Pain in lower back and rear side of left leg?
Is it sign of sciatica ?

Question

Back pain is a symptom of a medical condition, not a diagnosis itself. 
Medical problems that can cause back pain include the following: -
1. Spasms,
2. Muscle tension, 
3. Herniated discs,
4. Ankylosing spondylitis,
5. Spinal stenosis,
6-osteoporosis.
  in acute back pain as a first aid:- 
1) apply ice. 2) take rest. 
  consult physiotherapist for strengthening exercises for both the abdominal and back muscles to helps stabilize the spine along with ift and swd to relieve symptoms of pain and inflammation. In severe back pain consult doctor personally as x-ray and mri is needed for further investigation. Do take medicines as prescribed by doctor.

Deepa Verma · Accepted Answer

Back pain is a symptom of a medical condition, not a diagnosis itself. 
Medical problems that can cause back pain include the following: -
1. Spasms,
2. Muscle tension, 
3. Herniated discs,
4. Ankylosing spondylitis,
5. Spinal stenosis,
6-osteoporosis.
  in acute back pain as a first aid:- 
1) apply ice. 2) take rest. 
  consult physiotherapist for strengthening exercises for both the abdominal and back muscles to helps stabilize the spine along with ift and swd to relieve symptoms of pain and inflammation. In severe back pain consult doctor personally as x-ray and mri is needed for further investigation. Do take medicines as prescribed by doctor.

Joginder Kumar · Answer

Professionals who have a sedentary lifestyle, back pain is a very common problem faced by them. Best way to deal with this pain will be by doing stretching exercises of back, back extension exercises, using hot water bags to provide relief and maintaining straight posture while sitting. Back pain also gets aggravated by getting up suddenly from the bed. In this case, you must always turn on your side first and get up sideways. Exercises like crunches and sit - ups should be avoided by people with back pain problem. They should maintain a healthy lifestyle and go for brisk walking regularly. Pain killers like analgesics should be avoided as they can have serious side effects.

Pain in lower back and rear side of left leg? Is it sign of sciatica ?