Joint Neural Pain

Sciatica

Sciatica is radiating pain along the sciatic nerve from lower back to leg, usually due to nerve root compression or irritation.

Overview

Clinical and Ayurvedic guidance for sciatica.

Compression or inflammation of lumbosacral roots affects sciatic nerve conduction and causes neuropathic pain distribution.

Herniated disc
Disc material impinges nerve root and triggers radicular pain.
Spinal stenosis
Narrowed canal compresses neural structures.
Piriformis syndrome
Piriformis muscle irritation can compress nearby sciatic nerve.
Degenerative or traumatic causes
Disc degeneration and injuries can alter biomechanics and nerve space.

Sedentary lifestyle and poor posture
Long sitting and weak core support increase spinal loading.
Obesity and pregnancy
Mechanical pressure may increase nerve irritation.
Repetitive strain
Occupational stress and poor movement patterns worsen recurrence.

Calm aggravated vata and reduce inflammatory burden.
Use warm nourishing foods and avoid cold-dry aggravators.
Add herbal support such as ashwagandha, guggul, nirgundi, and ginger as advised.
Use abhyanga, swedana, yoga stretches, and posture correction routines.