Back Pain & Sciatica Physiotherapy in Winnipeg

Overview

At Pro Motion in St. Vital, your back-pain assessment starts with a discussion of your symptoms, daily activities and goals. Your physiotherapist assesses how you move and explains the findings before discussing a care plan. Bring any relevant reports and tell us what makes sitting, walking, work or sleep difficult. The treatment plan and follow-up schedule depend on your assessment.

What We Treat

• Acute and chronic lower back pain
• Sciatica and nerve pain
• Herniated or bulging discs
• Spinal stenosis
• Spondylolisthesis
• Muscle strains and sprains
• Postural back pain
• Arthritis-related back pain

Our Treatment Approach

• Manual therapy and spinal mobilization
• Core strengthening exercises
• Flexibility and stretching programs
• Postural education and correction
• Pain management techniques
• Functional movement retraining

Care Goals

• A plan tailored to your symptoms and activity goals
• Improved mobility and flexibility
• Better posture and body mechanics
• Reduced risk of future episodes
• Enhanced ability to perform daily activities

When to Seek Help

• Back pain lasting more than a few days
• Pain radiating down the leg (sciatica)
• Numbness or tingling in legs or feet
• Difficulty standing or walking
• Pain that interferes with sleep or work

Preparing for a back pain assessment

Describe where you feel symptoms, how long they have been present and which activities are difficult. Mention leg symptoms, previous episodes and any medical assessment or treatment you have already received. Bring existing clinical documents if available. Back pain and sciatica are not interchangeable labels; the assessment helps clarify your concerns and whether physiotherapy is an appropriate next step.

A plan based on what you need to do

Useful goals might include sitting at work, getting dressed, walking or returning to a leisure activity. Discuss the activities that matter to you rather than choosing treatment from a list of techniques. Your physiotherapist can explain the proposed plan, how exercises will be adjusted and what changes to report. The number and spacing of follow-up visits depend on your assessment, response and goals, rather than a standard package.

When to get urgent medical help

Seek emergency medical care for back or leg symptoms accompanied by new loss of bladder or bowel control, difficulty starting urination, numbness around the genitals or bottom, or severe or worsening weakness in both legs. Do not wait for a routine physiotherapy appointment for these symptoms.

Fees and coverage for back pain care

Ask reception for the current assessment and follow-up fees. Extended health coverage depends on your plan, including any referral requirement and annual or per-visit limits. If symptoms relate to a collision or workplace injury, tell reception before booking so claim and payment arrangements can be discussed. A booked visit does not confirm insurer approval.

Your physiotherapy team in Meadowood, St. Vital

Our team includes Ben Bastin Jose, Registered Physiotherapist, BPT, and Lijo Paul, Registered Physiotherapist, MPT, BPT. Read their profiles and ask reception to confirm the appropriate provider for your concerns and preferred appointment time.

Visit us at Unit 4, 567 St. Anne's Rd, Winnipeg, MB R2M 5B2. Plan your visit, review cost and coverage questions, or book an assessment online.

Further information: Sciatica information — NHS.