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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.
Because the most debilitating symptom of sciatica is the associated pain, doctors prescribe analgesic medication for the pain, muscle relaxants to ease muscle spasms and NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) to reduce inflammation and pressure on the nerve.