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Anyone who has suffered from sciatic nerve pain can tell you it can be a very debilitating condition. It is typically caused by an impingement of the sciatic nerve in the lower back but the pain is actually felt radiating down the leg and in the buttock. There are several potential causes of sciatic pain including:

• Degenerative disc disease
• Lumbar spinal stenosis
• Spondylolisthesis
• Pregnancy
• Herniated lumbar disc (also known as a slipped disc)

Acupuncture is one of the most gentle and effective treatment options.… Read the rest