Patient presents with chief complaint of lumbar pain radiating to the leg, consistent with lumbar radiculopathy.  Symptoms include lower back pain, sciatica, radiating pain down the leg, numbness, tingling, and muscle weakness.  Onset of pain was [Date of Onset] and is described as [Character of Pain: e.g., sharp, burning, aching].  Pain is aggravated by [Aggravating Factors: e.g., bending, lifting, sitting] and alleviated by [Alleviating Factors: e.g., rest, ice, heat].  Patient reports [Frequency and Duration of Pain: e.g., constant, intermittent, lasting X minutes/hours].  Physical examination reveals [Objective Findings: e.g., positive straight leg raise test, diminished reflexes, muscle weakness in [Affected Muscle Group], limited range of motion in the lumbar spine].  Neurological examination demonstrates [Specific Neurological Findings: e.g., sensory deficits in [Affected Dermatome], motor deficits in [Affected Myotome]].  Differential diagnosis includes herniated disc, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, and facet joint syndrome.  Assessment is lumbar radiculopathy, likely secondary to [Suspected Etiology: e.g., herniated disc at L4-L5].  Plan includes [Treatment Plan: e.g., conservative management with physical therapy, NSAIDs, referral to pain management, consideration for MRI lumbar spine to confirm diagnosis and rule out other pathologies].  Patient education provided regarding proper body mechanics, activity modification, and pain management strategies.  Follow-up scheduled in [Duration] to assess response to treatment.