What Are the Treatments for Sciatic-Nerve Motor Deficit?
The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body; it supplies both motor and sensory functions to the leg. Compression of the sciatic nerve results in a condition called sciatica which can manifest varieties of motor and sensory symptoms. While sensory symptoms can pose minor problems, motor deficit can significantly affect the quality of life of the person with sciatica. Treatments for sciatic-nerve motor deficits are widely available.