Sciatica

Sciatica is a symptom caused by pressure or irritation on the sciatic nerve. Prolapsed intervertebral discs are the most common cause of sciatica, which can compress the sciatic nerve and result in sciatica.

Other reasons for sciatica include spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and piriformis syndrome, which may pinch or compress the sciatic nerve and lead to sciatica.

Patients with sciatica may experience radiating pain, abnormal sensations (e.g. tingling or numbness), muscle weakness, abnormal reflexes, and gait abnormalities, etc.

Back Pain

Back pain, particularly lower back pain, is very common.

Back pain can have many causes such as muscle strain, sprain, degeneration, disc problems, poor posture, muscle weakness, arthritis, or a sign of fracture, infection, or tumor.

Regular exercise and good posture are crucial for reducing back pain.