Hello my name is Laurie Foster and I am 62 (male). Ive had on and off lower back pain (herniated disc) for many years. I recently had a long bout of coughing with a chest infection and it has triggered new pain in my left buttock and is getting worse. My GP says it is sciatic pain and has recommended physiotherapy. I also notice my ham stings are tight and painful Wouls I benefit from some form of back surgery?