Compression of the sciatic nerve causes a condition known as sciatica, which can result in pain that travels along the nerve pathway down till ankles. The pain can be felt at any part from the lower back, through the hips and buttocks, and down each leg. It’s not a disease, but a symptom of an underlying issue like a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or arthritis pressing on the nerve.

Common Symptoms of Sciatica:

• Sharp or burning pain in the lower back, buttock, or leg
• Numbness, tingling, or “pins and needles” in the leg or foot
• Muscle weakness in the affected leg or difficulty moving the leg
• Worsened pain with prolonged sitting, walking, or bending
• Pain usually felt in one leg, but can affect both in rare cases