Sciatica is a condition that arises from irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down through the legs. Symptoms often include sharp pain, tingling, or numbness along the nerve's path, typically affecting one side of the body. The pain may be exacerbated by sitting, standing, or certain movements. Sciatica can result from herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or other spinal conditions.

Piriformis syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscle, located in the glutes and compresses the sciatic nerve. Symptoms can mirror those of sciatica, including pain, tingling, or numbness in the buttocks and down the leg. The condition is often caused by muscle tightness or spasms, which can result from factors such as prolonged sitting, overuse, or injury.

What can we do?

Massage therapy and kinesiology can be beneficial treatments for piriformis syndrome and sciatica, conditions that often cause pain and discomfort radiating from the lower back down the leg. Through targeted massage techniques, tightness in the piriformis muscle can be alleviated, reducing pressure on the sciatic nerve and promoting improved blood circulation in the affected area.

In the early stages of treatment, gentle massage techniques, combined with stretching exercises, can help ease muscle tension and enhance mobility. As the condition progresses, deeper techniques such as deep tissue massage and myofascial release may be utilized to specifically address tightness and restore normal function to the hip and lower back.

Kinesiology, which focuses on body mechanics, can serve to complement massage therapy by designing individualized exercise regimens that strengthen and stabilize the muscles surrounding the hip region. These exercises can assist in improving overall posture and biomechanics, which are essential to preventing recurrence.

Combining massage therapy and kinesiology provides a holistic approach to managing piriformis syndrome and sciatica, aiming for effective pain relief and a return to pain-free movement.

FAQ’s

How to book a piriformis syndrome specific treatment?

You can book in as a regular therapeutic massage or/ and a kinesiology treatment and tell us about your symptoms and we can use the modalities that will best help you.

Do you offer direct billing?

Yes we direct bill for Massage and Kinesiology to all major insurance companies.

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