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QQ Can I do something at home to relieve sciatica pain?

ON. Sciatica is a condition that causes pain that radiates down the buttocks and leg. It occurs when either of the two sciatic nerves in your body, which run from your back to your toes, is compressed or irritated. Most of the time, the problem is caused by a ruptured disc or arthritis in the lower spine. This condition can be very painful, but there are some strategies you can use at home to help alleviate your discomfort.

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