Medically Reviewed By Mario Starnino, CATA, CTSQ, ACNN
Nerve pain can be frustrating, persistent, and very disruptive to your daily life. Whether it presents as burning, tingling, numbness, weakness, or sharp radiating pain, nerve-related symptoms often behave differently than muscle or joint pain. One of the most common forms we see is sciatica, which involves irritation of the sciatic nerve and can significantly limit movement and function.
At Activ Axion, we specialize in evidence-informed, athletic therapy based care for nerve pain. Our approach focuses on identifying the true source of irritation, reducing unnecessary stress on the nervous system, and restoring movement capacity rather than simply treating symptoms. For residents of Pointe-Claire, Quebec, this blog provides a comprehensive guide to effective sciatica and nerve pain treatment options, helping you understand what drives your symptoms and how targeted, personalized care can support long-term relief.
Key Takeaways
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- Nerve pain commonly presents as burning, tingling, numbness, or radiating weakness
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- Sciatica is caused by irritation or compression of lumbar nerve structures — not simply “tight muscles”
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- There is no single treatment that works for every nerve pain case
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- ActivAxion uses athletic therapy, manual therapy, and progressive exercise to reduce neural sensitivity and improve function
What Does Nerve Pain Feel Like?
Nerve pain (neuropathic pain) can feel very different from typical musculoskeletal pain. Patients often describe:
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- Persistent widespread muscle and joint pain
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- Chronic fatigue
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- Sleep disturbances
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- Brain fog and concentration issues
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- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
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- Headaches or migraines
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- Depression and anxiety
Nerve pain may affect the lower back, hips, legs, arms, or feet, and symptoms often fluctuate depending on posture, movement, or activity level.
How Nerve Pain Differs by Area
Sciatica (Lumbar Nerve Involvement)
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- Radiating pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness from the low back or buttock down the leg
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- Often extends past the knee
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- Usually affects one side
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- Symptoms may worsen with sitting, bending, coughing, or sneezing
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- Common functional limitations include difficulty with sitting tolerance, walking distance, or transitional movements
Arm & Neck Nerve Pain (Cervical Nerve Involvement)
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- Pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness radiating from the neck into the shoulder, arm, forearm, or hand
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- Possible grip strength changes or fine motor difficulty
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- Symptoms may worsen with neck movement, sustained postures, or overhead activity
Foot Nerve Pain (Peripheral Nerve Involvement)
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- Burning, tingling, numbness, shooting pain, or altered sensation in the foot or toes
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- Symptoms may worsen with weight-bearing, footwear pressure, or prolonged standing
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- Typically localized to the foot and not originating from the lower back, distinguishing it from sciatica
Nerve Pain Treatment in Pointe-Claire
At Activ Axion, nerve pain treatment is built around athletic therapy principles and evidence-informed neuro care. Rather than applying a single modality, we use a comprehensive assessment to determine what is actually contributing to nerve irritation.
Services Commonly Used to Treat Nerve Pain
Our most commonly used interventions include:
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- Manual therapy techniques to improve joint mechanics and reduce tissue stress
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- Progressive exercise prescription to restore movement capacity and muscular balance
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- Evidence-informed protocols designed to reduce inflammation and swelling
The goal is not just pain relief, but improved functional capacity and long-term resilience.
How Long Does a Treatment Session Last?
A typical treatment session at Activ Axion lasts 45 to 90 minutes, depending on:
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- The patient’s condition
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- The complexity of symptoms
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- The individualized treatment plan
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- Clinical assessment findings
This allows adequate time for hands-on treatment, movement assessment, and progressive exercise integration.
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Common Sciatica Symptoms
True sciatic nerve involvement most often presents with:
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- Burning, sharp, or dull pain
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- Numbness or tingling (“pins and needles”)
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- Weakness in the leg or foot
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- Symptoms that radiate from the lower back or buttock down one leg
Symptoms are typically one-sided and may worsen with prolonged sitting, coughing, or sneezing. While the term sciatica is frequently used to describe any low back or pelvic pain, pain limited to the low back, buttock, or thigh is less likely to represent true sciatic nerve involvement and is more commonly related to musculoskeletal sources.
Sciatica Treatment: Why a One-Size-Fits-All Approach Fails
Sciatica is often treated as a single diagnosis, but in reality, there is no universal solution. Effective sciatica treatment starts with identifying the underlying cause.
From a clinical perspective, nerves tend to respond poorly to two main stressors:
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- Compression
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- Excessive or poorly tolerated stretching
Many traditional rehabilitation approaches emphasize stretching as a primary solution. In some cases, this can actually aggravate nerve symptoms, particularly when neural tissues are already irritated.
Our Approach to Sciatica at Activ Axion
Rather than focusing solely on stretching or symptom location, we prioritize:
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- Rebalancing the muscular system
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- Identifying muscles that are underperforming or not contributing effectively
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- Reducing excessive load and tension placed on other tissues
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- Improving movement efficiency to relieve nerve compression
Importantly, the location of pain is rarely the true source of the problem. Addressing the root cause, not just the symptoms, is what distinguishes ActivAxion’s approach from more traditional therapy models.
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Why Choose Activ Axion for Nerve Pain Treatment in Pointe-Claire?
Many people try rest, stretching, or generic exercises with limited success. Nerve pain often persists when the true source of irritation isn’t identified.
At Activ Axion, patients receive:
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- A thorough clinical assessment
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- A personalized, neuro-informed treatment plan
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- Care focused on long-term outcomes, not temporary symptom relief
Our approach helps patients across Pointe-Claire and the West Island regain confidence in movement and return to daily activities safely.
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Book Sciatica or Nerve Pain Treatment in Pointe-Claire
You don’t have to live with persistent nerve pain. With the right assessment and targeted care, meaningful improvement is possible.
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