I have to go the home remedy route. I have Lumbar spondylosis, L5-L3 herniation and osteophytes at L5-S1. I am on a mild muscle relaxant (that does not help) and T3 (minimal relief).

I use hot baths, hot wraps (damp rag with 3 drops of clove oil, 3 drops of peppermint) warmed up in the microwave. Ice (all the time) and the only way I can get some relief is laying in the fetal position.

I have heard that emla cream is really good for nerve pain (surface) and that lindocaine patches might help. My problems is I do not have access to those meds.

Good luck in finding some relief. I find that going to the sauna and hot tub is very theraputic (while there) and using a tens unit sometimes helps.