J M S Pearce1. 1. Department of Neurology, Hull Royal Infirmary, Hull York Medical School, UK.
Abstract
STUDY DESIGN: Historical review. OBJECTIVES: Appraise history of concept of sciatica. SETTING: Europe. METHODS: Selected, original quotations and a historical review. RESULTS: Evolution of ideas from hip disorders, through interstitial neuritis. CONCLUSION: Current concepts of discogenic sciatica.
STUDY DESIGN: Historical review. OBJECTIVES: Appraise history of concept of sciatica. SETTING: Europe. METHODS: Selected, original quotations and a historical review. RESULTS: Evolution of ideas from hip disorders, through interstitial neuritis. CONCLUSION: Current concepts of discogenic sciatica.