Dr. Carrie Jose, in her latest Health and Wellness column, explains the difference between piriformis syndrome and sciatica.

Sciatica is a condition that causes pain in the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down to the legs. This can result in discomfort, numbness, and a tingling feeling in the affected area ...

typically between 40 and 50 years Metabolic conditions like diabetes or obesity also may contribute to the risk, but there's no clear evidence of the relationship. You can suspect you have ulnar nerve ...

The piriformis originates from the tailbone and can irritate the sciatic nerve if it becomes inflamed. Increasing the stretch gradually over time will allow a person’s range of movement to expand.

It is impossible to understand the nuances in this series without the benefit of a developmental framework. Adolescence is the bridge between childhood and adulthood. Whilst some cross this bridge ...

So far, however, the engineering of nerve-inspired systems that operate at biologically compatible frequencies and realistically replicate the function of nerves has proved challenging. Researchers at ...

Sciatica pain refers to the discomfort a damaged nerve along the sciatic nerve can cause, which extends from the buttocks down through each leg. The condition typically occurs from a herniated ...

Sciatica pain can occur anywhere along the sciatic nerve, including the hip, buttocks, and leg. It typically affects one side. Hip pain due to other causes may only affect the hip and require ...