Sciatica
There is a surgical and non-surgical therapy for sciatica, and only your doctor can tell you which one is better for you. For instance, if you’re an athlete and sciatica is affecting your play and your source of income, you probably need to fix the problem as soon as possible, and surgery could be a better option for you. But most people can go through conservative treatment first, which includes physiotherapy and antiepileptic therapy such as pregabalin.
Studies show that up to 80% of patients improve with physical therapy, even if their sciatica problems are triggered by lumbar disk herniations and radiculopathy. Thus, surgery can be avoided if you do not have an urgent need to solve the problem and are willing to try other alternatives first.
Another option is lumbar epidural glucocorticoid injections, which provide significant relief by numbing the nerve and reducing the transmission of pain. Additional to all this, doctors will also recommend lifestyle modifications such as maintaining a healthy weight and changing posture frequently if you sit for long periods.