Simply Body-fixing

20/06/2026

Sciatica isn't just back pain... it can affect every part of your day. ⚡

Pain shooting down the leg. Numbness or tingling. Difficulty sitting for long periods. Discomfort when walking, bending, or even sleeping.

Sports Therapy can help by identifying the source of the problem, reducing muscle tension, improving mobility, and providing exercises to help take pressure off irritated nerves.

The sooner you address the issue, the better the chance of preventing it from becoming a long-term problem.

You don't have to just "put up with it."

📩 Message me to find out how Sports Therapy may help you get back to moving comfortably.

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20/06/2026

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Muscle isn’t just about how you look — it’s one of the biggest investments you can make in your future health. 💪

Strength, movement, balance and independence all benefit from keeping muscle active over time. Small, consistent habits now can make a big difference later.

Move more. Stay strong. Keep making deposits. ✨

19/06/2026

19/06/2026

Before, after sunshine 5k bit warm but a nice run. Plus the added bonus of a PB 😊 according to watch. Just gotta wait for real results

19/06/2026

🟣 Sacral Dermatomes — Understanding Nerve Root Sensory Distribution

This image illustrates the sacral dermatomes, which are areas of skin supplied by the sacral spinal nerve roots (S1–S5). Dermatomes help clinicians identify which spinal nerve may be irritated or compressed based on patterns of pain, numbness, or altered sensation.

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🟣 What Are Dermatomes?

🔹 A dermatome is a specific skin region supplied by one spinal nerve root.
➟ Each spinal nerve sends sensory information from a predictable area of the body to the spinal cord.

🔹 Sacral dermatomes mainly supply:
➟ Buttocks
➟ Posterior thighs
➟ Lower legs
➟ Feet
➟ Perineal and pelvic regions

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🟣 Sacral Nerve Root Areas

🔹 S1 Dermatome
➟ Outer foot, heel, and posterior lower leg.

🔹 S2 Dermatome
➟ Back of the thigh and upper calf.

🔹 S3 Dermatome
➟ Inner buttock and upper posterior thigh region.

🔹 S4–S5 Dermatomes
➟ Perianal and saddle region around the pelvis and a**s.

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🟣 Why Dermatomes Are Clinically Important

🔹 Dermatomal patterns help localize nerve root problems.
➟ Symptoms in a specific skin area may indicate irritation of a corresponding spinal nerve.

🔹 Common causes include:
➟ Lumbar disc herniation
➟ Sciatica
➟ Spinal stenosis
➟ Nerve root compression
➟ Cauda equina syndrome
➟ Sacral nerve injury

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🟣 Common Signs & Symptoms

🔹 Numbness or tingling
🔹 Burning pain
🔹 Altered sensation
🔹 Weakness in the legs or feet
🔹 Radiating sciatic pain
🔹 Saddle anesthesia in severe cases

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🟣 Important Red Flag Symptoms

🚨 Loss of bladder or bowel control
🚨 Saddle numbness
🚨 Progressive leg weakness
🚨 Severe bilateral leg symptoms

➟ These may indicate Cauda Equina Syndrome, a medical emergency requiring urgent assessment.

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🟣 Clinical Uses of Dermatome Testing

🔹 Neurological examination
🔹 Spine and nerve assessment
🔹 Diagnosing radiculopathy
🔹 Surgical planning
🔹 Monitoring nerve recovery

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🟣 Management Depends on the Cause

🔹 Physiotherapy
🔹 Anti-inflammatory treatment
🔹 Nerve decompression strategies
🔹 Postural rehabilitation
🔹 Exercise therapy
🔹 Surgery in severe compression cases

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⭐ Medical Disclaimer

This educational content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.

18/06/2026

👋 Welcome to all my new followers!

Hi, I'm Alison, a qualified Sports Therapist with a Bachelor's Degree in Sports Therapy.

I help people reduce pain, improve movement, and get back to doing the things they enjoy. Whether you're struggling with back pain, sciatica, neck pain, shoulder problems, sports injuries, aches and pains from work, or just feeling stiff and restricted, I'm here to help.

My treatments are tailored to each individual and may include sports massage, deep tissue therapy, acupuncture, cupping, rehabilitation exercises, and compression boots.

You don't have to be sporty to benefit from Sports Therapy! Many of my clients are everyday people looking to move better, feel better, and live with less pain.

Feel free to introduce yourself in the comments or send me a message if you have any questions about how I can help.

Thanks for following my page and supporting my small business – I look forward to helping more people in the community! 😊

📍Washington 📩 Message me to book or ask any questions.

17/06/2026

How much of your life are you changing because of shoulder pain? 🤔

Sleeping on one side. Struggling to reach overhead. Pain when driving. Avoiding the gym. Constant aches at work.

Many people think shoulder pain is just something they have to live with, but often the problem can be improved with the right assessment and treatment.

Sports Therapy isn't just about massage. It's about identifying the cause of the pain, reducing symptoms, improving movement, and helping you get back to doing the things you enjoy.

Don't let shoulder pain become your "normal."

📩 Message me to see how Sports Therapy could help. 💪

Book at Simply Body-fixing - Tyne and wear . Check available dates, current price list, and easily schedule your appointment online with SumUp Bookings.

17/06/2026

Anybody else? 🤣🤣