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Sciatica

Dr. Vivek Badhe is a Sciatica diagnosis & treatment specialist located at Khadakpada, Kalyan (W). Top rated sciatica specialist has experience in treating sciatica patients both surgically & non-surgically. Sciatica is a common term to describe low back pain associated with buttock or leg pain. Sciatica can stem from various origins, but its most severe manifestation arises when the spinal nerves comprising the large sciatic nerve encounter irritation or compression due to herniated disc or bone spur. In such cases, surgical intervention for sciatica may be warranted.

About Sciatic Nerve

The Sciatic nerve originates from lumbar & sacral nerve roots. As the largest peripheral nerve in the body, it extends from the lower back through the buttocks and down the back of the leg to the foot, akin to a substantial electrical cable. Its function involves transmitting signals from spine to muscle in the leg.

Risk Factors for Sciatica

  • Age: People in their 3rd to 5th decade are most at risk for herniated discs, those over 60 are at risk for lumbar canal stenosis.

  • Activities such as lifting heavy objects and repetitive spine twisting increase susceptibility.

  • Sitting for long periods puts significant compressive load in the lumbar discs, which can cause progressive disc  buldge, which may lead to sciatica.

  • Family history and genetic predisposition may play a role.

  • Sedentary lifestyles, extended driving periods, & smoking contribute to the risk.

  • Stressful activities, obesity, arthritis and pregnancy are additional factors.

  • Back pain can also be influenced by psychological factors, fatigue, substance abuse and mental issues like stress, anxiety or depression.

Symptoms of Sciatica

  • Radiating pain, tingling, numbness extending from the buttocks down the leg.

  • Stabbing, knife-like pain experience in the lower back or buttock.

  • Thigh cramping sensation.

  • Muscle weakness.

  • Pins & needles sensation in the feet or legs.

  • Burning sensation in the leg.

When should you visit Mukund Spine Clinic

  • Your sciatica pain is severe or gets significantly worse and spreads down your legs.

  • Pain is associated with

    • Numbness, weakness or tingling in legs, buttocks or genitals

    • Loss of control over bowel & bladder function

    • Fever, unexplained weight loss or other signs of illness

  • Your pain has not started to improve within a week.

  • Causes difficulty in walking, standing or moving

  • Is worse at night or worse when you lie down.

Book an Appointment

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