Pain We Treat
Sciatica
Melbourne Muscular Therapies
Experiencing an aching, nervy sensation throughout your hips and legs? Burning, tingling, or pins and needles running from your hips to your feet — especially when bending forward or arching your back? That's sciatica.
Sciatica can result from muscular tightness, piriformis syndrome, nerve impingement (disc bulge, facet joint irritation, spinal compression), poor biomechanics, stress, prolonged sitting, or lack of movement. When lower back or glute muscles are tight and dysfunctional, they place added pressure on the sciatic nerve.
With our specialised deep tissue massage we relieve tension by loosening the muscles and preventing pinching and irritation. Massage also helps reduce pain by releasing endorphins. We then strengthen your body, improve your posture, and enhance your biomechanics to decrease the chances of your sciatica returning.
How We Help Your Sciatica!
What Our Clients Say
“I've been to many practitioners and Vanessa is now my only go to.”
Cathy F.
Google Review, Ferntree Gully
“I suffered with chronic lower back pain from a bulging disc and it was preventing me from progressing in my exercise and strength building program. I had tried everything from chiropractic to acupuncture before I was recommended to MMT two years ago. I have since learnt that these guys are the leaders in their field and really understand how my body works. They have not only given me the pain relief that I thought would never happen, they have educated me on how to move correctly and avoid injury.”
Debra V.
Google Review
“Amazing service. Darcy is fantastic with treatments and the lift club. There's a great level of professionalism and he is always ready to give tips and exercises to work on between treatments.”
Ashini Kulatunge
Google Review
“Highly rate these guys; been seeing Darcy for some months now and the remedial work, along with the priceless strength and conditioning exercises he gives, fits in perfectly with the professionally coached triathlon training sessions I have.”
Peter Kendhammer
Google Review
“I had pain in my hip & knees for approximately 6 years before coming to see the guys at MMT. I'd tried all kinds of therapies including Physio & Osteo over the years and never really had results to show for the time and money spent. Not only are the guys here genuine, real and authentic but they're also amazing at what they do. Yes, it hurts sometimes but the relief after is 100% worth it.”
Carissa Bennett
Google Review
“I left feeling so much better after my first visit. The therapy session was designed around me and it was amazing to feel the therapist working on my needs. Would not hesitate in recommending Melbourne Muscular Therapies to anyone. A professional business that is clean, presentable and with friendly staff.”
Zak Sotiropoulos
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Common Questions
FAQ's
Sciatica can recur from disc pathology, facet joint irritation, or spinal compression, but more commonly from pelvic asymmetry, tight glute and hip muscles, and neurological imbalances. Treatment combines Deep Tissue Massage to release compressed tissues, followed by Barefoot Functional Strength Training.
Self-massage of the piriformis, glute medius and minimus, and TFL provides fast relief. Piriformis and glute stretches also help. For persistent symptoms, Deep Tissue Massage and Barefoot Functional Strength Training deliver lasting results.
Ideally weekly, with a minimum monthly frequency recommended to maintain results and prevent tension from accumulating.