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Sciatica Causes

The origins and risk factors of sciatica can be related to several underlying causes.

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Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)

Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a condition where the spinal discs in the lower back deteriorate, leading to pain and discomfort.

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Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease Treatment Animation

Cervical degenerative disc disease is a condition where age related wear and tear of a cervical spinal disc makes it lose water and become flatter, stiffer, and less capable of absorbing stresses. 

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Sciatica Causes and Symptoms Video

Sciatica is leg pain caused by a problem in the low back. Watch an animated video that details the causes and symptoms of sciatica.

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Lumbar Herniated Disc Video

A herniated disc in the lumbar spine can put pressure on spinal nerve roots, causing pain in the lower back or legs.

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Spinal Motion Segment: L5-S1 Animation

The L5-S1 spinal motion segment, also called the lumbosacral joint, serves as the transition between the lumbar and sacral regions of the spine in the low back.