Sciatica can occur in a single leg or down both legs at the same time. Exact symptoms are very much dependent on where the nerve is irritated as well as the structure responsible for the irritation. As mentioned above, pain will generally start in the low back area, travel into the gluteal area then continue on down the posterior portion of the leg to the foot [1].
Inflammation as a result of the sciatic nerve irritation can often lead to an increase in the individuals discomfort
Symptoms relating to the sciatic nerve can be made exacerbated by a number of activities and lifestyle influences including prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, exercise, bending or even coughing or sneezing due to the increase of pressure in the abdominal cavity [1].