Sciatica Treatment: How Element Physical Therapy Can Help You Feel Better
Do you feel a sharp, burning, or shooting pain that runs from your lower back down your leg? This might be sciatica. Sciatica happens when the sciatic nerve—the longest nerve in your body—gets pinched or irritated. The pain can be mild or so strong that it’s hard to walk, sit, or even sleep.
At Element Physical Therapy in Missoula, Amy Downing offers safe, effective sciatica treatment to help you move better and feel less pain—without needing heavy medications or risky surgery.
What Causes Sciatica?
Sciatica can start for many reasons, including:
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A herniated (slipped) disc in your spine
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Sitting for long periods without moving
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Poor posture
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Muscle imbalances or weakness
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Injury to the lower back or hips
When the sciatic nerve is irritated, it can cause:
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Pain in the back, hips, or legs
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Tingling or numbness
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Weakness in one leg
How Sciatica Treatment Can Help
The goal of sciatica treatment is to take pressure off the sciatic nerve and help your body heal. Amy Downing uses gentle, targeted physical therapy techniques to:
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Improve posture and alignment
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Strengthen weak muscles
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Stretch tight muscles
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Reduce inflammation
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Improve flexibility and movement
By treating the root cause—not just the symptoms—she helps patients get long-term relief.
What to Expect at Element Physical Therapy
When you visit Element Physical Therapy, Amy will:
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Ask about your pain, lifestyle, and health history
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Examine how your spine, hips, and legs move
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Create a personalized treatment plan designed just for you
You’ll also learn simple exercises you can do at home to keep your back healthy and prevent sciatica from returning.
Get Help for Sciatica Today
Living with sciatica pain can make everyday life hard—but you don’t have to suffer. With the right care, you can feel better and get back to doing the things you enjoy.
📍 Element Physical Therapy
2409 Dearborn Ave., Suite E, Missoula, MT 59801
📞 Call: (406) 220-5363
Let Amy Downing help you find relief with professional, caring sciatica treatment.
