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Sciatica Causes

The origins and risk factors of sciatica can be related to several underlying causes.

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Spinal Motion Segment: L5-S1 Animation

The L5-S1 spinal motion segment, also called the lumbosacral joint, serves as the transition between the lumbar and sacral regions of the spine in the low back. 

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Sciatica Causes and Symptoms Video

Sciatica is leg pain caused by a problem in the low back. Watch an animated video that details the causes and symptoms of sciatica.

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Spinal Compression Fracture Video

Compression fractures occur most often in the thoracic and lumbar sections of the spine and can be caused by traumatic injury or as a result of osteoporosis.