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Leg pain from an irritated nerve in the lower back — usually treatable without surgery.
Sciatica is pain, pins and needles or weakness travelling down the leg because a nerve root in the lower back is irritated, often by a disc bulge. It can be intense, but most cases improve over weeks with the right approach, and surgery is rarely needed.
We confirm it's nerve-related, use positions and techniques that ease the nerve, and progress your movement and strength as the leg calms down. We refer on quickly if any warning signs appear.
Get urgent advice if you have severe or spreading weakness, numbness around the back passage, loss of bladder or bowel control, unexplained weight loss, or pain that's severe and unrelenting at night. These are uncommon but need prompt assessment.
Treatments we might use
Full assessment and hands-on, evidence-based treatment for pain, injury and restricted movement.
Western medical acupuncture to relieve pain and release tight, overactive muscles.
Skilled hands-on mobilisation and soft-tissue techniques to relieve pain and restore movement.
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