Conditions We Treat
Effective sciatica treatment in Harrow — addressing the root cause, not just the symptoms.
Sciatica is the term for pain that radiates from the lower back down through the buttock and into the leg, caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve. It can range from a mild ache to debilitating sharp pain with numbness and weakness. The good news: the vast majority of sciatica cases resolve with skilled physiotherapy — surgery is rarely needed.
At MSK and Sports Physio in Harrow, we identify exactly what's irritating your sciatic nerve — whether it's a disc bulge, piriformis tightness, or referred pain from the lumbar spine — and treat the underlying cause systematically.
Every treatment plan is tailored to your specific condition, lifestyle and goals. Here's how we approach sciatica:
Acute sciatica typically improves significantly within 2-4 weeks. Chronic cases respond within 6-12 weeks. Less than 5% require surgical intervention.
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Most sciatica improves without imaging. We only refer for MRI if symptoms are severe, persistent, or there are red-flag signs. Many people have disc bulges on MRI without any pain — clinical examination is more useful.
Stay as active as your pain allows. Total bed rest actually slows recovery. We'll guide you through what movements help versus those that aggravate the nerve.
In most cases, yes — provided we identify and address the underlying cause, build robust strength and mobility, and you maintain the long-term habits we set up together. Recurrence is uncommon but not impossible, especially if lifestyle factors (heavy lifting, prolonged sitting, deconditioning) return. Some chronic or structural cases (e.g., severe spinal stenosis) may need ongoing management.
Book your initial assessment today and take the first step towards regaining strength and restoring movement.
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