Published on: 2025-09-27 | Written by: Dr. Hadeer Hossam Abdel Qader Physical Therapy
Dr. Hadeer Hossam emphasizes that back pain and sciatica are among the most common health problems, significantly affecting daily activity and limiting natural mobility.
Dr. Hadeer Hossam explains that the main cause of sciatica is pressure on the sciatic nerve, leading to pain that radiates from the lower back down to the buttocks and legs, often accompanied by numbness or muscle weakness.
Dr. Hadeer Hossam confirms that correct diagnosis is a crucial step, carried out through a comprehensive clinical examination and imaging such as MRI to precisely determine the location and degree of nerve compression.
Dr. Hadeer Hossam warns that treatment varies depending on the severity of the condition. It may include pain-relief medications, physical therapy to strengthen muscles, and in advanced cases, surgical intervention when conservative methods fail.
Dr. Hadeer Hossam stresses that prevention begins with a healthy lifestyle, such as regular exercise, maintaining an ideal weight, and avoiding prolonged sitting or standing to reduce the risk of recurrence.