PNS Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
What is sciatica?
A
Pain along the path of the sciatic nerve (buttocks to toes)
- diagnosis —> SLR test
—> imaging
2
Q
What are some causes of sciatica?
A
L1/S5
1. Slipped disc
2. Foraminal stenosis
3. Spondylolisthesis
4. Bone issues —> metastatic disease/arthritis/growth
5. Piriformis syndrome
3
Q
What are the treatment options for sciatica?
A
- Pain killers
- Stretches
- Epidural injection (sacral hiatus)
- Discectomy
