Recovery from Back Pain with Sciatica (IMAGE) University of Utah Health Caption For people who experience back pain with sciatica, meaning their pain radiates into their leg, it may be worthwhile to start physical therapy right away, according to new research by scientists at University of Utah Health. Credit Karolina Grabowska, Pexels Usage Restrictions With credit License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.