Sciatica is a common condition, but that doesn’t make it any less painful or debilitating. Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back and down each leg, is irritated or damaged. This causes pain, numbness, tingling and weakness in the lower back, buttocks or legs.
Although painkillers can help reduce the pain caused by sciatica, they don’t get to the root of the problem. If the cause of sciatica isn’t identified, it can be hard to find the right treatment path to rid the patient of pain and discomfort for good.
Osteopathic medicine is a more holistic approach. Rather than just looking at conditions or symptoms, a doctor of osteopathic medicine looks at the whole patient. This approach yields better recovery outcomes for patients, allowing them to get back to everyday life without the discomfort and pain of sciatica.
When To See An Osteopath For Sciatica?
You should see an osteopath for sciatica as soon as possible if you experience symptoms. Not only can a doctor of osteopathic medicine diagnose what is causing your sciatica, but they can also put an effective treatment plan in place to prevent symptoms returning.
What Can Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Treat
Osteopathy is a practice that focuses on the body’s musculoskeletal and visceral system. By using a range of manual therapy techniques to manipulate joints, muscles, fascia and tissues, the goal of osteopathy is to improve mobility and reduce pain.
Osteopathic manipulative medicine, which uses manual manipulation techniques, as well as massage and exercises, restores balance within the body and promotes good mental and physical well-being.
The gentle yet effective approach of osteopathy means that it’s perfect for treating a range of conditions like neck and back pain, headaches, sports injuries, stress and problems with posture.
Doctor Of Osteopathic Medicine – Meet Our In-Clinic Experts
At Anatomy Rehab, we have a male and female doctor of osteopathic medicine who are both highly trained and skilled in osteopathic manipulative medicine.
Fazia Amrane has over 12 years of experience as a qualified osteopath, starting out in private practice in Switzerland and France.
Familiar with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, Fazia’s knowledge and expertise allows her to treat and manage conditions in patients of all ages.
Thomas Wynn-Jones has nearly two decades of experience working in osteopathic medicine. After qualifying in the UK, Thomas worked in London and Singapore before joining us at Anatomy Rehab.
An expert in the treatment of back and neck pain, Thomas has treated thousands of patients from all walks of life, including office workers, professional athletes, children, teenagers and older people.
Like all of our Dubai Health Authority licensed specialists here at Anatomy Rehab, Fazia and Thomas are committed to delivering patient-centred care through osteopathy to get you back on your feet and back to normal life.
If you’re ready to see an osteopath for sciatica and banish your symptoms once and for all, contact us today to make an appointment.