The word sciatica is commonly used for pain, tingling or other symptoms that travel from the back or buttock into the leg. Similar symptoms can have different causes, so assessment is important before choosing exercises or treatment.
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Similar symptoms can have different causes. The clinician reviews the history and explains whether the service is appropriate.
Recommendations depend on the assessment, health history, comfort, precautions and goals.
Describe where symptoms travel
Review weakness, numbness and medical history
Complete movement and neurological testing within tolerance
Discuss whether physiotherapy or medical referral is appropriate
Coverage depends on your plan, provider credentials and claim type. Bring insurance information and any referral or claim documents that apply.
These answers are general. The clinician will provide advice based on your assessment.
No. Leg symptoms can come from different tissues and conditions. The assessment helps identify the likely pattern and appropriate next step.
Not automatically. Some exercises may aggravate certain patterns, so recommendations should follow assessment.
Imaging is not always required, but medical referral may be recommended based on the history and examination.
Advice depends on symptoms and work demands. Activity modification may be discussed.
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