As mentioned in the previous article, sciatica refers to pain in the lower limbs caused by compression or irritation of the nerve roots that supply the legs at the level of the spine. This article focuses on the causes and treatment of sciatica. The sensory nerves supplying the lower limbs travel to the lumbar…
Summary: Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain accounts for about 30% of chronic lower back pain cases but is often overlooked. This article explains its causes, symptoms, and the latest regenerative treatment options. What is the Sacroiliac Joint? The sacroiliac (SI) joint is an inconspicuous but highly important body structure. Located at the base of the…
The intervertebral disc is the fibrocartilage between the vertebral bodies, and its main function is to absorb the shock of the vertebrae colliding with one another. A normal disc has no sensation of pain, but when the disc degenerates, sensory nerves grow into the disc and cause pain. Research shows that roughly 30 to…
Discogenic pain is a common cause of chronic spinal pain, accounting for approximately 20% to 40% of chronic neck and back pain cases. This article explains its causes, symptoms, diagnostic methods, and treatment options. Discogenic Pain: The Overlooked Root of Spinal Pain When discussing neck and back pain related to spinal discs, many people…
Sciatica is usually caused by a herniated disc. Some patients show no response to medication, physiotherapy, or even surgery. Spinal cord stimulation is a ray of hope for them. Spinal cord stimulation therapy is a very mature technology, with a history of forty years in Europe and the United States. However, there are only…
Sciatica, it turns out, can be divided into real and fake. What is the difference between the two? Is the source of the pain the spinal joints or the buttock muscles? Why does the pain persist even after taking painkillers? Cheng: Dr. Cheng Chi-manLee: Dr. Lee Yuk-ming Cheng: With sciatica,…
