For sciatica, absolute bed rest is initially required, ideally lasting three weeks. If three weeks is not possible, at least one week is necessary.

Secondly, continual traction is used, which can widen the intervertebral space, reduce the internal disk pressure, and potentially expand the spinal canal, thereby alleviating stimulation and compression of the nerve roots.

Thirdly, you can take some non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or some traditional Chinese medicines, many of which contain pain-relieving ingredients.

Fourthly, consider undergoing physical therapy, including physiotherapy, acupressure, and massage.

Fifthly, intradiscal injections, intradiscal blockade, or catheter blockade can be considered.

Sixthly, chemical dissolution of the nucleus pulposus can be considered.

Thus, these are the basic treatment methods for sciatica.