Sciatica
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Dr. Daniel Pak discusses what patients should know about sciatica. He describes how the condition can be caused by herniated disc and its impacts to the sciatic nerves down the lower back into the legs. He reviews the available treatments including injections, physical therapy, and potentially surgery. He highlights the collaborative approach to care at Weill Cornell Medicine and how it helps to yield favorable outcomes for patients.
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