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What is Sciatica? What causes it and how do you treat it?

Submitted by Jass Sidhu on

Sciatica is defined as pain or discomfort associated with the sciatic nerve. This occurs when there is pressure or damage to the sciatic nerve. Pain usually originates at the lower back, and runs down the hamstring, calf & into the foot.

What causes Sciatica?
Sciatica can be caused by a large number of things, from trauma to the back/areas of the body associated with the sciatic nerve, to muscle strains. Below is a list of specific, common causes of sciatica;

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