Sciatica

What is Sciatica? The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body, going from the base of the spine, through the buttocks, down the leg, and into the feet. This important nerve controls the muscles of the buttocks, hips, and thighs.  Sciatica is a painful condition characterized by irritation of the sciatic nerve. [...]

What is Sciatica? Sciatica is caused by the compression of the sciatic nerve, which branches from your lower back, through your hips, and goes down into your legs. This nerve compression triggers pain in the lower back, buttocks, and leg. For some people, sciatica causes mild irritation. For others, the pain can be so [...]