If you’ve developed sciatica after a workplace injury, everyday activities such as sitting, walking, bending, or lifting can become uncomfortable or difficult. Getting the right treatment early can help you manage symptoms, improve movement, and work toward returning to your normal activities.
At Realign Chiro Physio & Rehab in Langley, our team provides physiotherapy and chiropractic care for eligible WorkSafeBC injuries.
What Is Sciatica?
Sciatica refers to pain or other symptoms affecting the path of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back through the buttocks and into the leg.
Common symptoms may include:
- Lower back or buttock pain
- Pain traveling down the leg
- Tingling or numbness
- Muscle weakness
- Difficulty sitting or standing
- Increased pain with bending or lifting
Sciatica can develop after a sudden workplace accident or activities involving repetitive lifting, bending, twisting, or other physical demands.
Sciatica After a Workplace Injury
Workplace injuries can affect your back and surrounding structures, sometimes resulting in symptoms that extend into the leg. If your symptoms began following an incident at work, it’s important to report your injury and seek appropriate care.
WorkSafeBC may provide coverage for eligible healthcare and rehabilitation services related to accepted workplace injuries.
Your first steps should include:
- Report the injury to your employer.
- Report your workplace injury to WorkSafeBC.
- Tell your health-care provider that the injury occurred at work.
- Follow your recommended rehabilitation plan.
WorkSafeBC requirements and coverage depend on your individual claim.
How Can Physiotherapy Help?
WorkSafeBC physiotherapy can help address pain, mobility limitations, strength, and difficulties performing work-related activities.
At Realign, your physiotherapy program may include:
- Mobility exercises
- Strengthening and core exercises
- Movement education
- Manual therapy when appropriate
- Progressive rehabilitation
- Exercises for home
- Support for returning to work
Your treatment plan is based on your symptoms, physical assessment, and functional goals.
Can Chiropractic Care Help?
Chiropractic care may also be part of a rehabilitation plan for eligible workplace injuries. Treatment can focus on improving mobility and addressing movement restrictions that may contribute to discomfort.
At Realign, our chiropractic and physiotherapy services can work together when appropriate to support your recovery.
When Should You Get Help?
Don’t ignore sciatica symptoms after a workplace injury, especially if they are affecting your ability to work or perform daily activities.
Consider getting assessed if you experience:
- Persistent back or leg pain
- Numbness or tingling
- Difficulty walking or sitting
- Pain when lifting or bending
- Reduced strength or mobility
- Difficulty completing your regular work duties
Early assessment can help you understand your condition and develop an appropriate rehabilitation plan.
Get WorkSafeBC Sciatica Treatment in Langley
Recovering from a workplace injury can be challenging, but the right rehabilitation support can help you move forward.
At Realign Chiro Physio & Rehab, our Langley team provides WorkSafeBC physiotherapy and chiropractic care to help eligible injured workers improve movement, manage symptoms, and work toward a safe return to work.
Experiencing sciatica after a workplace injury? Don’t wait—get the help you need.
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