Ive been diagnosed with Sciatica like symptoms; as a result im taking gabapentin 3 times a day, which does alleviate the pain somewhat. But the real problem is a nerve trap in the lower back; maybe due to a herniated disc (sudden movement during a badminton session). The pain stretches all the way down to my ankle, and frequently i feel the nerve pulling as i try to sit up from a relaxed flat position. Please can i have any advice, as to what can be done, to fix this problem, or is it time that heals such problems? thank you!