Please see the index below for a list of all our articles on Sciatica.
If you are new to the subject, we recommend starting with: What You Need to Know About Sciatica
Piriformis Syndrome Surgery
When piriformis syndrome pain doesn’t resolve with conservative treatment, an orthopedic surgeon may be consulted for surgery to manage piriformis muscle pain.
Piriformis Syndrome Treatment
Treatment for piriformis syndrome focuses on reducing buttock and leg pain, stabilizing the hip and thigh, and improving mobility in the hip. Surgical treatment for piriformis syndrome is very rare.
When is surgery necessary for piriformis syndrome? Surgery for piriformis syndrome is considered a last resort after nonsurgical treatments have failed.
Sciatic Nerve and Sciatica
Understand the sciatic nerve and gain insights into sciatica, including its causes, symptoms, and effective treatment options.
Sciatica Causes
The origins and risk factors of sciatica can be related to several underlying causes.
Sciatica First Aid
Treatment for acute sciatica symptoms may be done at home and typically do not require a doctor’s prescription. Learn about the medications, massages, and other techniques to relieve sciatic nerve pain.
Sciatica Surgery
There are several surgical options available to treat sciatica. It is important to learn the risks, recovery time, and success rates of each.
Sciatica Symptoms
There are several symptoms commonly associated with sciatica, as well as a few less common ones.
Sciatica Treatment
Treatment options for sciatica include physical therapy, medication, epidural steroid injections, and surgery.
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