Musculoskeletal
Sciatica
Nerve-root pain radiating down the leg, often from disc prolapse.
Overview
Nerve-root pain radiating down the leg, often from disc prolapse.
Also known as: lumbar radiculopathy, pinched nerve
In-depth guidance
A structured clinical overview of Sciatica — symptoms, red flags, causes, and care pathways — is being prepared by our clinical reviewers. In the meantime:
⚠ When to seek urgent care
Sudden severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, chest pain, confusion, fainting, severe bleeding, or any rapidly worsening illness need urgent assessment. Call your local emergency number.