Definition: Pain experienced along the dermatome (or sensory distribution) of a nerve due to pressure on the nerve root.
Also Known As: sciatica
Radicular Pain
From Laura Inverarity, D.O., former About.com Guide
Updated March 13, 2005
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by the Medical Review Board
See More About:
Suggested Reading
Glossary/Definitions
Explore Physical Therapy
Must Reads
- What Is Physical Therapy?
- Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain
- Physical Therapy for Knee Pain
- Physical Therapy for Hip Pain
- How to Find a Physical Therapist
Most Popular
See More About:
By Category
- About.com
- Health
- Physical Therapy
- Glossary & Definitions
- Radicular Pain
