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Understanding Sciatica Pain
- Sciatica is pain along the sciatic nerve, often due to a herniated disc or spinal stenosis. Symptoms include sharp, shooting pain from the lower back down the leg.
Treatment Options
- Conservative Treatments: Rest, physical therapy, NSAIDs like ibuprofen, and muscle relaxants.
- Home Care: Heat/cold therapy and gentle stretching exercises.
- Advanced Treatments: Corticosteroid injections or nerve blocks if pain persists.
- Surgery: Considered for severe cases unresponsive to other treatments.
Lifestyle and Prevention
- Maintain good posture, exercise regularly, and manage weight to prevent recurrence.
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