I've tried acupuncture, didn't work for me. I may be wrong but I believe it is for more of a nerve/muscle problem. If your disks are blown out like mine...it may not work. I have come to accept that I can no longer lift like I used to but that won't keep me from getting all I can from the gym. I've had to get the injections, over a period of years. Time and therapy may be your friend at this point bro.