Living With Back Pain and Sciatica

Back pain is one of the most common causes of long-term discomfort and disability. Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve is irritated or compressed, often causing sharp, shooting pain, numbness, or tingling down one leg.

Treatment often includes pain relief medication, physiotherapy, injections, or surgery in more severe cases. For some people, pain persists despite these interventions, affecting sleep, mobility, and mood.

Ongoing pain can lead to frustration, reduced activity, and reliance on medication that may not fully address symptoms.