Sciatica

My hip joints and mid-point on my right buttock ache and are stiff, I have been told it is sciatica. What can I do to improve this and reduce the pain?

Sciatica - caused by the sciatic nerve being pinched due to postural misalignment or inflammation of the nerves due to damage of the vertebra in the back. The pain radiates from the lower back to the buttocks, thigh, calf and foot
Muscle weakness due to protein deficiency, CoQ10, Magnesium or B Vitamin deficiencies which are commonly associated with the symptoms you are experiencing
Electrolyte imbalances of magnesium and potassium. These nutrients feed the muscles by providing important cofactors to potentiate energy within the muscles and ensure proper nerve conduction to the muscles. Many women are deficient in these nutrients due to stress, menstrual irregularities, pharmaceutical medications, use of the oral contraceptive pill, nervous system or mental diseases
Poor posture or repetitive strain injury (i.e. sitting in a non-ergonomic chair at your work desk
Arthritic joints which manifest as either hot, inflammed joints or cold, clicking joints
Overexercising causing micro trauma to the muscles and tendons or movements which are not properly supported by engaged muscles. A build up of lactic acid in the muscles and joints can leave them feeling weak and painful after exercise

Acupuncture may help to reduce pain and inflammation of the musculoskeletal system
Regular yoga and stretching exercises to help ease the nerve inflammation
Massages may help to loosen muscles and relax nerves
Epsom salt baths may help to relieve pain and aches by providing the muscles and nerves with more Magnesium to encourage relaxation
If you stand or sit for long periods of time be sure to move around and stretch often so the area does not cease up. Also ensure that your posture is correct and if you exercise be gentle on yourself and do not over exert yourself causing more trauma and inflammation to the area
Non weight bearing exercise such as swimming
Address underlying nervous system stress, manage stress appropriately
Address underlying inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, old sports injuries

Vitamin B12 (administered via intramuscular injection) may reduce the pain associated with sciatica
Lipoic acid promotes circulation, oxygenation and ATP production within the muscles to reduce pain and inflammation
Magnesium supplementation may help to encourage the muscles to relax and also provide potent anti-inflammatory effects
Herbs to promote skeletal muscle relaxation and pain relief are: Chamomile, ginger, ginkgo, kava, hops, korean ginseng, siberian ginseng, devils claw, tienchi ginseng, boswellia, noni, zizyphus, mexican valerian, passionflower and willowbark.
Fish Oil contains Omega 3 essential fatty acids which are highly anti-inflammatory for the muscles and joints
Rosemary oil, Tiger Balm or Natures Remedy Pain Relief cream (oil applied topically) may alleviate aches and pains and provide temporary relief
Address protein deficiency
Common nutrient deficiencies are CoQ10, Magneisum and B Vitamins
Ensure adequate water intake as recent studies link pain with dehydration