Slow, gradually intensifying pain down the back of your leg.

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Symptoms of numbness, shooting, or burning pain from the buttocks down to the lower leg and even into the foot are commonly referred to as sciatica. These symptoms are typically caused by the irritation of the sciatic nerve root which runs from the low back through the buttocks and down the back of each leg.

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When the nerve is irritated, tingling, dull achy or burning sensations can be experienced. Conservative treatments such as manipulation/adjustments, electrotherapy, and stretching or massage have been shown to decrease symptoms and allow patients to regain a pain-free lifestyle.