Sciatica: detection
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How is it detected?
This is another condition which is diagnosed by elimination, though the pinched nerve and/or inflammation may show in xrays or CAT scans of the lower back. Usually inflammation can be detected by physically probing the are (though it is usually too painful!)
A bone scan may show inflammation around the lower back, and will detect if sciatica is caused by a bulging disc or spine deterioration.