Radiculitis: What It Is, Where It Hurts, and What Types Exist
What lies behind the word "radiculitis," where it hurts in the lumbar and thoracic forms, how radicular pain manifests, and when it's time to see a neurologist.
What lies behind the word "radiculitis," where it hurts in the lumbar and thoracic forms, how radicular pain manifests, and when it's time to see a neurologist.
The sciatic nerve runs from the lower back to the foot, and its irritation causes pain in the buttock and leg. We explain the mechanism, symptoms, and causes of sciatica.
Back pain, especially in the lower back, is a common complaint: it often resolves within a few weeks. Sometimes the pain is caused by a disc herniation or sciatica, and some symptoms require prompt attention.