuncture

Exercise Prescription

FAQ's

What is sciatica?

Sciatica is a condition caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, leading to pain, tingling or numbness in the lower back, buttocks and legs.

How do I know if I have sciatica?

Symptoms typically include sharp or burning pain from the lower back down the leg, numbness or weakness in the affected leg.

What causes sciatica?

Common causes include herniated discs, spinal stenosis, muscle spasms or conditions like piriformis syndrome.

What are the best physiotherapy treatments for sciatica?

Treatment depends on the severity of your condition, but here at Colchester Physiotherapy we offer a range of treatments to help reduce your pain. Speak to our team to find the ideal treatment for your sciatica.