| Narcotics for more than two weeks (CSAG 1994) Benzodiazepines (diazepam) for more than two 
              weeks (CSAG 1994) Colchicine (AHCPR 1994) Systemic Steroids (AHCPR 1994) Bed rest with traction (CSAG 1994) Manipulation under general anaesthesia (CSAG 
              1994) Plaster jacket (CSAG 1994) | Manipulation under general anaesthesia (CSAG 1994)
   
                |   | There is no evidence that
      manipulation under general anaesthesia is effective. It is associated with
      an increased risk of serious neurological damage. Haldeman & Rubinstein 1992 |  |