Radiating pain
From the buttock toward the thigh, calf or foot, sometimes with an electric shock sensation.
TAGMED CLINIC · TERREBONNE
Sciatica Treatment in Terrebonne.
Your sciatica makes daily life difficult.
Let’s review your situation, step by step.
In Terrebonne, review your pain and its effects on walking, work or sleep. A focused assessment to discuss next steps adapted to your situation.
1150, rue Lévis, suite 200
Terrebonne · Monday and Wednesday · by appointment
Terrebonne · Monday and Wednesday · by appointment
Your situation comes first.Assessment · options · follow-up
A care journey that begins with you.
Individualized assessment Options explained Functional goals01 / UNDERSTAND
Pain that follows a path.
A cause to clarify.
The word “sciatica” generally describes pain that travels into the buttock and down the leg. The word alone does not establish its cause.
Unusual sensations
Tingling or numbness: the distribution, duration and changes over time are useful details to provide during the assessment.
Daily life disrupted
Sitting, walking, driving or sleeping becomes difficult. These limitations help define your goals and track changes over time.
Why assessment matters
A herniated disc, protrusion or stenosis may be involved. Pain from the hip or other structures can also resemble sciatica. The symptom history, examination and relevant imaging must be considered together.
An approach based on your clinical profile
02 / EXPLORE THE OPTIONS
The right starting point:
a focused assessment.
At TAGMED Clinic, the choice of care depends on your situation, your goals and the precautions identified.
- 1
Understanding your symptoms
When symptoms began, their distribution, aggravating positions and their effect on your activities.
- 2
Discuss relevant options
Spinal decompression, targeted osteopathic care or instrument-assisted mobilization may be discussed according to the clinical profile and the limitations of each option.
- 3
Reassess your progress
Pain, walking, sitting and sleep: specific measures to guide adjustments to care or referral for medical advice when needed.
Decompression: indications and level of evidence
Spinal decompression is a form of motorized traction. Results and the quality of evidence vary; it is not suitable for every situation. NICE guidelines advise against traction for low back pain with or without sciatica. Any discussion of this option must therefore explain its uncertainties, alternatives and reassessment criteria. Read the NICE guidelines.
03 / PREPARE FOR MY VISIT
Your first visit,
with a clearer mind.
A few details are enough to make the discussion more precise. Check what you have prepared, then print your checklist if you wish.
Sylvain Desforges
docteur en ostéopathie
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My preparation checklist
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YOUR CLINIC
Terrebonne.
Lanaudière.
1150, rue Lévis, suite 200Terrebonne (Québec) J6W 5S6 Get directions
Monday and Wednesday8 a.m. to 6 p.m., by appointment
According to portal availability
According to portal availability
A clinic in Terrebonne, in Lanaudière, serving patients from Terrebonne and nearby areas.
04 / TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Let’s discuss
your sciatica.
Choose your consultation in Terrebonne through the secure GOrendezvous portal.
Your first visit in Terrebonne
Book an appointment in Terrebonne
On GOrendezvous, follow the TAGMED Clinic booking pathway:
- Choose « Je suis un nouveau client » (I am a new client).
- Select « Traitement en ostéopathie » (Osteopathy treatment).
- Choose Sylvain Desforges à Terrebonne (in Terrebonne), then an available appointment.
Availability is shown directly on GOrendezvous.
Fees and insurance
Osteopathy receipts may be issued. Reimbursement depends on your insurance policy; services are not covered by RAMQ. View fees.
YOUR QUESTIONS
Before
meeting us.
Answers to help you prepare for your consultation with the information you need.
Read the complete guideWhere can I seek care for sciatica in Terrebonne?
TAGMED Clinic’s Terrebonne location is at 1150, rue Lévis, bureau 200, in Terrebonne, QC J6W 5S6. Consultations are offered by appointment on Mondays and Wednesdays, according to the availability shown on GOrendezvous.
Is an MRI needed before the first visit?
An MRI is not always necessary. Bring any reports and images you already have; their relevance will be assessed according to your symptoms and examination.
Is decompression suitable for every case of sciatica?
Its suitability depends on the clinical profile, precautions and contraindications. Scientific evidence on traction remains variable, and some guidelines, including NICE guidelines, advise against it for low back pain with or without sciatica. Other options and the need for medical advice must be discussed.
How many sessions should I plan for?
The number of sessions cannot be determined from the word “sciatica” alone. The likely cause, duration, functional limitations, goals and response to care guide the development and subsequent reassessment of the plan.
Are consultations reimbursed?
Osteopathy receipts may be issued. Check your insurance policy conditions and whether your insurer recognizes the practitioner. Services are not covered by RAMQ.
What should I do if my leg becomes weak or numb?
New or worsening weakness warrants prompt medical assessment. New bladder or bowel problems, loss of sensation in the perineum or severe weakness may signal an emergency: go to the emergency department immediately or call 911, depending on the situation.
THE GUIDE TO KEEP
Sciatica Treatment in Terrebonne.
Your complete guide.
A complete guide to understand the condition, discover our decompression treatment and prepare for your consultation. Read at your own pace or print it.
- The condition explained
- Decompression and follow-up
- Frequently asked questions
- Practical worksheets
THE NEXT STEP BEGINS WITH A DISCUSSION