11/15/2025
Most people say they have “sciatica”… but did you know there are two very different types? 👇🔥
➡️ TRUE SCIATICA comes from irritation or compression of the nerve roots in the lower spine — causing numbness, tingling, sharp pain, and even weakness down the leg. This is a spinal issue. 🧠
➡️🦵Pseudo-Sciatica isn’t from the spine at all. It’s usually caused by a tight piriformis muscle deep in the glutes pressing on the sciatic nerve — a condition known as Piriformis Syndrome. Same nerve, very different source. 🍑⚡️
Understanding the difference is the key to proper treatment… because if you treat piriformis syndrome like true sciatica, you may never get relief.
If your leg symptoms aren’t improving, get assessed — the cause matters. 🙌
