Majority of the times siatic pain is caused by minor irritation to the siatic nerve which can get better with time and physical therapy. There are various non surgical solutions of sciatica such as exercises and physical therapy.  

A) Types of exercise and therapy
All passive treatments like Physical therapy and exercises are configured to the particular individuals needs. In order to increase the patient’s flexibility and to help build his strength the physical therapists have to work one on one with every case. Doctors may prescribe swimming and walking for back pain and in some cases even yoga can be an effective alternative to medication. Usually a therapist will train his patient to perform regular exercises that he can continue at home educating him about proper posture and body mechanics.

B) Time schedule of the exercise
Just like the type of exercise various according to the individual patient’s requirement the exercise routines are also subject to the sensitivity of the case. Certain chronic conditions would require daily exercise at home and two to three trips to the rehabilitation centre weekly. Whereas exercise such as walking and partial sit ups may be prescribed daily. The time duration of these exercises are progressive starting from short periods and low reps at start.

C) Diet during the exercise and therapy
A patient is prescribed a complementary diet program during the therapy sessions. An effective diet program helps to accelerate the body’s recovery as it acts as a support for the effects of the physical exercises to kick in