
Sciatica in Both Legs: Causes and What It Means
Sciatica in both legs can signal cauda equina syndrome, spinal stenosis or a central disc herniation. Learn the red flags,
Evidence-based articles on spine, joint and chronic pain recovery — written and medically reviewed by Dr. Vivek Arora, MPT (20+ years clinical experience).

Sciatica in both legs can signal cauda equina syndrome, spinal stenosis or a central disc herniation. Learn the red flags,

Can sciatica cause knee pain? Yes. Irritated lumbar nerve roots refer pain to the knee. Learn how to tell referred

Is walking good for sciatica? A physical therapist reviews what the evidence actually shows, how far and how fast to

How long does sciatica last? A physical therapist explains the realistic four to six week timeline, what makes recovery slower,

Wondering what sciatica feels like? Learn the 7 telltale sensations — radiating leg pain, tingling, numbness and weakness — plus

Piriformis syndrome vs true sciatica: the symptom differences, the sitting clue, when a scan is worth it, and what to

Lower back pain when leaning back? Use 5 home self-checks to tell facet, stenosis and

Sciatic nerve stretches that calm leg pain, plus 2 that flare it. A physical therapist’s

Burning sensation in lower back? Use 5 quick self-checks to tell nerve, muscle, skin and