04/03/2026
Is it really sciatica… or something else?
Pain travelling down the leg is often labelled as sciatica — but in many cases the real source isn’t the sciatic nerve at all. In fact it's actually quite rare for this to actually be the issue!
Trigger points in the gluteus medius and minimus can refer pain down the leg and mimic sciatic nerve symptoms almost perfectly. This type of pain is known as myofascial pain.
That’s why accurate assessment matters.
One treatment that can be highly effective for this is dry needling.
It helps release tight muscle trigger points, reduce pain, and restore normal muscle function.
But treatment doesn’t stop there.
At You Physio & Health, we focus on:
✔ Identifying the true source of your pain
✔ Reducing symptoms with targeted treatment like dry needling
✔ Rebuilding strength through progressive rehab so the pain doesn’t keep coming back
Because the goal isn’t just temporary relief — it’s long-term resilience and movement confidence. It's finding the source, treating the presenting symptom and providing EDUCATION to you on how to manage and prevent!
Think your “sciatica” might actually be coming from your glutes? Come see us!
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Let’s find the real source of your pain and get you moving again.
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