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Sciatica
Sciatica — pain radiating from the lower back down the leg — is often frightening but highly treatable. Specific nerve-mobilising and strengthening exercises usually settle it without surgery.
Common symptoms
- Sharp or burning pain down one leg
- Tingling or numbness in the leg or foot
- Pain that worsens when sitting
- Weakness in the leg
- Lower-back pain with leg symptoms
Common causes
- Disc bulge pressing on the sciatic nerve
- Tight or spasming muscles (piriformis)
- Prolonged sitting
- Poor lifting technique
How DrPhysioAI helps
Careful physio assessment to confirm sciatica
Nerve-gliding and directional exercises for relief
Core and glute strengthening to prevent recurrence
Clear red-flag guidance on when to see a doctor
Start your sciatica recovery today
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