Sciatica is a condition caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the thickest and longest nerve in your body. It extends from your lower back down to your feet. If the sciatic nerve is compressed or inflamed, it can cause sciatica. Sciatica can be very painful and cause stabbing, burning, and shooting pains as well as tingling, numbness, and weakness in the buttocks, legs, feet, and toes. It can sometimes be the cause of back pain, too. Symptoms can be made worse when ... [Read More]
Sciatica Pain Treatment
What Triggers Sciatica?
Sciatic pain is very distinct in that it can radiate from the top all the way to the bottom of the sciatic nerve – from the lower back to the toes. Sciatica usually affects only one leg, although it can affect both legs. Telltale signs of sciatica include pain and/or numbness in the lower back, buttock, and leg. The pain can be very severe and can cause bladder and mobility issues. The twin sciatic nerves (one on each side) are the longest nerves in the body. This nerve can be pinched or ... [Read More]
Living With Sciatica Pain
Are you experiencing radiating pain in your lower extremities? Does the pain travel from your lower back to your buttocks, legs, and feet? If you answered yes, you may be suffering from sciatica pain. Sciatica pain is often misinterpreted as simple lower back pain caused by conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, or a pulled muscle. However, sciatica pain is different from all of these conditions. Sciatica pain is caused by a disturbance to the sciatic nerve, which is a major nerve that ... [Read More]
