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Sciatica: What's Actually Causing That Shooting Pain Down Your Leg
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Sciatica: What's Actually Causing That Shooting Pain Down Your Leg

Sciatica is nerve pain that radiates from the lower back down through the buttock and leg, usually because a herniated disc or spinal stenosis is pressing on the sciatic nerve. Most cases settle within a few weeks with conservative care, and surgery…

Apr 28, 2026 · 7 min read