True sciatica is nerve pain — not just back pain. Getting the diagnosis right matters, because the treatment path is very different from generic 'lower back' care.
We use a combination of nerve-glide exercises, specific spinal mobilisation, and targeted strength work. Passive treatment alone rarely fixes sciatica long-term.
Plenty of weekend warriors from the Cecil Hills sports complex — we keep them moving. Locals know us as a quick trip from Cecil Hills High School. We're roughly a 12-minute drive from Cecil Hills. We also see clients from nearby Green Valley, Hoxton Park, Horsley Park.
Immediately if you have loss of bladder/bowel control, saddle numbness, or progressive leg weakness. Otherwise, physio is a great first step.
Keep moving gently. Bed rest beyond 1–2 days actually slows recovery for most sciatica cases.
Physio can't 'reduce' a bulge, but most disc-related sciatica resolves with time and targeted rehab — the bulge often shrinks on its own.
Most cases improve significantly within 4–8 weeks of consistent treatment. Severe disc-related sciatica can take longer.
Usually no. MRI is only useful if symptoms aren't improving, you have leg weakness, or surgery is being considered.
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Pegasus Peak Physiotherapy provides hands-on, evidence-based care across South West Sydney from two clinics.
Pegasus Peak Physiotherapy is rated 5.0 stars from 80+ Google reviews across our Horningsea Park and Gregory Hills clinics.
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