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Beyond the Back: Surprising Causes of Sciatica Not Found in the Lumbar Spine

When you feel that unmistakable lightning bolt of pain searing from your glutes down to your toes, the first suspect is almost always a herniated disc. While lumbar spine issues account for roughly 90% of sciatica cases, the remaining 10% present a diagnostic puzzle. If your MRI shows a perfectly healthy lower back but your leg is still screaming, it’s time to look at extraspinal causes—the “sciatica mimics” that originate outside the vertebral column.

January 15, 2026

Understanding Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis and How Can Physical Therapy Help? (Part 1)

Spondylolysis or lumbar stress fracture is a stress fracture of a section of the lumbar spine. The area of the fifth lumbar vertebra is most often affected. The injury can

January 8, 2026

Physical Therapy Guide to Spinal Stenosis (Part 2)

Research shows that in all but the most extreme cases of spinal stenosis (usually involving muscle weakness or high levels of pain), conservative care, such as physical therapy, achieves better

December 10, 2025

Physical Therapy Guide to Spinal Stenosis (Part 1)

It is estimated that as many as 80% of us will experience some form of back or neck pain at some point in our lives. Spinal stenosis can be one

October 28, 2025

Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain and Sciatica: Evaluation and Treatment

Physical therapy plays a crucial role in the evaluation and treatment of spine disorders, particularly low back pain and sciatica. These conditions are among the most common causes of disability

October 20, 2025

Strengthening Exercises for Rotator Cuff Tears

Once your range of motion improves, treatment moves toward strengthening your shoulder joint. A rotator cuff tear won’t heal on its own, but building up surrounding muscles takes some stress

October 9, 2025

Understanding Activities That Provoke Lumbar Disc Herniations

Lumbar disc herniations can be significantly impacted by various activities, leading to pain and discomfort. Understanding these factors is essential for prevention and management. One of the primary activities that

September 11, 2025

Understanding Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Diagnosis and Insights

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is a complex condition characterized by compression of nerves and blood vessels in the thoracic outlet—the space between the collarbone and the first rib. This condition

August 29, 2025

What Keeps Causing My Low Back Pain?

Back pain comes in many forms and can affect people in different ways. Pain in the low back, buttocks, and radiating pain down the leg are all forms of low

August 6, 2025

Effective Management of Acute Neck Pain in Physical Therapy

Acute neck pain is a common issue that can result from various factors, including muscle strains, poor posture, or injury. If you’re experiencing acute neck pain, physical therapy offers

July 8, 2025

Common Causes of Sciatica and How to Treat It

Sciatica refers to pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve travels from the buttocks and down each leg. Sciatica most often happens when a

June 18, 2025

Several Surprising Causes of Neck Pain

A sore neck can dog you in every position — lying down, sitting, standing, or walking — and the discomfort can be debilitating. The pain might come from structural neck

June 11, 2025

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