Although various back problems present similar symptoms, those caused by sciatica often only affect one side of the body. Telltale signs of sciatica include: Burning pain Numbness Tingling Pins ...

Hollywood star Andie Macdowell is battling Piriformis Syndrome, a painful neuromuscular condition that causes numbness in the buttocks and back of the legs and leads to discomfort in the leg.

Sciatica is the layman's term for neurologic symptoms that typically occur when nerves are being compressed or damaged, says Dr. Michael Gerling, American Board Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon.