Symptoms of Sciatica

• Sciatica is often unilateral, although bilateral presentations may occur in more complex cases. Common clinical features include:

  • Radiating lumbosacral pain that follows the dermatomal path of the sciatic nerve

  • Gluteal pain with or without posterior thigh discomfort

  • Burning, tingling, or paraesthesia down the posterior leg

  • Motor weakness affecting hip extension, knee flexion, or ankle dorsiflexion (depending on the affected nerve root)

  • Myofascial stiffness, limiting straight leg raise (SLR) or functional mobility

  • Numbness or altered sensation in the lower limb

  • Shooting pain that worsens during standing or transitional movements

  • Hip or pelvic pain, often linked to biomechanical dysfunction

  • Difficulty lifting the leg due to neuromuscular inhibition or inflammation

​Q: How Is Sciatica Diagnosed at Corrective Spinal Rehab?

• A precise diagnosis begins with a comprehensive initial physiotherapy evaluation, which includes:

  • Postural and biomechanical analysis using digital imaging

  • Manual palpation to identify segmental restrictions and muscular imbalances

  • Inflammatory screening through soft tissue evaluation

  • Neurological testing, including reflex, strength, and dermatomal sensory assessments

  • Functional movement testing to assess compensatory patterns and joint loading

• A follow-up session focuses on correlating clinical findings with diagnostic images to establish a root-cause diagnosis—allowing us to treat the origin, not just the symptoms.

Our Multidisciplinary Approach to Sciatica Treatment

• At Corrective Spinal Rehab, we specialise in restoring structural integrity and functional neurology through tailored interventions that address the mechanical and neurophysiological components of sciatic pain.

• Key elements of our protocol include:

  • Orthopaedic manual therapy to correct vertebral and pelvic alignment

  • Myofascial release and targeted soft tissue therapy to reduce muscular tension

  • Spinal decompression and traction therapy to alleviate nerve root impingement

  • Functional rehabilitation exercises to improve motor control, proprioception, and pelvic-lumbar stability

  • Neurodynamic techniques to restore sciatic nerve mobility and reduce neural mechanosensitivity

  • Postural re-education and ergonomic training to prevent recurrence

• Restoring spinal and pelvic alignment reduces abnormal biomechanical stress and inflammatory mediators, thereby decreasing compression on the sciatic nerve. As the neural structures decompress, neuroplastic recovery and improved afferent-efferent communication promote tissue healing, pain resolution, and optimal functional capacity.

Experience a Neuro-Orthopaedic Approach to Healing

If you’re suffering from chronic sciatica or related symptoms, our team is here to offer a precise, non-invasive, and results-driven solution.

At Corrective Spinal Rehab, we don’t just treat pain—we correct dysfunction, restore movement, and empower long-term wellness.