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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.
1 Back pain almost always comes with some level of inflammation, and ice is the best natural way to reduce it. 2  Ice also helps by acting as a local anesthetic and by slowing nerve impulses, which interrupts the pain signals in the affected area. 3  See Ice Packs for Back Pain Relief. 4  Loosen up.