sciatica

[sahy-at-i-kuh]

noun

Pathology.

1. pain and tenderness at some points of the sciatic nerve, usually caused by a prolapsed intervertebral disk; sciatic neuralgia.

2. any painful disorder extending from the hip down the back of the thigh and surrounding area.

sciatica

/ saɪˈætɪkə /

noun

1. a form of neuralgia characterized by intense pain and tenderness along the course of the body's longest nerve ( sciatic nerve ), extending from the back of the thigh down to the calf of the leg

sciatica

1. Chronic pain in the hip and upper leg caused by irritation of a large nerve — the sciatic nerve — that runs through the pelvis and down the back of the thigh.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sciatica¹

1400–50; < Medieval Latin, noun use of feminine of sciaticus sciatic

Word History and Origins

Origin of sciatica¹

C15: from Late Latin sciatica; see _sciatic

Example Sentences

This is what the Lakers needed from James on Tuesday, as it allowed them to build on the 10-4 record they compiled in the games he missed because of sciatica.

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James said dealing with sciatica came with unexpected challenges.

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James said this wasn’t the first time in his career that he had sciatica.

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James, who has been sidelined by sciatica, didn't accompany the Lakers on the trip, instead practising with the team's G League affiliate as he ramps up preparations to launch his unprecedented 23rd NBA season.

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LeBron James is scheduled to practice with the South Bay Lakers this week as he progresses through his return from right sciatica.

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