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Sciatica

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Sciatica, also called ischias syndrome or lumboischialgia (the latter usually in Hungarian literature), refers to a type of low back pain which is neurological in nature and radiates to the legs below the knees. It occurs due to compression of spinal roots, most frequently due to spinal disc herniation.

Clinical features

  • Low back pain
  • Decreased lumbar lordosis
  • Antalgic gait
  • Paravertebral muscle spasm
  • Restricted lumbar movements
  • Neurological symptoms (usually follow L5/S1 distribution)
    • Pain radiating to the legs
    • Paraesthesia in the legs