Spondylosis – Modern (Allopathic) Versus Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment

 Osteoarthritis of the spine is known as spondylosis and involves degenerative changes in the intervertebral discs as well as bone outgrowths known as osteophytes. Though the entire spine may be affected, more pronounced symptoms are seen with spondylosis of the neck and lower back regions. Spondylosis is entirely different from spondylitis, which involves inflammation; spondylolysis, which involves a defect or crack in the bony structure; and spondylolisthesis, which involves physical dislocation of the affected vertebra.

Ageing, genetics and trauma can cause or aggravate spondylosis. Chronic pain is the commonest symptom; accompanied by numbness and tingling if the disease process involves or puts pressure on nerves. This condition is managed conventionally with the use of medications, exercise, physiotherapy and lifestyle modifications; medications include non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs, which reduce pain and swelling. When these measures do not suffice in controlling symptoms, additional procedures like chiropractic, acupuncture, and minimally invasive procedures like injections and surgery may be required.  All these procedures bring about limited and temporary improvement; prolonged use can give rise to serious adverse effects, and none can significantly alter the long term course of the disease.

Spondylosis is said to be associated with age related degeneration and it is generally believed that no particular medicine or procedure can influence the long term prognosis of this condition, since modern medicines only reduce swelling, inflammation and pain. However, Ayurvedic herbal medicines have a special role to play in the long term management and treatment of spondylosis, and can reverse the ageing process in the spine to a significant degree.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines can reduce the damage to the spine; strengthen vertebral bones, intervertebral discs and attached muscles and tendons; and reduce swelling due to osteoporosis. This helps to reduce and eliminate chronic pain, and also removes pressure on sensitive nerves, thereby treating related symptoms like pain, numbness, and impending paralysis. It is pertinent to mention that herbal medicines can be safely used for this treatment for prolonged periods and in high doses without any significant adverse effects.

A combination protocol of oral Ayurvedic herbs, local application of Ayurvedic medicated oils, hot fomentation, and regular exercise, can help most people suffering from spondylosis recover completely even from very chronic and severe affectations. In order to get the maximum possible benefit from Ayurvedic treatment, it is always advisable to get examined, investigated, diagnosed, and treated at the earliest possible

When standard oral herbal therapy does not suffice, additional treatment with one or several courses of medicated enemas can help bring about a quick remission in pain and other symptoms. This procedure, combined with local fomentation therapy with medicated steam, may also help minimize the chances for recurrence as well as reduce the required dosage of oral medicines.  Patients who achieve a complete remission of symptoms can maintain themselves with regular exercise, a healthy diet, and the occasional use of low dose herbal medication.

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Spondylosis – Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment

 Degenerative or osteoarthritic changes in the spine are known as spondylosis.  This is characterized by the presence of bone outgrowths known as bone spurs, and degenerative changes in the intervertebral discs. Spondylosis can occur in any part of the spine, but cervical and lumbar spondylosis tends to have more symptoms. This condition is different from spondylitis which involves inflammation, physical non-development (spondylolysis), and physical dislocation either forward or backward (spondylolisthesis). Spondylosis and a herniated disc can cause compression of the sciatic nerve causing symptoms of sciatica.

Ageing, genetics, and trauma are risk factors for spondylosis. Chronic pain is the commonest symptom of spondylosis; if a nerve is affected, symptoms like numbness and tingling can also occur. Treatment involves the use of medications, self-care, exercise and physical therapy, adjunctive therapies (chiropractics and acupuncture), and minimally invasive procedures such as injections, and surgery.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines have a special role to play in the long term management and treatment of spondylosis. Since spondylosis is said to be associated with age related degeneration, it is generally believed that no particular medicines can influence the long term outlook of this condition, since modern medicines only reduce swelling, inflammation and pain. However, Ayurvedic herbal medicines can reverse the ageing process in the spine to a significant degree.

When given in high doses for long durations, Ayurvedic herbal medicines can reduce the damage in the spine, make the vertebral bones strong and healthy, and reduce the swelling due to osteoporosis. In addition, the medicines also help to make the tendons and muscles attached to the spine very strong and healthy. This helps to reduce and eliminate chronic pain, which is the hallmark of spondylosis. In addition, pressure on sensitive nerves is also removed, thereby treating nerve related symptoms like pain, numbness, and impending paralysis.

A judicious combination of oral Ayurvedic herbs, local application of Ayurvedic medicated oils, hot fomentation, and regular exercise, can help most people suffering from spondylosis recover completely even from very chronic and severe affectations. That said, it is always advisable to get examined, investigated, diagnosed, and treated with Ayurvedic herbal medicines at the earliest possible in order to get the maximum possible benefit from treatment.

The writer, Dr A A Mundewadi, is available as an Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com  and http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com  For Ayurvedic herbal treatment of spondylosis, kindly click on https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com/product-page/spondylosis 

Spondylosis – Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment

Degenerative or osteoarthritic changes in the spine are known as spondylosis.  This is characterized by the presence of bone outgrowths known as bone spurs, and degenerative changes in the intervertebral discs. Spondylosis can occur in any part of the spine, but cervical and lumbar spondylosis tends to have more symptoms. This condition is different from spondylitis which involves inflammation, physical non-development (spondylolysis), and physical dislocation either forward or backward (spondylolisthesis). Spondylosis and a herniated disc can cause compression of the sciatic nerve causing symptoms of sciatica.

Ageing, genetics, and trauma are risk factors for spondylosis. Chronic pain is the commonest symptom of spondylosis; if a nerve is affected, symptoms like numbness and tingling can also occur. Treatment involves the use of medications, self-care, exercise and physical therapy, adjunctive therapies (chiropractics and acupuncture), and minimally invasive procedures such as injections, and surgery.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines have a special role to play in the long term management and treatment of spondylosis. Since spondylosis is said to be associated with age related degeneration, it is generally believed that no particular medicines can influence the long term outlook of this condition, since modern medicines only reduce swelling, inflammation and pain. However, Ayurvedic herbal medicines can reverse the ageing process in the spine to a significant degree.

When given in high doses for long durations, Ayurvedic herbal medicines can reduce the damage in the spine, make the vertebral bones strong and healthy, and reduce the swelling due to osteoporosis. In addition, the medicines also help to make the tendons and muscles attached to the spine very strong and healthy. This helps to reduce and eliminate chronic pain, which is the hallmark of spondylosis. In addition, pressure on sensitive nerves is also removed, thereby treating nerve related symptoms like pain, numbness, and impending paralysis.

A judicious combination of oral Ayurvedic herbs, local application of Ayurvedic medicated oils, hot fomentation, and regular exercise, can help most people suffering from spondylosis recover completely even from very chronic and severe affectations. That said, it is always advisable to get examined, investigated, diagnosed, and treated with Ayurvedic herbal medicines at the earliest possible in order to get the maximum possible benefit from treatment.

The writer, Dr A A Mundewadi, is available as an Ayurvedic Consultant at www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com and     www.ayurvedaphysician.com  You can start treatment for this condition here

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Cervical Spondylosis

The brachial nerve originates in the neck and extends down into both the arms till the hands.  Cervical spondylosis is a disease which causes irritation of the brachial nerve, causing pain, tingling and numbness in the neck and shoulder, which radiates down to the arm and fingers.  Cervical spondylosis usually has a gradual onset of pain due to degeneration of the vertebrae in the neck.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for cervical spondylosis is aimed at treating the pain as well as halting and reversing the damage to the vertebrae in the neck region.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are given in order to provide nutrition to the vertebral bones, and improve circulation in this area so as to strengthen the bones of the vertebrae as well as the surrounding muscular tissue.  In addition, medicines are also given to reduce the irritation of the brachial nerve as well as reduce pain, tingling and numbness resulting from the disease.  This treatment can be provided in the form of oral medication as well as localised therapy.

Local therapy is given in the form of application of medicated oils in the neck region as well as on the affected shoulder and arm, followed by fomentation of the area with medicated steam.  This usually provides an immediate relief from pain and stiffness.  The oral medication provides long-term treatment as well as a prevention of the condition.  In addition to providing nutrition to the cervical vertebrae, the herbal medicines also facilitate early healing and opening up of the microcirculation in the cervical vertebrae, so that the degeneration of the vertebrae is reversed at the earliest.

Physical exercises in the form of neck and shoulder exercises as well as grip exercises of the hands are also beneficial in the treatment of cervical spondylosis.  Most individuals affected with this condition require Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about four to six months in order to get a complete relief from this condition.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus as a definite role to play in the management and treatment of cervical spondylosis.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com and http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com