Sciatica is becoming increasingly common, but it is also increasingly understood. Evidence from top ranked universities in ...

Sciatica is more than a simple backache. It is a biological warning signal that indicates a problem with the largest nerve in ...

That shooting, tingling pain running down your lower back and leg might seem like typical back pain, but it could be something much more specific and often more painful, a condition called sciatica.

A person’s back and feet may hurt for various reasons, including sciatic nerve issues, unsuitable footwear, and problems with posture and foot structure. Some causes of a sore back and feet may ...

A reader of this column recently wrote to me with the following question: “I’m getting physical therapy for lower back pain and sciatica that is said to be from ‘piriformis syndrome.' My treatment has ...