Review
Spinal Cord (2007) 45, 592–596; doi:10.1038/sj.sc.3102080; published online 5 June 2007
A brief history of sciatica
J M S Pearce1
1Department of Neurology, Hull Royal Infirmary and Hull York Medical School, UK
Correspondence: JMS Pearce, 304 Beverley Road Anlaby, East Yorks, HU10 7BG, England
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Abstract
Study design:
Historical review.
Objectives:
Appraise history of concept of sciatica.
Setting:
Europe.
Methods:
Selected, original quotations and a historical review.
Results:
Evolution of ideas from hip disorders, through interstitial neuritis.
Conclusion:
Current concepts of discogenic sciatica.
Sponsorship:
None.
Keywords:
sciatica, intervertebral disc, disc prolapse
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