Conditions we treat
Sciatica Treatment in Surrey, BC
That electric line of pain from your lower back or buttock down the leg has a name — and a well-mapped treatment path.
What it feels like
- Sharp, burning or electric pain running from the low back or buttock down one leg
- Tingling, pins-and-needles or numbness in the leg or foot
- Worse with sitting, bending or coughing; often eased by walking or changing position
Why it happens
Sciatica means the sciatic nerve is being irritated — commonly by a bulging disc, a narrowed nerve passage, or tight deep-hip muscles pressing on the nerve. Which one it is changes the treatment, which is why guessing rarely works.
How we can help
Every case of sciatica is a little different, so we start by understanding exactly where and why your nerve is being irritated. From there, your practitioner shapes a care plan around your specific presentation and goals, and adjusts it as you progress — the details are decided case by case, not from a template. Many cases respond well to conservative care, and we'll be honest with you about what we're seeing, including referring you on if your situation needs further investigation.
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Common questions
How long does sciatica take to settle?
It varies a great deal depending on what is irritating the nerve and how irritable it currently is, so we will not quote you a timeline. What we will do is track objective signs alongside your symptoms and give you an honest read on progress at each visit.
When is sciatica an emergency?
Numbness in the saddle area, changes in bladder or bowel control, or leg weakness that is rapidly getting worse need urgent medical care rather than a clinic appointment. These are rare, but your first assessment screens for them.