The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body that extends from the lower back all the way down the back of the leg, explains Rohan Desai, M.D., an orthopedic spine surgeon with the New York ...

If you’ve ever dealt with sciatica, you know it can be a big pain in the butt… or lower back, legs, and even toes. Because the ache stems from a nerve that runs from the base of your spine all the way ...

This gentle 20 minute yoga practice is designed for anyone suffering from back pain and sciatica pain. Its very important ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images There’s nothing fun about sciatica, or any lower back pain for that matter, ...

Sciatica affects many pregnant women. The belly increases in size as the baby grows and when the baby’s head or the uterus puts pressure against the sciatic nerve, a main nerve that travels from the ...

Sciatica pain begins in your lower back and moves down the legs. Some moves can help relieve the pain. These can include a seated glute stretch and a standing hamstring stretch. Sciatic nerve pain can ...

Dear Doctor K: I have sciatica. Is it safe for me to ride a stationary bike for exercise? Dear Reader: Sciatica is persistent pain felt along the sciatic nerve. This nerve runs from the lower back, ...

You've likely heard of sciatica before. The shooting pain that runs down your lower back, buttocks and leg can disrupt your daily routine and linger for months. But if you've tried traditional ...