Sciatica
Sciatica
Sciatica is often described as a condition in which the sciatic nerve is compressed or irritated, causing radiating pain from the gluteal region, to the toes. Sciatic pain is often characterized by:
- Sharp jolts of pain shooting from the hips, all the way down the leg
- Numbness
- Pins and needles
- Muscle weakness in in the leg and feet
There are multiple causes of sciatica, which is why it is critical to have a comprehensive assessment by a physiotherapist, to determine the best course of treatment. Conditions that may cause the symptoms of ‘sciatica’ include:
- Disk problems such as herniated/slipped disks or degenerative disk disease
- Spondylolisthesis (vertebral slipping causing narrowing of the nerve opening)
- Osteoarthritis
- Trauma
- Tumours
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Start feeling better today and call Physio Cure on 03 8525 8360, email us at reception@physiocure.com.au or book online today to get one of our physiotherapists at our Elwood, Elsternwick or Beaumaris clinics to assess you professionally.
How to find us
Physio Cure is conveniently located in Elwood, Elsternwick and Beaumaris. Our contemporary clinics offer modern private physiotherapy treatment rooms, a fully equipped strength and conditioning gym and a bespoke open plan studio for Clinical Pilates at our Elsternwick location.