Sciatica
Also called: sciatic neuritis
Pain radiating along the sciatic nerve, which runs down one or both legs from the lower back.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Usually self-diagnosable
- Lab tests or imaging rarely required
- Medium-term: resolves within months
It's usually caused when a herniated disk or bone spur in the spine presses on the nerve.
Very common: More than 3 million US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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Jan 31, 2024 · Sciatica refers to pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve travels from the buttocks and down each leg.
May 21, 2023 · Sciatica pain happens because of pressure on the affected nerve(s). Most people describe sciatica pain as burning or like an electric shock.
Sciatica, or sciatic neuritis, refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling down one or both legs caused by injury or pressure to the sciatic nerve.
Sciatica is a pain that originates along the sciatic nerve, which extends from the back of the pelvis down the back of the thigh.