30/09/2026
Sciatica or Tight Piriformis? Assessment Matters
Pain travelling from the lower back or buttock into the leg is often described as "sciatica", but similar symptoms can have different causes.
That's why assessment matters.
At ODNOVA Massage & Sports Therapy in Acton, I don't automatically treat every client with radiating leg discomfort in the same way.
We look at movement, symptom behaviour and relevant muscular structures before deciding whether manual treatment is appropriate.
Where muscular tension or restricted movement is contributing to the presentation, treatment may include Sports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, MET and other techniques.
Persistent, severe or unexplained neurological symptoms may require medical assessment rather than massage.
A professional approach means knowing not only how to treat, but when to refer.