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Sciatica Pain

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Sciatica pain refers to discomfort, pain, or other sensations that originate in the lower back and radiate down the back of one leg. It occurs due to compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, which is the longest nerve in the body and runs from the lower back through the buttocks and down each leg. Sciatica pain is often caused by conditions like herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or other spinal abnormalities that put pressure on the nerve.

The pain associated with sciatica can vary widely, ranging from a mild ache to sharp, shooting pain. It typically follows the path of the sciatic nerve, starting in the lower back or buttocks and traveling down the leg, sometimes reaching the foot. In addition to pain, individuals might experience numbness, tingling, or weakness in the leg or foot on the affected side.

Activities like sitting, standing, walking, or even coughing or sneezing can exacerbate sciatica pain. Diagnosis involves identifying the underlying cause of the nerve compression through medical evaluation and possibly imaging tests. Treatment options may include rest, pain relief medications, physical therapy, exercises to relieve pressure on the nerve, and in severe cases, epidural injections or surgical interventions to address the root cause of the compression.

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