A sudden pull while lifting a laundry basket can make ordinary tasks feel uncertain. The useful first step is not to select a treatment by name, but to work out what your symptoms require.
At an initial appointment, a physiotherapist may ask when the pain began, whether it followed a particular movement, what makes it better or worse, and how it affects sleep, work and walking.
They should also ask about symptoms in your legs and any relevant medical history. Writing down the main changes before you attend can make the consultation more precise and prevent important details being forgotten.