
SCIATIC PAIN
Sciatic Pain Treatment
Sciatic pain, or sciatica, occurs when the sciatic nerve is irritated or compressed, often causing sharp, burning pain that radiates from the lower back down the leg. Physiotherapy helps relieve pressure on the nerve, reduce pain, and restore mobility so you can return to normal activities.
What to Expect in Physiotherapy
Your physiotherapist will assess your spine, hip, and leg movement to identify the source of nerve irritation. Treatment may include manual therapy, nerve gliding techniques, core strengthening, postural correction, and stretches to relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve. Education and home exercises are also key parts of long-term recovery.
Common Causes of Sciatic Pain Treated
Herniated or bulging discs
Piriformis syndrome
Lumbar spinal stenosis
Degenerative disc disease
Spondylolisthesis
Postural imbalances
Nerve root compression
Pregnancy-related sciatica
Muscular tightness causing nerve impingement