🔴 Sciatica Pain Relief for Women in Balgowlah.

Get Lasting Relief — Not Just a Quick Fix

Struggling with sharp pain running from your back down your leg?
You’re not alone.

Sciatica pain affects over 18,000 Australians each month.

Many women experience this pain differently due to factors like hormonal fluctuations, pelvic anatomy, and musculoskeletal patterns.

That’s why we believe your treatment shouldn’t be generic, accounting for the realities that women face.

✅ Health Insurance Covered!

We accept Medicare and most major private health insurers at all our clinics.

Your physiotherapy session may be covered by any of the following:

✅ Medicare

✅ Medibank

✅ ahm (by Medibank)

✅ HCF

✅ nib

✅ Bupa

✅ GU Health

Most providers also support on-the-spot claiming for physiotherapy, exercise physiology, and remedial massage.

In such instances, you can get your rebate instantly after your appointment.

⭐ NDIS, Accredited, & Highly Rated

You’re in experienced hands—we’re proudly accredited with:

✅ NDIS
✅ NSW WorkCover
✅ Department of Veterans’ Affairs

Getting the right care shouldn’t be complicated.

We make it easy to start your recovery with confidence.

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💚 What Causes Sciatica Pain?

Sciatica pain occurs when the sciatic nerve — the longest nerve in your body — becomes compressed or irritated.

You might feel:

🔸 Lower back pain

🔸 Numbness, tingling, or burning in the leg

🔸 Shooting pain while sitting or standing

🔸 Discomfort that worsens

🔹 What are the top causes?

🔹 Herniated or slipped disc

🔹 Poor posture or prolonged sitting

🔹 Pregnancy-related pelvic changes

🔹 Muscle tightness or weakness (like piriformis syndrome)

🔹 Spinal arthritis or wear and tear with age

🔴 Sciatica Pain Affects Women Differently.

Sciatica doesn’t affect everyone the same way. This is especially true for women.

Hormonal shifts, pelvic structure, and a higher likelihood of developing piriformis syndrome make women more prone to nerve-related pain.

Nerve-related pain and other medical concerns of women are often misunderstood or misdiagnosed.

Studies show that women report greater pain sensitivity and longer-lasting symptoms than men.

And during key life stages—like perimenopause or post-childbirth—fluctuating hormones and muscle imbalances can intensify sciatic nerve irritation.

💡 Relief for Women with Sciatica Pain

Addressing sciatica in women requires more than a one-size-fits-all fix.

Solutions must take into account the unique biomechanical and hormonal landscape that affects women throughout life.

That’s why the most effective approach uses methods like…

💪 1. Nerve-Friendly Movement Therapy

Low-compression exercises that support pelvic and hip stability to reduce sciatic nerve tension.

💪 2. Pelvic-Aware Strengthening

Training programs designed to restore support from muscles affected by childbirth, sedentary habits, or aging.

💪 3. Manual Release for Sensitive Nerves

Soft-tissue techniques that target deep-seated muscle knots (like piriformis tension) without triggering flare-ups.

💪 4. Posture Reset for Long-Term Relief

Sustainable adjustments that work with women’s posture patterns and daily roles—like lifting children or working at a desk.

🩺 All-Women Physios, Specialised in Women's Health

Our clinic is built around this very principle — that women need and deserve sciatica care tailored to their bodies and their lifestyles.

✅ Our practice is composed of all-women physiotherapists, trained specifically in women’s health physiotherapy and pain patterns

✅ One-on-one plans built around your symptoms, your stage of life, and your long-term health goal

✅ A calm, professional space where you feel seen, heard, and guided—not rushed or sent home with generic advice

It’s how we’ve helped hundreds of women regain movement, calm their nerves, and reclaim their lives from sciatica pain.

💪 Treatments We Use for Sciatica Pain

Physiotherapy (for Women)
For nerve and lower back relief, designed around women’s bodies and movement patterns

Manual therapy
To ease muscle tension while respecting hormonal shifts and soft tissue sensitivities

Targeted exercise programs
To strengthen your core and hips, particularly muscles impacted by posture, childbirth, or inactivity

Dry needling
To release stubborn tension in deeper muscle layers while avoiding flare-ups common in women with high nerve sensitivity

Postural retraining & exercises
To reduce sciatic nerve pressure and teach sustainable daily movement strategies that fit women’s routines

Each technique is adapted to your body, stage of life, and pain experience.

Our Physio Session Is Built Around Women.

All for $140 AUD, your Initial Physiotherapy Session includes everything you need to begin meaningful, targeted relief from sciatica:

✓ Comprehensive Consultation

We take time to understand how sciatica shows up in your body — from posture and pelvic alignment to hormonal influences and daily strain.

✓ Hands-On Physio (20–25 mins)

Your care is built around your life stage and physical needs — whether you’re returning to movement, managing stress-related tension, or recovering post-childbirth.

✓ Tailored Treatment Plan

Relieves pressure on the sciatic nerve while easing muscle tightness common in women, especially in the hips, glutes, and lower back.

✓ Rehab Exercise Video Instructions at Home

Gentle, guided video routines you can actually do — at home, at your pace, with clarity and confidence.

✅ All for $140 AUD — No hidden fees.

Follow-up sessions are discounted at $120 AUD. If your progress slows or shifts, we reassess and fine-tune your care plan to keep it working for you.

🌸We Are Women's Physios

♀️ Care by women, for women.
We’re an all-women clinic in Balgowlah, experienced in musculoskeletal therapy and women’s health care.

🧘‍♀️ Whether it’s back pain, postnatal discomfort, or general body aches

👩‍⚕️ We treat the underlying causes, not just the symptoms.

🧡 Our tailored, hands-on care helps ease pain, improve movement, and support long-term recovery.

Meet DX Physio's Physiotherapists

Deman Xia

Women’s Health Physiotherapy

Wendi Jin

Senior
Physiotherapist

Joey Kwan

Senior
Physiotherapist

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Nicole

Senior
Physiotherapist

⭐ Women in the Northern Beaches trust us in their recovery.

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“DX PHYSIO is the best physio clinic I have ever been. The physio fixed my chronic back pain and helped me understand my back injury.
 
Now I have completely recovered and know how to manage my back in the long term. This rehab saved me from having spinal surgery.
 
Highly recommend DX PHYSIO to people living in Balgowlah, Fairlight, and Seaforth.”
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“Deman helped me with my bulging discs in the lower back.
 
She is very knowledgeable and comprehensive.
 
DX PHYSIO not just fixed my back pain but also taught me how to prevent from back injuries in the future, which I strongly believe will benefit me for my whole life and career.
 
Much appreciate it.”
-Dillon Yu
 
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“Deman and Wendy are very experienced and knowledgeable to help me settle my prolonged symptoms of sciatica.
 
Only after two visits, the painful sensation around my foot was diminished.
 
Nice and comfortable consultation room and easy for parking!”
-Stephanie Xu
 
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“DX PHYSIO Balgowlah fixed my neck pain and back pain.
 
They [are] very professional and knowledgeable.
 
They also used shockwave therapy to fix my tennis elbow.
 
Highly recommend to everyone”
-Chuyi Wang

📍Where are we?

📍 Our Address:
Dx Physio (Balgowlah)
3/398 Sydney Rd, Balgowlah,
NSW 2093

📍 Close to:
Stockland Balgowlah
Balgowlah Centre
Balgowlah Village Shopping Centre

🚶‍♂️Our patients come from:

📍 Balgowlah Heights
📍 North Balgowlah
📍 Manly Vale
📍 Fairlight
📍 Seaforth
📍 North Manly
📍 Manly
📍 Freshwater

⏳ Don’t Wait Too Long —
Nerve Pain Can Escalate

Sciatica pain isn’t just uncomfortable — if left untreated, it can lead to:

❗ Persistent lower back and leg pain

❗ Ongoing nerve irritation or damage

❗ More sessions needed to recover later

Starting treatment early often means faster relief, fewer appointments, and less disruption to your daily life.

💡 The sooner we begin, the more we can help — while your symptoms are still manageable.

🩺 Book your first comprehensive session now — just $140 AUD for full consultation, hands-on therapy, and a tailored recovery plan.

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Initial Physiotherapy Session below includes all the following:

✓ Comprehensive Consultation

✓ Tailored Treatment Plan

✓ Hands-On Physio (20–25 mins)

✓ Personalised Rehab Program

✓ Rehab Exercise Video Instructions at Home

✅ All for 140 AUD

No hidden fees.

🟢 Book Now. Pay Later.

📍 You can visit us at:
Dx Physio (Balgowlah), 3/398, Sydney Rd, Balgowlah, NSW 2093

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📍 Exact Address:
Dx Physio (Balgowlah)
3/398 Sydney Rd, Balgowlah,
NSW 2093

Deman Xia

Women’s Health Physiotherapy

Deman is a physiotherapist specialising in women’s health,  sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions. Throughout her journey, Deman acquired experience working with a variety of patients nation-wide and internationally. 

Deman has a special interest in helping women recover from pregnancy and childbirth, and is dedicated to providing comprehensive care throughout the perinatal period. She also has extensive experience in treating a range of pelvic health conditions, including pelvic pain, incontinence, and prolapse related to pregnancy and menopause. In addition to her clinical work, Deman is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in women’s health physiotherapy. She regularly attends conferences and workshops and collaborates with other healthcare professionals to ensure that her clients receive the most comprehensive and effective care possible.

Academic Background:

  • 2015 Bachelor of Rehabilitation
  • 2018 Master of Physiotherapy-USYD
  • WHTA Introductory Course (Women’s Health Training Associates)
  • APPI Mat Pilates Training
  • Polestar Reformer Training
  • Diastasis and the Abdominal Wall Training
  • Women’s Health mentor program
  • Dry needling Introductory Course CPD Health Courses
Wendi Jin

Women’s Health Physiotherapy

Wendi completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree with first-class honours at the University of Sydney. She has specialised expertise in musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, orthopaedic surgeries and chronic pain. Wendi believes in a patient-centred and evidence-based approach in order to attain optimal results for her patient’s specific needs and goals. She is passionate about getting you back on the right track, whether that be excelling on the sporting field or doing what you love.

Wendi also has a particular interest in Women’s Health Physiotherapy, which involves managing conditions related to pelvic health, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery.

In her spare time, Wendi loves hiking, exploring new landscapes, discovering hidden gems, and enjoying scenic views. Wendi also won numerous titles in national and local badminton tournaments

Academic Background:
 
  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy (1st Class Honours) – University of Sydney
  • Completion of Introductory Women’s Health Physiotherapy Level 1
  • Completion of Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Level 1 – Part A
  • Completion of Women’s Health Through the Life Stages Physiotherapy Level 1 – Part A
  • Member of APA(Australian Physiotherapy Association)
  • Dry needling Introductory Course CPD Health Courses
Joey Kwan

Women’s Health Physiotherapy

Joey graduated from the University of Sydney in 2018, with a Master of Physiotherapy degree. Throughout her professional journey, she has worn various hats as a dedicated and skilled physiotherapist.

Her expertise lies in dealing with musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries within private practice. Joey holds a special interest in the treatment of neck pain and TMJ dysfunction. Her diverse experiences in different care settings have equipped her with a keen eye for delivering prioritized care, overseeing group care, administering rehabilitation exercises, and providing educational interventions for optimal recovery across all age groups.

Joey’s professional history includes extensive work within the NDIS, where she collaborated with patients facing neurological and physical disabilities. Her contributions within a large multi-disciplinary team highlight her commitment to providing comprehensive care.

Academic Background:

  • 2015 Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences – University of Queensland
  • 2018 Master of Physiotherapy – University of Sydney
  • 2019 Certificate of Dry Needling 2019
  • 2019 Certificate of Lyn Watson Level 1 Shoulder Course
  • 2019 Certificate of RockTape 1: Kinesiology Taping Course
  • 2020 Certificate of TMJ, C-Spine & Intro to Cranial Techniques
  • 2021 Certificate of Cervicogenic Headache and the Role of Cervical (C1-3) Afferents in Primary Headache
  • 2021 Completion of Introductory Women’s Health Physiotherapy Level 1
  • 2022 Completion of Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Level 1 – Part A
  • 2023 Completion of Sports Physiotherapy Level 1 2023
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Nicole

Senior Physiotherapist

Nicole is a highly skilled physiotherapist with a Doctor of Physiotherapy degree from Macquarie University. She is passionate about promoting long-term health, injury prevention, and rehabilitation, with a particular interest in women’s health and musculoskeletal care.

Taking a holistic, evidence-based approach, Nicole tailors treatment plans to address each patient’s unique needs, combining hands-on therapy, movement-based rehabilitation, shockwave therapy and education to support long-term recovery. She incorporates Reformer Pilates into her practice to help patients build strength, improve mobility, and restore function. Whether guiding women through pre- and postnatal care, assisting in injury recovery, or optimizing athletic performance, Nicole is dedicated to empowering her patients to feel their best.

Outside of work, she enjoys staying active at the gym, cooking, and reading.

Qualifications & Professional Development

  • Doctor of Physiotherapy – Macquarie University
  • Bachelor of Human Science with a Major in Human Movement
  • Level 1 Sports Trainer – Sports Medicine Australia (SMA)
  • Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA)