12 Nov Experiencing Low Back pain that goes down to your leg 

Had a scan of your back and there’s nothing “wrong” with your spine or disc to cause the back and leg pain

If you answered yes to the above statements, then you could be experiencing Sciatica.

Sciatica is a term used to describe low back pain that goes down to the leg, which is often described as sharp, shooting or a deep ache. The leg pain is typically worse than the lower back pain and is often one sided and goes below the knee. Sciatica has been reported to occur in 1 to 10% of the population, most commonly in people age 25 to 45 years.

No imaging or scan are required to confirm Sciatica, instead Sciatica is diagnosed clinically by specific tests carried out by an Expert Physiotherapist. It is very important to determine if your low back pain and leg pain is Sciatica or whether the low back pain and leg pain are two separate pains so that you receive the correct treatment to overcome your back and leg pain. 

Here at My Favourite Physio, our Expert Physiotherapists carry out a 3 Step Process using specific tests to assess and diagnose Sciatica, in order to provide you with the right education and treatment. Treatment strategies include of manual therapy like soft tissue massage, Radial Shockwave Therapy, strengthening exercise, stretches and education to help you overcome Sciatica pain. Sciatica can be effectively treated without the use of medication and injections. 

So if you are struggling with Low Back pain and leg pain or if you think that you may possibly have Sciatica, ring My Favourite Physio on (02) 9790 4233 to speak to one of our Expert Physiotherapists today. We would love to help you overcome your Sciatica and get back to active living!

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