Sciatica

One of the causes of sciatica is piriformis syndrome. Learn about this condition, including why it occurs, treatments and more.

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What are some of the signs that your sciatica needs immediate professional care? Learn to recognize the warning signs, and make sure you get treatment right away.

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Are you at risk?

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Your job, genes and age are just some of the risk factors for getting sciatica. Find out more about the other risk factors here.

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Sciatica is actually a symptom of a spine disorder. Get to know the sciatic nerve, common causes of sciatica and how doctors diagnose it.

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Once the reason for your sciatica has been diagnosed and your doctor's approved, try these exercises designed to help with sciatica pain. They're broken down neatly according to the cause of the pain.

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Tests and diagnosis

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How can a doctor determine what's causing your sciatica? This slightly tongue-in-cheek article nicely describes the steps your doctor might take to arrive at a diagnosis.

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Looking for simple ways to avoid sciatica? Here are some easy to follow tips to stop sciatica before it starts.

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Speed read on sciatica

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Quick reading material on sciatica. For when you need info but don't have the time.

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Though it might sound like semantics (especially when you are pain), pregnancy actually doesn't cause sciatica. Find out what that pain really is, and get great tips here.

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Understanding sciatica

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Watch this video to get a great overview of sciatica, including how it's caused and the parts of the spine involved.

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Sciatica pain can be felt both in different ways and in different areas of the legs. All these provide clues to pinpointing where the sciatic nerve is affected. Learn more here.

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Suffering from sciatica pain?

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Take heart! This site offers a comprehensive look at many options for treating sciatica pain, including medications, surgery and alternative treatments.

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