My particular cure (2 herniated discs with associated deep pain/sciatica) was to resume running again after a 40 year stoppage (HS cross country). Worked great. I do about 15-20 miles a week at an average 8:30 mile pace and the back pain is now very manageable.
I've been careful not to push too hard, as I do not want to trade one debilitating injury for another (knees, shins, etc). Highly recommended but surely not for everyone, just those so inclined (I have a lot of excess energy to burn!). A nice side effect is that the exertion is also a mood improver!
I've been careful not to push too hard, as I do not want to trade one debilitating injury for another (knees, shins, etc). Highly recommended but surely not for everyone, just those so inclined (I have a lot of excess energy to burn!). A nice side effect is that the exertion is also a mood improver!
Don't underestimate vigorous activity (with sensible limits).