Hi, My opinion about your health concern follows: Since diagnosis is uncertain thus before opting for any conservative/alternative line of management/treatment, kindly check with: i. X-ray LS-spine, MRI for any nerve impingement or narrowing [which might be the cause of sciatica pain], thus consider orthopedic surgeon opinion. PS. If there is shooting pain along one leg, initially, you may require pelvic traction, epidural injections, myelography studies. ii. In Ayurveda, we treat/manage the disease on the line of Gridhrasi iii. You can incorporate the following prophylactic aspect also: -sleep on hard bed/mattress -wear heavy shoes and warm socks -massage of olive oil is beneficial. PS. Acupuncture has been approved by the U.S. FDA as a treatment for back pain, and the National Institutes of Health has recognized acupuncture as effective in relieving back pain, including sciatica. You can take: -holy basil juice -ginger juice -honey and drink. iv. The prescription medicine(s) which is worth trying is/are: Maha Rasnadi Kwath, Balarishtam, Mahavishgarbh/Mahanarayan/Mahamash oil. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Munish Sood, Ayurveda Specialist