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SCIATICA TREATMENT IN BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE

WHY AM I EXPERIENCING SCIATICA?

Sciatica causes pain that radiates from your lower back down into your buttock and leg, sometimes reaching as far as the foot. It’s commonly seen across Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole and is usually the result of irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve.

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This irritation is often linked to issues such as a disc bulge or herniation, joint stiffness in the lower spine, or tight muscles around the hips. Symptoms can vary from a dull ache to sharp, shooting pain, and may also include tingling, numbness, or weakness in the affected leg. It can be aggravated by prolonged sitting, bending, or certain movements, and often benefits from targeted treatment to reduce nerve irritation and restore normal movement.

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Senior Physiotherapist Max Ankerstjerne supporting a client with a strengthening exercise for sciatica.

COMMON CAUSES OF SCIATICA  INCLUDE:

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- Disc irritation

- Nerve root compression

- Facet joint irritation

- Muscle tightness

- Lower back dysfunction

PHYSIOTHERPAY FOR SCIATICA 

If you’re looking for sciatica treatment in Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole, and the wider BCP area, physiotherapy is a safe, effective, and evidence-based solution.

 

At VIGOUR physiotherapy clinic, we help people across BCP and Dorset recover from sciatica and return to their normal activities as quickly as possible.

 

Your treatment will begin with a detailed assessment to identify the exact cause of your sciatica. We’ll take the time to explain your diagnosis clearly, so you understand what’s going on and how we can help.

 

You’ll then receive a personalised treatment plan, which may include:

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       Our goal is not just to reduce your pain, but to fix the underlying issue and prevent it from coming back.

 

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Recovery time will depend on the cause and severity of your symptoms. However, most patients attending our Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole physio clinic start to feel improvement within the first few sessions.

 

A typical treatment plan for sciatica involves around 6-8 physiotherapy sessions over 3-6 months.

 

We focus on long-term results, helping you stay pain-free, active, and confident in your movement.

HANDS-ON PHYSIOTHERAPY

TARGETED REHABILITATION EXERCISES

POSTURE AND WORKSTATION ADVICE

HOW LONG DOES SCIATICA TAKE TO IMPROVE?

GUIDANCE FOR SPORT, GYM, AND DAILY ACTIVITIES

If you’re dealing with pain, injury, or simply not performing at your best, we’re here to help. 
At VIGOUR Physiotherapy, we provide expert physiotherapy in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole, focused on getting real results, so you can move better, feel stronger, and get back to what you enjoy.
 
Book your initial assessment today and take the first step towards a full recovery.
 





Or get in touch to discuss your injury

Appointments available at our Bournemouth clinic
 150 Stewart Road, BH88NY

 


Personalised one-to-one care
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Clear plan to get you back to full function

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Expert diagnosis and treatment
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don't let pain hold you back any longer.
START YOUR RECOVERY TODAY

 

TARGETED REHABILITATION EXERCISES

POSTURE AND WORKSTATION ADVICE

GUIDANCE FOR SPORT, GYM, AND DAILY ACTIVITIES

HANDS-ON PHYSIOTHERAPY

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