Why does my butt and leg hurt? Sciatica explained.

Sciatica is a condition characterized by pain radiating along the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down through the buttocks and into the legs. It typically occurs when the nerve is compressed or irritated, leading to sharp, shooting pain, numbness or tingling sensations in the lower back, buttocks, and legs. This video discusses common causes and ways to diagnosis it. Its important to note that Sciatica can significantly impact daily activities and mobility, requiring proper diagnosis and management for relief. #thespineguy #sciatica #DrBrianSu #BrianSuMD #buttockandlegpain #whatmimicssciatica #discherniation #facetcyst #pinchednerve #referredpain #numbness #pinsandneedles #tingling #sciaticnerve #femoralnerve #lumbarstenosis #spondylolisthesis #epiduralsteroidinjection #lumbarfacetjointsyndrome #SIJointDisfunction #hiparthritis #piriformissyndrome #MRINeurogram #radiculopathy #Femorica Dr. Brian W. Su, MD Spine Surgeon Co-Medical Director of Spine Surgery | Marin Health Medical Center Director | Marin Healthcare District Board Chairman | Marin Specialty Surgery Center Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/brian-su-md-larkspur Contact: 415-925-8200 (Call for Video Appointments with Dr. Su) https://www.mymarinhealth.org/find-a-provider/brian-w-su-md/ FTC: This video is not sponsored. Disclaimer: This video is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment or medical advice. Information obtained from this video should not be taken in lieu of your own medical provider's advice and treatment plan. Please consult directly with a physician or other healthcare professional regarding any diagnosis or treatment plan options. Content provided on this YouTube channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for advice from a healthcare professional. The statements made about specific products throughout this video are not to diagnose , treat, cure or prevent disease.