Pelvic Pain And Sciatica
Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or compression of the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of another medical problem, not a medical condition on its own.
Alternative Names
Neuropathy - sciatic nerve; Sciatic nerve dysfunction
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Sciatica occurs when there is pressure or damage to the sciatic nerve. This nerve starts in the spine and runs down the back of each leg. This nerve controls the...
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Back Pain and Sciatica: Treatment for Acute Low Back Pain
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Exercise and Physical TherapyThe Role of Physical TherapyPhysical therapy with a trained professional may be useful if pain has not improved after 3... Read more »
Back Pain and Sciatica: Causes
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and CausesThe origin of the pain is often unknown, and imaging studies may fail to determine its cause. Disk disease, spinal arthritis, and muscle... Read more »
Back Pain and Sciatica: Risk Factors
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In most known cases, pain begins with an injury, after lifting a heavy object, or after making a sudden movement. Not all people have back pain after... Read more »
Back Pain and Sciatica: Medications and Alternative Treatments...
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Surgery and Invasive ProceduresThe health care provider should give patients complete information on the expected course of their low back pain and... Read more »
Back Pain and Sciatica: Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain
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Other TreatmentsA number of complementary and alternative treatments are used to relieve back pain. Complementary means it is used together with... Read more »
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