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Sciatica - Coggle Diagram
Sciatica
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Clinical Features
Radiating pain (sharp, shooting)
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Management
Conservative: Rest, physiotherapy, NSAIDs, muscle relaxants
Physical therapy: Core strengthening, posture correction
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Affected Nerve Roots
L4 root: Weak quadriceps, ↓ knee jerk
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S1 root: Weak plantar flexion, ↓ ankle jerk
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Pathophysiology
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→ Leads to nerve inflammation, edema, and pain transmission along the sciatic nerve