Sciatica Treatment at Home — Nerve Pain Physiotherapy in Tricity
Sciatica — pain shooting from the lower back down the leg — is usually caused by a compressed nerve root. Most cases respond very well to structured physiotherapy, without surgery. We treat it at home so you don't have to travel while in pain.
Common Symptoms
- Sharp, burning pain from lower back into buttock and leg
- Numbness or tingling in the leg or foot
- Weakness in the leg — trouble lifting the foot
- Pain worsens with sitting, coughing or bending forward
- Difficulty standing straight or walking long distances
Common Causes
- Herniated / bulging lumbar disc
- Piriformis syndrome (muscle compressing the nerve)
- Spinal stenosis (narrowing) — common in elderly
- Poor posture and prolonged sitting (WFH, driving)
- Weak core and glute muscles
Our Home Treatment Approach
Every session is one-on-one, in your home, using evidence-based physiotherapy.
- McKenzie method — directional preference exercises
- Nerve mobilisation ('flossing') techniques
- Manual therapy for lumbar spine and hip
- Deep core strengthening (transverse abdominis, multifidus)
- Glute activation to offload the spine
- Posture correction and workstation setup
Acute sciatica typically resolves in 4–8 weeks with consistent therapy. Chronic cases need 8–12 weeks. Red flags (bladder issues, severe leg weakness) are escalated to a spine specialist immediately.
Sciatica — frequently asked questions
Do I need an MRI before starting physiotherapy?
Not always. If your pain is under 6 weeks old and there are no red flags, we can start conservative treatment. If it doesn't improve in 4 weeks, we recommend an MRI.
Is sciatica curable without surgery?
Yes — over 85% of sciatica cases resolve fully with physiotherapy and lifestyle changes. Surgery is only for cases with progressive weakness or bladder involvement.
How soon will I feel relief?
Most patients feel significant pain reduction within 3–5 sessions. Full recovery, including strength and function, takes 6–10 weeks.
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