Sciatica and hip pain rarely show up at a convenient time. Maybe you notice a dull ache after a long day at your desk, or a sharp twinge during your Saturday morning run. Either way, once pain starts hanging around, it can make sitting, sleeping, exercising, and getting through your day more difficult.
If you have been searching for massage therapy in Calgary for sciatica and hip pain, you are not alone. It is a common concern our Registered Massage Therapists hear from patients looking for relief.
Sciatica describes pain that travels along the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back through your hip and down your leg.
It can feel like:
• A dull ache
• Sharp or shooting pain
• Burning or tingling
• Pain that travels down the leg
• Tightness around the hip or buttocks
Long periods of sitting, repetitive movements, exercise, and everyday muscle tension can all contribute to discomfort around the hips and lower back.
The cause matters, though. For some people, sciatica is related to muscle tension. For others, it may be connected to an issue involving the spine.
When muscle tension is contributing to your symptoms, massage therapy can be a helpful part of your care.
Your Registered Massage Therapist may work on areas such as:
• The hip flexors
• Glutes
• Piriformis
• Lower back
The goal is to reduce tension and help you move more comfortably.
Massage therapy may help with:
• Muscle tightness
• Soreness and discomfort
• Mobility
• Everyday movement
However, massage therapy cannot correct every cause of sciatica. If your symptoms are related to a structural issue, such as a herniated disc, you may need additional care.
Our chiropractic care team can assess your symptoms and help determine whether something beyond muscle tension may be contributing to your pain.
Your appointment starts with a conversation about your symptoms, activity level, and goals. Your Registered Massage Therapist will then tailor your treatment to how you are feeling that day. Cūro offers 30-, 45-, 60-, 75-, and 90-minute appointments, so you can choose an option that fits your needs and schedule.
Your session may include:
• Soft tissue techniques
• Myofascial techniques
• Deeper pressure when appropriate
• Gentler techniques if the area is sensitive
It can, particularly when muscle tension is contributing to your symptoms. Massage may help reduce tension and make movement more comfortable.
If your pain is persistent or severe, an assessment can help determine what may be causing it.
There is no single approach that works for everyone. Depending on your symptoms, your therapist may use deep tissue, myofascial, or gentler soft tissue techniques.
Your treatment will be adjusted based on how you are feeling that day.
There is no set number. It depends on how long you have had the pain, what is contributing to it, and how your body responds to treatment.
Some people notice changes after a few appointments, while others benefit from ongoing care.
It depends on what is causing your symptoms. Massage can be helpful when muscle tension is involved, while a chiropractic assessment may be appropriate when there are concerns about the spine.
Some patients choose to combine both as part of their care.
No. You can book directly with one of our Registered Massage Therapists, whether or not you are already a chiropractic patient at Cūro.
Book a Massage Therapy Appointment if sciatica or hip pain is slowing you down, the team at Cūro is here to help.
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