Sciatica & Back Pain Treatment in Stockport
Expert Osteopathic Care for Lasting Relief
Back pain and sciatica can be life-limiting, affecting your sleep, movement, mood, and ability to work or care for loved ones. At Osteo & Spinal, based at The Mailbox in central Stockport, we help people of all ages find long-term relief from lower back and nerve-related pain using gentle, hands-on osteopathic treatment.
Whether your pain is recent or long-standing, our expert team is here to help you feel better, move better, and get back to doing what you love.
Why Choose Osteo & Spinal for Back Pain & Sciatica?
- Specialist osteopathic clinic conveniently located in Stockport town centre
- Experienced, registered osteopath
- Evidence-based treatment plan tailored to your condition and goals
- Trusted by hundreds of patients across Greater Manchester. See our 5-star reviews
Osteo & Spinal
Conditions We Commonly Treat
We see many patients with pain stemming from the spine, joints, nerves, and soft tissues, including:
- Sciatica (nerve pain down the leg)
- Disc injuries (e.g. bulging or herniated discs)
- Non-specific lower back pain
- Sacroiliac joint (SIJ) dysfunction
- Muscle spasms, tightness, and postural strain
- Pregnancy-related back and pelvic pain
Many of our patients come to us after other treatments have failed. Our holistic, hands-on approach often delivers relief where other therapies fall short.
What Is Sciatica?
Sciatica refers to irritation of the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the body, which runs from your lower back through the hips and buttocks and down each leg.
Common sciatica symptoms include:
- Sharp or shooting pain in the lower back, buttock, or leg
- Numbness, tingling, or “pins and needles” in the leg or foot
- Pain that worsens with sitting, coughing, or bending
- Muscle weakness in the lower limb
Sciatica is often caused by a bulging disc, spinal wear and tear, or pelvic dysfunction, but it can also result from tight muscles compressing the nerve.
Understanding SIJ Dysfunction
Sacroiliac joint (SIJ) dysfunction is a common but often overlooked source of lower back and pelvic pain. Located where your spine meets your pelvis, these joints act as shock absorbers for your upper body.
Symptoms of SIJ dysfunction may include:
- Lower back pain which is typically felt only on one side
- Pain that travels into the hips, buttocks, and groin.
- Sciatic like pain in the buttock and back of the thigh
- Stiffness and lack of mobility in lower back and hips
SIJ pain is particularly common during pregnancy due to hormonal and postural changes.
Osteopathic Treatment for Back Pain & Sciatica
Your care at Osteo & Spinal begins with a thorough consultation, postural assessment, and hands-on examination to identify the root cause of your symptoms.
From there, we tailor your treatment using a combination of:
- Osteopathic techniques – including joint mobilisation, soft tissue work, and spinal manipulation
- Acupuncture – to help relieve muscle tension and pain
- Pregnancy-safe manual therapy – gentle approaches to relieve pelvic and lumbar discomfort
- Exercise & rehab guidance – to support recovery and prevent recurrence
- Lifestyle advice – including posture, activity modifications, and ergonomic tips
Our goal is not just to ease your pain, but to address the underlying cause and help you feel stronger, freer, and more in control of your body.
What the Research Says
- A 2013 osteopathic trial showed substantial improvement in LBP and reduced need for prescription pain relief over 12 weeks.
- NICE and other guidelines recommend exercise, education, and manual therapy as the most effective non-surgical treatments for lower back pain.
- Osteopathic care is safe, cost-effective, and well-suited to both acute and chronic conditions.
What Our Clients Say
I got in touch with osteoandspinal after my second knee surgery as I was concerned about my recovery. After my initial consultation, Mahsa explained the issue and laid out a thorough plan for rehabilitating my knee. Following the recommended exercises and after a few adjustments, I’m already feeling stronger and more confident. I am very pleased with the results and would highly recommend osteoandspinal clinic.
I can’t recommend this place enough! I visited osteoandspinal during my pregnancy when I developed a severe back pain. Mahsa made me feel comfortable and at ease by explaining all aspects of the treatment. Over the next couple of visits, she managed to reduce the pain through adjustments and acupuncture.
Ready To Book?
If you would like to arrange an appointment you can book online by clicking below. Alternatively you can get in touch with us on 07464 637437 or reception@osteoandspinal.co.uk