Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve — from the lower back, through the hips, and across one or both legs. While it can be distressing, 90% of cases improve without surgery through targeted, conservative care. Medications Painkillers such as NSAIDs can reduce inflammation. However, these are ideally not recommended to be taken for longer than 10 days. In many cases, muscle relaxants or nerve pain medications may be prescribed. Bed rest In acute stage, a short period of bed rest for 48-72 hours can work wonders. During this bed rest, a [...]