Spine & Nerve

Sciatica & Nerve Compression

Targeted Sciatic Nerve Decompression & Gliding

Notice: Information provided is for educational awareness. Treatment plans require in-person physical assessment and screening.
Clinical Context

Understanding the Problem

Sciatica involves irritation of the sciatic nerve, causing sharp, shooting, or burning pain that travels from the lumbar spine through the buttock down the leg.

Common Symptoms Observed

Shooting or electric-shock pain down one leg
Tingling or numbness in calf or foot
Pain worsening with prolonged sitting
Leg heaviness during walking

Common Biomechanical & Clinical Causes

  • Herniated or bulging disc
  • Piriformis muscle tightness
  • Spinal canal stenosis
  • Spondylolisthesis

Red Flags & Referral

If you experience any of the following symptoms, immediate medical or surgical evaluation is recommended before physical rehabilitation:

  • Loss of bowel or bladder control
  • Groin or saddle numbness
  • Progressive leg buckling
Evidence-Informed Care

Our Rehabilitation Approach

Neural mobilization glides, specific extension-based disc centralizing movements, and piriformis myofascial release.

1

Neural Flossing Exercises

Restoring smooth gliding of nerve roots.

2

Extension Centralization

McKenzie techniques to pull pain out of the leg.

3

Piriformis Release

Decompressing the nerve where it passes gluteal muscles.

4

Spinal Traction Option

Controlled decompression for disc space restoration.

Expected Functional Rehabilitation Goals

Centralize radiating pain back to the spine, reduce leg nerve irritation, and restore normal walking distance.

Schedule Your Physical Assessment

Book a structured clinical examination with our rehabilitation team at Sushila Mayekar Shopping Centre, LT Road, Borivali West.