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If you've ever had low-back pain, chances are you've heard of sciatica. You might have even labeled your pain as sciatica.
But while it originates in the lower back, it's characterized by pain or burning in the buttocks and legs. And in some cases, sciatica can progress to leg weakness that can affect your quality of life.
The good news is that most people find relief from sciatica through non-surgical treatments, and yon can take steps to ease or avoid the pain altogether. "If someone really has leg pain extending below the knee, they should have a medical evaluation because of the risk of motor weakness and the fact that there are potentially serious causes of...
