The sciatic nerve starts from the lower back to each leg through hips and buttocks. Sciatica occurs due to the pain in the sciatic nerve that passes down the leg.
Causes
- Pinching of sciatic nerve due to bone overgrowth or herniated disc
- Spinal tumor
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Sedentary lifestyle (sitting for a prolonged duration)
Symptoms
- Sudden & severe pain in the leg or lower back that may excruciate after a while
- Numbness or tingling
- Muscle weakness
- Sharp or burning sensation
- Bladder or bowel dysfunction in severe cases
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