Lumbar Spondylosis is commonly recognized as Spine Arthritis. This degenerative condition affects the lumbar spine (intervertebral disc, facet joints, sacroiliac joint, nerves, and muscles around lumbar vertebrae) and varies in severity among the patients experiencing mild discomfort to debilitating back pain and stiffness. Lumbar Spondylosis limits the range of motion in the back region. Several other joints like ribs, shoulders, or hips can be affected by it. Generally, this problem is faced by adults (aged 45-64 years) but can also develop in children and teenagers.
Age-related degeneration, genetic predisposition, and physical stress in the lumbar spine are some of the complex mechanisms contributing to lumbar spondylosis pathophysiology. This complication results in pain and stiffness in the lower back, loss of spinal stability, numbness and tingling in nevers, weight loss, low appetite, fatigue, and diarrhoea, significantly affecting the individual’s functional balance and overall quality of life.
In most severe cases surgery is suggested. Ayurvedic treatment of lumbar spondylosis is an effective measure to discard surgery and treat the issue. This holistic approach is practiced with herbal medication along with several changes in daily life. Read the article to learn everything about lumbar spondylosis and several methods to manage it.
Ayurvedic Treatment for Lumbar Spondylosis
Lumbar spondylosis is caused by vitiated Vata dosha. According to Ayurveda, it is linked to Kati Vata (one of Sandhigata Vatas), back pain to Katishoola, Prishtashoola, Kati Graha, or Trika Graha or Trika Shula. Ayurveda emphasizes addressing the root cause after a thorough assessment of the body. The integrative approach encourages well-being by advising on lifestyle, medication, and diet. The Lumbar spondylosis treatment in Ayurveda relieves chronic back pain with systematic management. The main focus is laid on reducing inflammation and relieving muscle spasms and pain, in addition to incorporating Ayurvedic medicines and a healthy lifestyle.
To ease the symptoms of lumbar spondylosis, several methods can be practiced at home. These are:
- Herbal Oils: There are several herbs from which oil is prepared like ginger, garlic, poppy seeds, ajwain, etc. This oil can be massaged to the lower back to get relief. Castor oil is also a great option to mix with other herbs while preparing the oil.
- Yoga: It is the way of connecting the body to the soul. Certain yoga asanas are suggested to lessen back pain. Aasanas like Surya namaskar, shalabhasana, and bhujangasana prove to be a great support in strengthening the back.
- Correct Posture: Body posture plays a vital role in protecting and sporting the body structures against any injury or progressive deformity. Therefore, a good posture must be maintained to lower the pain during lumbar spondylosis.
- Ice and Heat: The therapy relieves one from excessive pain as ice reduces swelling and heat stimulates the blood flow in the veins. To implement this therapy a wet ice towel or ice pack can be put on the affected area for certain days and then the heat procedure starts. Similarly, a wet hot towel put on the affected area will lower the pain.
- Weight Management: Being overweight or obese will put extra pressure on the back therefore leading to pain and discomfort. Consequently, a good body weight indicating BMI (Bio Mass Index) below 25 is considered ideal for lumbar spondylitis pain.
- Diet: A healthy diet will help a lot. Consuming homemade and fresh food items and avoiding processed food will reduce inflammation and pain. Moreover, a diet rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin D, calcium, and antioxidants will help to avoid pain in lumbar spondylosis.
Dr. Mukesh Sharda’s Approach
Lumbar Spondylosis treatment in Dr. Sharda Ayurveda Hospital, is the authentic approach of providing relief in natural ways. Dr. Mukesh Sharda, CEO, and founder of the hospital has been working tremendously for the past 16 years and healed lakhs of patients from back issues. According to her and the Ayurvedic techniques she believes that incorporating a good diet, active lifestyle, and Ayurvedic medicines (herb-based) can be the treatment of any chronic disease. This works directly on the root cause involving long-term improvement of the patient’s condition while other painkillers relieve for a while.
Today, 15-45% of the population suffers from lumbar spondylosis i.e. chronic inflammatory and irreversible in elderly people being progressive with age. With ageing, the intervertebral disc loses its fluid leading to the collapse of the disc and other degenerative changes in ligaments turning thick and stiff. With the detailed diagnosis, patients of Dr. Sharda Ayuvreda experience great relief after adopting the Ayurvedic treatment.
If you are suffering from such chronic issues and want to get rid of this, then visit Dr. Sharda Ayurveda and seek treatment today. Making your reach easier the hospital facilitates online consultation, booking an appointment via call, and patient adviser guiding telephonically.
