Sciatica is a condition in which there will be 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 degeneration of an intervertebral disc.Common symptoms of sciatica include:1.Lower back pain.2.Pain in the rear or leg that is worse when sitting.3.Hip pain.4.Burning or tingling down the leg.5.Weakness, numbness, or difficulty moving the leg or foot.6.A constant pain on one side of the rear.7.A shooting pain that makes it difficult to stand up.