6 more ways to soothe sciatica pain. Heat and ice aren't the only sciatica soothers. In fact, using a few different pain-relieving techniques at the same time will put you on the fast track to ...

Suddenly, pain shoots down the leg, sitting becomes torture, and every step is a struggle. That's what sciatica feels like.

When sciatica first strikes, cold packs can help numb the area and get you through the worst of the pain. Apply an ice pack to your lower back for 20 minutes at a time, two or three times a day.

Ever been lying in bed at night, trying to doze off, when you suddenly feel a jolt of pain running down your back and into your buttock or leg? Sciatica-related lower back pain is a common problem, ...

Q: I am a 78-year-old woman, and five months ago I came down with sciatica in my left leg, underneath the buttock. It's very painful. I'd like to know whether something can be done to treat it.

Medically reviewed by Theresa Marko, PT, DPT, MS When sciatica pain is severe, it can be difficult to walk properly and ...

Sciatica is not a medical diagnosis, but rather refers to symptoms originating along the sciatic nerve. Piriformis syndrome presents as pain, numbness and associated weakness along the ...

Pulsed radiofrequency provided superior pain reduction and disability improvement out to one year for patients with sciatica, according to a recent study. Photo by kevin120415/ Pixabay ...