Sciatica Treatment Derby

We help people to reduce pain from sciatica and improve daily living.

Sciatica is a generic term for irritation of the sciatic nerve. There are many different causes of sciatica, including back pain, disc herniations, pregnancy and buttock pain, to name a few. It typically causes nerve pain (sharp, shooting pain) down the back or side of one leg and may also present with symptoms such as, pins and needles or numbness, and possibly muscle weakness. You may hear the term ‘trapped nerve’ which in most cases is technically incorrect, as often the nerve is just a little irritated. This is very common and often not anything to worry about. However, if you do have these symptoms, particularly if they are worsening, we would recommend an assessment from one of our physiotherapists.

We are experts in helping people with back pain and sciatica. It is the most common condition that we treat. All of our therapists are trained by Katie, the clinical lead, who presented her research at the British Spine Conference in 2021.

Understanding Sciatica

Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve, running from your lower back down each leg, is irritated or compressed. This can lead to the following:

Sharp, shooting pain
Numbness
Tingling, or muscle weakness along the nerve’s path, most commonly on one side

Causes of sciatica vary widely and include herniated discs, spinal stenosis, pregnancy, or tight muscles in the buttocks. While sciatica can be painful and disruptive, it often improves with the right combination of treatment and self-care. Early assessment and tailored physiotherapy can help reduce symptoms, improve mobility, and prevent future flare-ups.

Why People in Derby Choose Us for Sciatica Treatment

- Expert, CSP & HCPC-registered physiotherapists with advanced spinal knowledge, led and taught by Katie, a specialist who presented at the British Spine Conference.
- Comprehensive assessments to accurately identify the cause of your sciatica and rule out serious concerns.
- Convenient location in Derby with accessible facilities and a welcoming atmosphere.
- Evidence-based techniques combining hands-on therapy, exercise, and education for effective, long-term relief.
Ongoing support and guidance to help prevent future flare-ups and maintain your back health.

The whole team at Moko are friendly, incredibly knowledgeable, and their service is top notch. I’ve been receiving sports massages from Dan Tidmarsh and he has been incredible; he has expert knowledge of physiology and anatomy, is able to pinpoint the exact areas where I need work, and supports me with additional exercises. I always leave feeling much more flexible, looser and ready to face the gym again!

Our whole experience at Moko has been incredible, so professional and the service we have received from Suzie was amazing. The atmosphere was so calm and relaxing. The massage myself and my partner received has eased so much pain, I have already booked in for a second session. Highly recommend.

First of all the clinic is beautiful - you get a real sense of calm when you walk in and it’s a real treat to have somewhere like this in Mickleover. I had a 30 minutes therapeutic massage with Laura. She was fab, with a personality that instantly makes you feel relaxed. She made sure the treatment was tailored to my needs and it was easily one of the best massages I’ve had. I’ll definitely be back!

This place do know and value the importance of customer experience, from the moment I walked in and enquired about the service, all the way through my first assessment appointment. Moko team were very welcoming, smile always on the face, made me feel comfortable. They do listen carefully with attention to details when taking medical history, asking as many questions as possible to get all the relevant information to put a plan in place. All these factors shows how professional and how keen to provide a best customer care to their clients.

Great experience. The building is easy to find in Mickleover and is a lovely space with rooms for private consultation and a larger room for classes. The people were welcoming and there is a friendly and calm atmosphere. The assessment was thorough and not rushed. Recommended exercises arrived promptly, and APP is easy to use. Would fully recommend.

Have loved my sessions so far with Naomi. Everything about my experience with Moko has been first class. They are helping me make huge improvements in my recovery from a broken ankle. I’d definitely recommend the team at Moko and their approach.

Another lovely Clinical Pilates session with Naomi. Feel the benefit the same day!! Helps with general core strengthening and is fun too. Also the Moko Physiotherapy Team are all so welcoming and knowledgeable.

Been going here for a year now for therapeutic sports massage. All the staff are always so welcoming and friendly. The massage rooms are wheelchair accessible which is one of the main reasons for choosing them in the first instance. The massage is spot on and Suzie is amazing at finding any problem areas and releasing pain and tension.