SCIATICA

(Lat.), n., f. of adj. sciatic us (neuralgia understood). Si(ski a)-a2t(a3t)'i2k-a3. Gr., io-xtas. Fr., sciatique. Ger., Huftweh. Sciatic neuralgia. [D, 34.] Scoliotic s. Gradual curvature of the vertebral column caused by an extension of neuralgic inflammation from the sciatic nerve to the nerves supplying the pelvic muscles. [" N. Y. Med. Jour.," Mar. 30, 1889, p. 354 (a, 34).] [s. 457]