Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sciatica
noun
/saɪˈætɪkə/
Definition
Sciatica refers to pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve, which branches from the lower back through the hips and buttocks and down each leg.
Examples
- Many people experience sciatica as a result of prolonged sitting.
- Physical therapy can be an effective treatment for sciatica symptoms.
- She was diagnosed with sciatica after complaining of pain in her leg.
Meaning
The term ‘sciatica’ is primarily used to describe a specific type of nerve pain that affects the lower back and legs, often resulting from a herniated disk, bone spur, or spinal stenosis.
Synonyms
- nerve pain
- lumbar radiculopathy
- lower back pain
