Sciatic scoliosis

[physiobob]

Why does one develop scoliosis when a disc herniation occurs? Is it due to muscle spasm from pain?

I suppose this is generally a correct possibility although it would be better described initially as a 'list'. It left uncorrected the list could be compensated for over time with a balancing curve or rotation leading to a scoliosis. Hope this helps.

Note though that sometimes people shift towards the problem, at other times away from the problem.