What is Sciatica?

Sciatica is pain that travels from the lower back down to the leg due to irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve.

Causes

• Disc herniation (slipped disc)

• Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal)

• Bone spurs

• Muscle spasm (especially piriformis)

• Degenerative spine changes

How Treatment Works

Sciatica treatment aims to reduce nerve inflammation, relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve, and strengthen the spine. This is usually done through:

• Medication for pain & inflammation

• Physiotherapy to improve mobility

• Targeted injections like nerve root blocks

• Advanced options such as endoscopy or minimally invasive spine surgery (only if needed)