Sciatica
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Sciatica Treatment in Banbury & Middleton Cheney
If you’re dealing with shooting pain down your leg, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to just live with it. Sciatica is one of the most common reasons people come to see us at Chestnut Osteopathic Practice. It happens when the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back down through each leg, becomes irritated or compressed — often due to a disc problem, muscle tightness, or joint restriction in the lower back or pelvis. Our GOsC registered osteopaths have a strong track record of resolving sciatica quickly, getting to the root cause rather than just easing the symptoms.
How We Treat Sciatica
Every case of sciatica is different, which is why we start with a detailed history and a thorough physical assessment — not just of your back, but of how your whole body moves and works together. We want to understand why the nerve is irritated, because the true cause isn’t always where the pain shows up.
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From there, we build a personalised treatment plan that may include:
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Gentle spinal mobilisation to relieve pressure on the nerve
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Soft tissue and myofascial release to ease surrounding muscle tension
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Targeted techniques to improve movement in the lower back, hips, and pelvis
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Practical advice on posture, movement, and stretches to support your recovery between sessions
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Most patients notice meaningful improvement within 3–5 sessions, though this varies depending on how long you’ve had symptoms and their underlying cause.
Signs You Might Have Sciatica
You may be dealing with sciatica if you’re experiencing:
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Shooting or burning pain down one leg, from the buttock toward the foot
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Lower back pain that radiates outward
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Numbness, tingling, or pins and needles in the lower leg or foot
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Pain that worsens with sitting, standing up, or coughing
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Weakness in the lower leg or difficulty moving it comfortably
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If any of this sounds familiar, it’s worth getting assessed properly rather than waiting for it to pass on its own.
Why Choose Chestnut Osteopathic Practice
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With over 40 years of combined experience, our GOsC-registered osteopaths take a hands-on, personal approach — spending real time understanding your history and your goals, not just treating the site of the pain. If you’ve tried physiotherapy or chiropractic care without lasting results, osteopathy offers a different, often more complete approach to resolving the underlying issue.
Curious how we compare to other approaches?
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What to Expect at Your First Appointment
Not sure what your first visit will involve? Read our full guide to your consultation
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What Our Patients Say
“Clear, concise, practical advice given; I felt confident in his ability to help me with my sciatica pain. I would recommend to others in a similar situation.” — L.G
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Ready to Get Moving Again?
Don’t let sciatica hold you back from the things you enjoy. Book your appointment online today and let our team help you get to the root of the problem.
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