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Author: Dr Sylvain Desforges, B.Sc., D.O., N.D., Osteopath.

Medical and editorial review: SOS SCIATIC / TAGMED editorial team.

Publication date: October 18, 2022.

Last revision date: January 19, 2025.

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The information provided on this site has an informative purpose and in no way replaces a personalized medical consultation. They do not make it possible to make a diagnosis or prescribe treatment. In case of persistent or worrying symptoms, it is essential to consult a qualified health professional.

medical emergency

Consult a doctor immediately or go to the emergency room if you have any of the following signs: loss of urinary or intestinal control, stool or genital anesthesia, progressive or significant weakness of the limbs, unexplained fever, Significant trauma, or severe pain that quickly worsens.

Reference sources

• Aaos Orthoinfo – Sciatica
• NCBI Bookshelf – Sciatica
• NCBI Bookshelf – Slipped Disc Overview
• NCBI Bookshelf – Lumbar Disc Herniation
• Nice – Low Back Pain and Sciatica Guidance
• Google Search Central – Helpful Content

Additional resources of the TagMed network

• Tagmed Clinic
• SOS Herniated Disc
• SOS neurovertebral decompression