Once you notice that you have low back pain, the first thing you want to do is to get a clear diagnosis of the cause of the pain. Next you’ll want to understand what treatment options are available. The vast majority of low back pain requires only conservative treatment, although in some cases surgery is required. Almost all patients feel a significant reduction in pain within two weeks of starting treatment. Treatment options include rest, cold or hot packs and gradual return to normal activities, medication, functional exercises, physical therapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture and surgery. Talk to your doctor about treatments for your low back pain. You should be clear about your low back pain and the advantages and disadvantages of the various treatments so that your doctor can choose the best treatment for you. The most important thing for you is to take ownership of the treatment and recovery process. A few common options Non-surgical treatment , Surgical treatment , Pain management.