Spinal stenosis vs. sciatica is a common source of confusion because both can cause back pain that travels into the legs, but they are not the same condition and they are not treated the same way. Sciatica describes a pattern of nerve pain, while spinal stenosis is a structural narrowing within the spine. In this […]
Sciatica vs. herniated discs are often confused, but they are not the same condition — and understanding the difference is key to getting the right treatment. Many people are told they “have sciatica” when what’s actually happening is a structural problem in the spine, such as a herniated disc. In simple terms, sciatica describes how […]
