When do sciatic symptoms indicate a medical emergency?
Cauda equina syndrome, which can be caused by the dysfunction of bowel and bladder functions, continuous weakness of legs, and saddle anesthesia, is quite serious and calls for immediate medical...
When should I seek professional care for Sciatica?
It can be quite difficult to diagnose Sciatica on one’s own. Hence, it is imperative to seek the help of a medical professional. Call your doctor if you experience any...
Is it possible to prevent sciatica?
Sciatica may or may not recur, and prevention is not always possible. But you can always protect your back using the following methods: Special attention needs to be paid to...
Can sciatica cause any complications?
It is a very occurrence that sciatica causes complications. But, in case it happens, it can include: Irreversible damage to nerves Permanent numbness and weakness in the affected leg Loss...
What are the risk factors of sciatica?
The risk factors are: Age: The common causes of sciatica are the age-related changes that occur in the spine. Ex: herniated discs, bone spurs, etc. Obesity: Obesity is another cause...
What causes sciatica?
“A pinched nerve” is a better definition for Sciatica. It affects the lower spinal nerve(s). The nerves may be pinched either inside or outside of the canal as it runs...
Is bed rest good for sciatica?
Bed rest is the most common solution given for sciatica. However, keep in mind that bed rest for a long period of time can worsen the pain. Hence, when the...
Does sciatica get worse before it gets better?
Treatments like physiotherapy can relieve sciatica pain. However, it can aggravate the pain before alleviating it. But certainly, it will improve. Doing sciatica-specific exercises will also be needed. They are...
What does sciatica pain feel like?
It originates from lumbar to the butt and radiates down to the back of the leg. The discomfort can be felt anywhere on the nerve path, but especially from the...
Does Sciatica Ever Go Away?
Sciatica is a piercing pain or inflammation in the sciatic nerve. It will normally subside in a few weeks. It is not very often that it leads to ailments which...
How to sleep with sciatica?
A few changes and tips will help you have a good night’s sleep: A good mattress can guarantee you better sleep. A mattress is not the source of sciatic problems,...
Does sciatica go away on its own?
In most of the cases, home remedies and rest helps improve sciatica. If you have only mild pain that doesn’t hinder your daily activities, one of the following or a...
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