Don't Ignore This Leg Pain: Is It Sciatica?

Not all leg pain is sciatica, but a lot of it is. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body. It leaves the lower part of the spine and runs down the back of each leg, so when something irritates it, you can feel it all the way down.

What Dr. Richard covers

• Why leg pain can start in the lower back
• Common reasons the sciatic nerve gets irritated: disc problems, degeneration, inflammation and spinal misalignments
• What it can feel like: sharp or shooting pain, burning, a dull ache, numbness, tingling or weakness
• Why it’s important to get checked before it gets worse

Dr. Richard has had sciatica himself, so he knows how miserable it is. Learn more about sciatica care in Monterey, or book an appointment and we’ll find out what’s going on.