What Are The Reasons Behind Sciatica?

Sciatica is a condition which leads to pain in the left or the right leg. When one of the major nerves are put under pressure by the surrounding bones or muscles, Sciatica occurs. Some medical practitioners use the term Radiculopathy to refer to the pain, numbness, tingling sensation and the feeling of weakness associated with Sciatica.

Signs of Sciatica

• Constant pain on one side of the leg.
• Pain originating in the lower back or the buttock
• Pain feels better when you are lying down
• Sharp, “pins-and-needles” type of pain
• Weakness or numbness when moving the leg

What causes Sciatica?

1. Herniated disc: This occurs when the gel-like substance in the disc leaks out and puts pressure on a surrounding nerve root. This compression of the nerve also leads to nerve inflammation, pain and numbness along with tingling sensation.

2. Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: Older adults usually face this type of nerve compression. The affected person feels pain travelling down either leg. The pain tends to shift and change in intensity with respect to body movement.

3. Spondylolisthesis: This disorder usually affects the lumbar (lower) region of the spine. When one vertebra slips over another vertebra, the patient suffers from Spondylolisthesis. It can be caused by spinal degeneration. Trying to lift a heavy object can also lead to this condition.

4. Injury: An injury to the spine or the region around it can also lead to pressure on the nerve roots. Traumatic events like a car crash or sports injury can cause Sciatica.

5. Piriformis Syndrome: This syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscle puts pressure on the sciatic nerve. This muscle is connected to the thigh bone and helps in rotation of the hip. The syndrome occurs when muscle spasm causes compression on the sciatic nerve.

6. Spinal tumour: Tumours or abnormal growth on the spine can cause sciatic pain. Usually, spinal tumours are rare. However, even a minor tumour can cause enormous nerve pain.

Preventing Sciatica 

• Maintain correct posture whenever you stand, walk and sit.
• Do exercise that helps maintain aerobic fitness in the abdominal and spinal muscles.
• Ensure that your back is well supported when seated. 
• Don’t smoke.
• Control your body weight. 

While Sciatica is a serious problem, needlessly worrying about it will not solve it. This is a completely treatable problem. Using massage, physiotherapy and diet control, many people have found relief from Sciatica. To know more about Sciatica and how to treat it, visit the nearest specialized clinic and get expert advice.

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