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Sciatica natural history, complications and prognosis
Introduction
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Overview
Overview
Natural History
Natural History
Complications
Complications
- Partial or complete loss of leg movement
- Partial or complete loss of sensation in the leg
- Recurrent or unnoticed injury to the leg
- Side effects of medications
Prognosis
Prognosis
If the cause of the sciatic nerve dysfunction can be identified and successfully treated, full recovery is possible. The extent of disability varies from no disability to partial or complete loss of movement or sensation. Nerve pain may be severe and persist for a prolonged period of time.
References
References
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