Meaning of the word sciatica in English

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sciatica

US /saɪˈæt̬.ɪ.kə/
UK /saɪˈæt.ɪ.kə/

Noun

pain affecting the back, hip, and outer side of the leg, caused by compression of a spinal nerve root in the lower back, often owing to a slipped disk

Example:
He suffered from severe sciatica, making it difficult to walk.
Physical therapy can help alleviate the symptoms of sciatica.