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Pain down your leg has a source. We find and fix it.
Sciatica describes pain travelling along the sciatic nerve pathway — from the lower back through the buttock and down the leg. The source is almost always in the spine or piriformis, and most cases resolve with the right approach.
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Common symptoms
- —Sharp, burning, or shooting pain from the lower back into the buttock and leg
- —Numbness or tingling in the leg, foot, or toes
- —Weakness in the leg or foot
- —Pain that worsens with sitting or bending forward
- —Relief when lying down or walking
Common causes
- —Lumbar disc herniation pressing on a nerve root
- —Piriformis syndrome irritating the sciatic nerve
- —Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal)
- —Spondylolisthesis
- —Pregnancy-related pelvic changes
How Stance approaches sciatica
We identify the directional preference and nerve tension pattern driving your sciatica, then build a directional exercise programme alongside neural mobilisation and progressive loading. Most sciatica cases resolve without injections or surgery.
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Frequently asked questions
Is sciatica the same as a slipped disc?
Sciatica is a symptom — pain along the sciatic nerve pathway. A slipped disc (disc herniation) is one common cause, but not the only one.
How long does sciatica last?
Most acute sciatica episodes improve significantly within 6–12 weeks. Chronic cases take longer but still respond well to structured physiotherapy.
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Our clinical team uses objective testing to build a personalised plan around your specific needs.
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