A sharp jolt of pain that shoots from your lower back down your leg. A burning or tingling sensation that makes it ...

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 ...

Movement can be an effective treatment for back pain. Try these beginner-friendly poses to get started. Movement can be an effective treatment for back pain. Try these beginner-friendly poses to get ...

Dr. Alba Coraini (Neurology): A 30-year-old woman was evaluated in the neurology clinic of this hospital because of back pain and leg stiffness. The patient had been in her usual state of health until ...

Spinal discs work like shock absorbers in your back, absorbing the impact from your daily activity. They can wear out as you get older, which in some people causes only mild discomfort, but seriously ...

Q: My 60-year-old girlfriend had sudden severe lower-back pain and leg pain and swelling. She was diagnosed with sciatica by a doctor in the emergency room and sent home with Valium and Percocet. One ...