Treatment for Sciatica in Bath

Trapped nerves can happen for a number of reasons, including from a disc prolapse ('slipped disc'), tight muscles and facet joint locks. Trapped nerves can be extremely painful, limit movement in certain directions, or just produce tingling or pins & needles. Sometimes what feels like nerve pain can actually be 'referred' pain originating from a joint or muscle and being 'misread' by the brain. All of these symptoms can be relieved with manual therapy.

During your initial appointment, we'll ask you a range of questions and conduct a thorough physical assessment of the problem area. We'll explain the cause of your pain, and a treatment plan will be tailor-made for your diagnosis.

Sciatica and trapped nerves in the neck can be linked to poor posture, a lack of core strength, loss of flexibility and lifestyle factors including being sedentary or spending a lot of time at a desk. We will assess your posture, strength and flexibility, and provide you with a home exercise plan to strengthen you back up. You'll also be given targeted stretches, tips on maintaining a better posture, and suggestions for lifestyle modifications, if needed.

Rarely, Sciatica and disc prolpase can present with Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES), a serious conditon requiring immediate medical attention. You will be carefully screened for this during your assessment, and onward referral to specialists will be made if necessary.

Effective Relief for Sciatica and Trapped Nerves

Causes of Sciatica & Trapped Nerves

• Disc hernation or prolase ('slipped disc') pressing on the exiting nerve roots

• Piriformis syndrome (the Sciatic nerve is trapped in a tight muscle in the buttock area)

• Facet joint lock

• Osteoarthritis

• Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)

• Osteoporosis crush fractures

• Sacroiliac joint problems can mimic sciatica

• Muscles and fascia along the course of the nerve, for example Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Our services

Effective, hands-on physical therapy to improve mobility, reduce pain and boost your body's natural ability to heal itself.

Manual Therapy

Expert help to diagnose and treat all your musculoskeletal problems. An effective combination of hands-on physical therapy, mobilisations and manipulations, with remedial exercises and lifestyle advice to help you get out of pain - and stay that way!

Sports Injury Clinic & Taping

Effective treatment of sports injuries includes finding the root cause of the problem. We'll carry out a whole- body assessment to pinpoint any areas of weakness, creating a tailored treatment and sports rehab plan, to build you back stronger and more resilient than before.

Deep tissue massage has a number of benefits including speeding up recovery time, decreasing muscle soreness and tension, and improving circulation. Sports massage can help prevent injuries such as calf strains by improving flexibility and lymphatic drainage.

Deep Tissue & Sports Massage

Rehabilitation Programs

Joint Mobilisation & Manipulation

Cranial Osteopathy & Epleys

Exercises tailor-made to help you rebuild strength and resilience. Whether you're returning from injury, rebuilding core strength after a period of inactivity, or just wanting to feel your best, a return to full strength is an essential component of fitness.

Cranial osteopathy can be used for the treatment of headaches, migraine prevention, sinus issues, TMJ pain, and to improve lymphatic drainage. Epleys manoeuvre is used to relieve vertigo, dizziness and balance issues associated with an ear condition called BPPV.

Are you suffering with tight, stiff joints and achey muscles? Joint mobilisation and manipulation improves joint mobility and function and decreases pain levels. It is particularly effective for the relief of many knee and hip problems, low back pain and stiff, tight upper backs and shoulders.

What our patients say

"Fantastic treatment from Marianne Carpenter. After 20+ years of pain (including unable to work and ruined holidays) at last my back now feels supple, flexible and pain free. Marianne is experienced, highly qualified and extremely professional" - Adrian S, Corsham

"A good friend recommended that I seek out Marianne for treatment for ongoing neck discomfort. I am so glad that I did! After just a few treatments I am extremely impressed by the results. The treatments are non intrusive, reassuring and highly therapeutic and thoughtful advice for follow up home exercises help to really build on her work. I would have no reservations in recommending" - Candy H, Freshford

"Super treatment from Marianne, I had been suffering severe shoulder pain for 5 years and now it's as good as gone, what a relief, I never thought it would feel this good again" - Stephen B, Bath