Sciatica

Sciatica - essentially, sciatic nerve pain -- can be a confusing term. While a relatively common medical term used for nerve irritation within the low back, sciatic pain is not always from the sciatic nerve per se. So-called sciatica stems from the back and radiates down the leg, often with associated numbness, tingling, and weakness. Check here for more information about what causes sciatic nerve pain and possible treatments for pain relief.