Pain shooting down your leg?
Let's find out what's actually causing it.

Sciatica is a symptom, not a diagnosis. The important question isn't "is it sciatica?" — it's "what's driving it?" We assess properly, treat the cause hands-on, and give you a clear plan to get you moving again.

1st visit Assessment and treatment combined

Several Possible causes — we find yours

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GCC Registered Chiropractor

Assessment & first treatment in one visit

Near Paddington Station, West London

Open Monday to Saturday

What you might be experiencing

Sciatica can feel different for everyone

The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body — so when something irritates it, the symptoms can vary quite a bit. Here's what we commonly see:

Pain travelling from the lower back into the glute or leg

A deep ache in the buttock that won't shift

Sharp, shooting or burning pain down one leg

Tingling or pins and needles in the leg or foot

Numbness or weakness in the leg or foot

Symptoms that change with position — better lying down, worse sitting

What's behind it

Sciatica is a symptom — not a diagnosis

This is one of the most important things to understand. "Sciatica" describes the pain — it doesn't tell you what's causing it. Getting the cause right is what determines whether treatment works. Common causes we see include:

Disc irritation or herniation putting pressure on the nerve root
Joint restriction in the lower back affecting how the nerve moves
Piriformis syndrome — a muscle in the glute irritating the nerve
Facet joint irritation in the lumbar spine
Muscle tension and movement imbalances around the hips and lower back

Sometimes it's one clear cause. Sometimes it's a combination. That's why guessing doesn't help — assessing properly does. Sciatica symptoms are often connected to underlying back pain, and in active people can also be linked to sports injuries and movement pattern issues.

How we work

What happens when you come in

Your first appointment covers both assessment and treatment. You won't spend the whole session being asked questions and sent home to wait.

1

We assess properly

Not just where it hurts — we look at how your spine, hips and nervous system are functioning to work out what's actually driving the symptoms.

2

We treat the underlying cause

Where clinically appropriate, we start hands-on treatment in the same session. This may include chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue work around the lower back and glutes, and movement-based rehab.

3

We guide your recovery

The aim isn't just short-term relief — it's getting you back to normal movement without symptoms constantly returning. As things improve, appointments space out and we give you the tools to manage long term.

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I'd been suffering with low back pain for years and thanks to Michelle am now able to get on with my life.

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What to expect

Clear outcomes from the start

We're straightforward about timelines. Sciatica varies quite a bit depending on what's causing it and how long it's been there — but here's a general picture:

After your first visit

Most patients notice some reduction in acute symptoms and improved understanding of what's going on. Some notice more significant relief early on — it depends on the cause.

Over several treatments

Leg symptoms typically reduce before back symptoms fully settle. We adjust the plan as you respond and keep you informed throughout.

Longer term

As symptoms resolve, appointments space out. We'll give you a self-management plan and let you know honestly when you no longer need us.

Results vary significantly depending on the cause and duration of symptoms. We'll give you an honest, specific picture at your first appointment.

When to act

Don't wait it out

Sciatica that's left untreated often becomes harder to shift. The longer the nerve has been irritated, the longer recovery can take. Get it assessed if:

Get it checked if you have:

Pain travelling from the lower back into the leg
Persistent glute or lower back pain that isn't settling
Tingling, numbness or weakness in the leg or foot
Symptoms that are getting worse or not improving after a couple of weeks

Seek urgent medical attention if you experience loss of bladder or bowel control alongside your symptoms — this is rare but requires immediate assessment.

Right Track Chiropractic · Paddington · West London