Sciatica is a feeling of pain that spreads along the hip nerve. It often occurs as a result of pressure on the hip nerve due to osteoarthritis, swelling caused by ligament sprains, or nerve damage caused by diabetes, hematoma, or spinal tumor.
This pressure causes inflammation and pain and is often accompanied by numbness in the injured leg, complications of joint roughness, or injuries that can cause inflammation of the hip nerve.
Although pain associated with sciatica can disappear with treatment within weeks to months, in some cases it may become dangerous, and surgical intervention is required.
Symptoms
1- Acute pain and leg spasms
2- Tingling sensation or burning down the leg
3- Pain in the lower back
4- The pain is like a lightning strike or sometimes an electric shock.
5- The pain grows worse with sitting for a long time
Risk factors
1- Aging
2- Obesity
3- Functions involving lifting heavy loads or driving a car for a long time
4- Sitting for long periods
5- Diabetes mellitus
Complications
- Loss of muscle strength in the injured leg
- Problems with the intestine or bladder
- Permanent nerve damage
- Loss of control over urination or defecation
Prevention
- When sitting for long periods, choose a seat with a comfortable stent for the lower back area
- Cold or hot compresses in the place of pain
- light exercises and stretching exercises
- Avoid standing for a long time
- Keep the back straight and knees bent when carrying heavy objects
- Some cases require medication treatment or physiotherapy sessions under the supervision of a specialist.
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