Meaning & use
sciatic nerve
The longest and widest nerve in the human body, running from the lower back through the hip and down each leg.
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A herniated disc was pressing on his sciatic nerve, causing pain down his leg.
Physical therapists recommend gentle stretches to relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve.
A note on using this word
Pain caused by irritation of this nerve is commonly called sciatica.
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