SYMPTOMS OF SCIATICA AND HOW TO OVERCOME IT NATURALLY
WHAT IS SCIATICA ? Sciatica is a common condition characterized by pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the lower back and legs. SIMPLE DEFINITION Sciatica is a symptom, not a medical condition. It occurs when the sciatic nerve, the longest nerve in the body, is irritated or compressed. CAUSES 1. *Herniated disc*: Discs in the spine can bulge or rupture, putting pressure on the sciatic nerve. 2. *Degenerative disc disease*: Wear and tear on the spinal discs can cause sciatica. 3. *Spondylolisthesis*: A condition where a vertebra slips out of place, compressing the sciatic nerve. 4. *Piriformis syndrome*: The piriformis muscle in the buttocks can compress the sciatic nerve. 5. *Trauma*: A sudden injury, such as a fall or car accident, can cause sciatica. 6. *Spinal stenosis*: Narrowing of the spinal canal can put pressure on the sciatic nerve. 7. *Tumors*: Rarely, tumors in the spine or pelvis can compress the sciatic nerve. SYMPT...