From Persistent Back Pain toMoving Forward: Andrew’s Journey

how idd therapy and osteopathy helped an islay groundworker get back to everyday life

Living and working on the Isle of Islay, 53-year-old agricultural groundworker, Andrew Caskie, was used to a physically demanding lifestyle. But when persistent lower back pain began interfering with his work and everyday activities, he knew he needed to find a different approach.

With a physical job and an active life, simply putting up with the problem wasn’t a long-term solution.

A Recommendation Close to Home
Andrew first heard about IDD Therapy through his partner, who had previously undergone treatment at Cram Osteopaths and experienced a positive outcome.

Encouraged by her experience, Andrew made the journey from Islay to Glasgow for an assessment and a further opinion.

Following a detailed consultation, an MRI scan was arranged to establish what was happening in his lower back. The results showed degenerative changes alongside a lumbar disc herniation and nerve root compression.

Combining IDD Therapy and Osteopathy
Andrew began a tailored programme of IDD Therapy, a non-surgical spinal decompression treatment used for certain disc-related conditions, including disc herniations and nerve irritation.

IDD Therapy uses computer-controlled distraction forces to gently target specific levels of the spine, with the aim of reducing pressure on the affected disc and irritated nerve structures.

Throughout his IDD programme, Andrew also received hands-on osteopathic treatment. This formed an important part of his overall treatment plan, allowing the team to monitor his progress, address muscular tension and restriction, and help improve his movement as his symptoms settled.

Getting Back to Everyday Life
Within the first few sessions, Andrew began noticing a significant reduction in his pain. As treatment continued, moving became easier and he was increasingly able to get back to everyday life.

became easier and he was increasingly able to get back to everyday life.

By the end of his programme, Andrew had made huge progress and was managing considerably better than when he first travelled from Islay to see the team.

Jason Bruce, IDD Clinician at Cram Osteopaths, said:

“Andrew had a serious disc problem and a very physical lifestyle. Combining IDD Therapy with hands-on treatment throughout his programme worked really well for him, and it was great to see the progress he made.”

Could We Help With Your Back Pain?

If you are struggling with persistent back pain, sciatica or a confirmed disc problem, contact Cram Osteopaths to discuss the next steps.

cramosteopaths.co.uk
0141 339 0894