Sciatica
Pain that travels along the sciatic nerve from the lower back down into the leg. Can cause shooting pain, numbness, and tingling. This is lumbar radiculopathy, usually from a compressed nerve in the spine. See pinched nerve / radiculopathy.
Leg Pain Specialist
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Leg pain can make it hard to walk, exercise, or even sleep. Whether it is sciatica, a muscle strain, a nerve problem, or something more chronic, our specialist team finds the cause and puts together the right treatment for you.
- Leg Pain Specialist
- Personalised exercise plan
- Ongoing support
Overview
Sciatica affects up to 40% of people at some point in their lives and is one of the most common causes of leg pain we treat. Most cases improve with the right treatment.
Source: British Medical Journal
You're not alone
Help is available, and you do not have to manage this on your own.
Symptoms
Common Types of Leg Pain
We treat all types of leg pain conditions using minimally invasive, non-surgical approaches wherever appropriate. Here are the ones we see most often.
Muscle Strains
Tears or overstretching of leg muscles from sports, exercise, or sudden movements. Includes hamstring, calf, and thigh strains, with sudden onset pain, muscle tenderness, and sometimes swelling or bruising.
Shin Splints
Pain along the shin bone from overuse, usually from running or walking long distances. Common in people who have recently increased their activity levels, with shin tenderness and pain with activity.
Nerve Pain in Legs
Pain from nerve damage or compression in the leg. Can cause burning, tingling, or electric shock sensations. Often linked to conditions in the spine.
Sports-Related Leg Pain
Leg injuries from sports, running, or repetitive movements. Includes tendon problems, overuse injuries, and stress fractures that can affect performance.
Chronic Leg Pain
Persistent leg pain lasting more than 3 months. Can have multiple causes and often needs a thorough assessment to find the right treatment.
Causes
When to Get Help for Leg Pain
Some leg pain settles on its own, but see a specialist if you notice any of these.
Shooting pain down your leg
A common sign of sciatica or nerve irritation.
Numbness or tingling in your leg or foot
Nerve-related symptoms that should be assessed.
Difficulty walking or standing
Pain that affects daily movement.
Pain lasting more than a few weeks
Ongoing pain that is not settling.
Pain that wakes you at night
Disrupted sleep due to leg pain.
Leg weakness or giving way
A sign that needs specialist review.
Treatments
Treatment Options
Treatment depends on what is causing your leg pain. Here are the main approaches we use.
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Targeted Injections
Injections to reduce inflammation and pain around compressed nerves or inflamed joints. Particularly effective for sciatica and referred leg pain, including epidural injections, nerve root blocks, and joint injections.
Medication Review
We review what you are currently taking and adjust if needed. Nerve pain medication can be particularly helpful for sciatica and nerve-related leg pain, along with anti-inflammatory options.
Rehabilitation Support
Structured exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and mobility. Often the most important part of long-term leg pain management, including a strengthening programme and a return to normal activity.
How it works
What to Expect
Getting started is straightforward.
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Request
If you know the type of pain you're experiencing, you can request an appointment online or give us a call - it only takes a couple of minutes. If you're unsure where to start, please give us a call. Our team will be happy to listen, answer your questions, and help guide you toward the most appropriate next step.
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Consultation
Your consultation will usually last 30–45 minutes with one of our experienced pain specialists. This gives your doctor time to understand your symptoms, review your medical history, discuss any previous treatments, and consider the most appropriate next steps for you. The consultation fee is €350, payable on the day of your appointment.
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Your Treatment Plan
We'll create an individual, tailored pain management plan based on your needs. This may include a combination of treatments, procedures, or infusions, with review appointments to monitor your progress and ongoing care from our experienced pain specialists.
Common questions
FAQs
Do I need a GP referral?
A GP referral is required for insurance cover of any treatments or procedures. If you are self-paying, a GP referral may not be required. Please bring any relevant medical information, reports, scans, or medication details to your appointment. Our current waiting time is typically 1–2 weeks.
What is sciatica?
Sciatica is pain that travels along the sciatic nerve from the lower back down through the buttock and into the leg. It can cause shooting pain, numbness, or tingling. It is usually caused by a compressed nerve in the spine.
Can leg pain come from my back?
Yes, leg pain is often referred from the lower back or spine. This is very common with sciatica. We check for this during your consultation to make sure we treat the right area.
Will I need surgery?
Most leg pain does not require surgery. Our specialists focus on non-surgical treatments first, including injections, medication, and rehabilitation. Surgery is only considered if other options have not worked.
Is it covered by insurance?
We accept all the major insurers. We recommend checking with your insurer to confirm what is covered under your specific policy.
What happens at my first appointment?
Your first visit lasts about 30 to 45 minutes. The specialist will go through your medical history, carry out an examination, and discuss your symptoms with you. From there, we create a tailored pain management plan designed around your case.
Conditions we treat