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In brief: Sciatic pain. Yes. Ice is an excellent anti-inflammatory option. Try alternating moist heat to relax muscles and ice to reduce swelling. Physical therapy and stretching exercises are important additions to reduce the pain and prevent recurrence of the pain.
In nine out of 10 cases, sciatica is caused by a displaced disk in the lower spine. The best medicine is often patience â with some stoicism mixed in â because the pain often goes away, even if the problem disk does not. Researchers have found that the pain usually improves within a month.