sciatica
noun
sci·at·i·ca
sī-ˈa-ti-kə 
: pain along the course of a sciatic nerve especially in the back of the thigh
broadly
: pain in the lower back, buttocks, hips, or adjacent parts
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Common conditions that can cause back pain with walking include degenerative disc disease, sciatica, and spinal stenosis.
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Jennifer Steinhoff, Verywell Health, 22 Oct. 2024
The cushioned insole provides great arch support that makes the shoes comfy even for customers with sciatica and bad knees.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2024
Traveling with sciatica can be a huge pain in the butt—literally.
—Kaitlyn McInnis, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2024
Kelsey said the second pregnancy was more difficult, experiencing sciatica, Braxton-Hicks contractions and an aversion to chicken.
—Kyle Melnick, Washington Post, 7 Sep. 2023
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Jennifer Steinhoff, Verywell Health, 22 Oct. 2024
The cushioned insole provides great arch support that makes the shoes comfy even for customers with sciatica and bad knees.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2024
Traveling with sciatica can be a huge pain in the butt—literally.
—Kaitlyn McInnis, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2024
Kelsey said the second pregnancy was more difficult, experiencing sciatica, Braxton-Hicks contractions and an aversion to chicken.
—Kyle Melnick, Washington Post, 7 Sep. 2023
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“Sciatica.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sciatica. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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sciatica
noun
sci·at·i·ca
sī-ˈat-i-kə
: pain along the course of a sciatic nerve especially in the back of the thigh
also
: pain in or near the hips
Medical Definition
sciatica
noun
sci·at·i·ca
sī-ˈat-i-kə
: pain along the course of a sciatic nerve especially in the back of the thigh caused by compression, inflammation, or reflex mechanisms
broadly
: pain in the lower back, buttocks, hips, or adjacent parts
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