31 Jul Can Spinal Decompression Help with Sciatica Pain?
Sciatica pain is one of those ailments that can completely devastate your day, making not just work but most other activities as well intolerable. If you are looking for a non-invasive, medication-free method of relief, spinal decompression therapy may be the answer. At Etobicoke SportMed& Physiotherapy, we focus on evidence-based treatments to help you cope with your sciatica symptoms – whether through non-surgical spinal decompression or other strategies.
What Is Sciatica?
Sciatica is a pain that starts in the lower back and shoots down the legs. More commonly, a herniated disc would be the etiology (stiffness) that is impinging upon or compressing the sciatic nerve.
Common symptoms include:
- Lower Back Pain: Sharp or Shooting
- Leg pain or paresthesia (crawling, tingling feeling)
- Numbness or weakness in your leg or foot
- Pain when sitting or coughing/sneezing
How Spinal Decompression Therapy Works
Spinal decompression therapy is a non-invasive procedure that stretches the spine to alleviate pressure on the spinal discs and nerves. This therapy creates a negative pressure in the disks using a unique decompression table.
- Restore herniated or bulging discs
- Increased circulation and nutrients to injured discs
- Lessen the pressure on the sciatic nerves pressure
Why It’s Effective for Sciatica
One of the most common causes of sciatica is disc-related, as in a herniated disc that puts direct pressure on one or several roots from the sciatic nerve. Spinal decompression can reduce or even eliminate sciatic pain by relieving this pressure.
This is what we will focus on at Etobicoke SportMed& Physiotherapy: rectifying the root of your pain rather than just suppressing it. Many patients report:
- Decreased pain and inflammation
- Improved mobility and posture
- Relief with no long-term surgery or medications
What to Expect During Treatment
Sessions have a duration of about 20–30 minutes each. You lie on a motorized table in comfort, and the therapist adjusts the settings slowly based on your condition. Typical treatment plans include several sessions over several weeks, in response to your diagnosis and its course.
Our team will also take you through additional therapies like physiotherapy exercises, manual therapy, and lifestyle interventions, which are likely to enhance your recovery.
Is Spinal Decompression Right for You?
What is Spinal Decompression for Sciatica and Who Can This Help?
- Have failed conventional therapy
- Avoid surgery and pain medications.
- Suffer from herniated discs, spinal stenosis or degenerative disc disease
This isn’t for everyone, but it is an excellent example of the kind of innovation we are seeing with lunch street food. People with conditions like fractures, spinal fusion or severe osteoporosis may be disqualified. Please book an appointment at our Etobicoke clinic for a complete assessment to discuss the best course of action for you.
Book Your Assessment in Etobicoke
Suppose you have sciatica anxiety, fear not! Spinal decompression therapy at Etobicoke SportMed& Physiotherapy could be the answer. Contact us to schedule a thorough assessment and see if you qualify for this gentle, non-invasive treatment.
It is our job to help you and get rid of the pain which made you unable.