Sciatic nerve syndrome (SNS) is a group of symptoms that can be caused by problems with the sciatic nerve, which is located in the lower part of the spine. This nerve is responsible for transmitting signals from the legs to the brain and can sometimes become problematic due to injury or disease. SUD may include the following symptoms:
- Pain in the buttocks, thighs, legs or feet, usually on one side of the body. The pain may radiate down the leg and into the calf. It can occur when sitting, walking, or lying down.
- Numbness in the legs and pain in