Low Back Ache
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Low Back Ache
Over time, back discomfort and illnesses related to the spine are growing increasingly common. According to certain research, one of the most prevalent pain conditions affecting people globally is back pain. Back pain and other spine-related issues affect at least 70% of people at some point in their life. It happens when the spine's flexibility is impaired. The spine, which runs from the skull to the low back, is a component of the human skeleton known as the backbone or human vertebral column. The upper body is supported by the weight-bearing vertebrae, which also provide postures that provide flexibility and movement while safeguarding the spinal cord. Spinal cord pain limits activities, reduces productivity, and makes life miserable. Thankfully, there are ways to avoid or lessen the majority of back pain occurrences. Ayurvedic medication and treatment for back pain assist eliminate the underlying cause of the pain and prevent it from returning.
Cause for Low Back Ache :
Conditions commonly linked to back pain include: Muscle or ligament strain: Back muscles and spinal ligaments can be strained by sudden awkward movements or by heavy lifting done repeatedly. Persistent back strain might result in excruciating muscular spasms for those who are physically unwell, Bulging or ruptured disks: Disks act as cushions between the bones in the spine. The soft material inside a disk can bulge or rupture and press on a nerve, Arthritis: The lower back may be affected by osteoarthritis. Spinal stenosis, a narrowing of the space surrounding the spinal cord, can occasionally result from arthritis in the spine, Osteoporosis:The spine's vertebrae can develop painful breaks if the bones become porous and brittle and Ankylosing spondylitis: This inflammatory disease can cause some of the bones in the spine to fuse. This makes the spine less flexible.
SYMPTOMS OF LOWER BACK PAIN :
RISK FACTORS :
Anyone can develop back pain, even children and teens. These factors can increase the risk of developing back pain: Age: Back pain is more common with age starting around age 30 or 40, Lack of exercise: Weak, unused muscles in the back and abdomen might lead to back pain, Excess weight: Excess body weight puts extra stress on the back, Diseases: Some types of arthritis and cancer can contribute to back pain, Improper lifting: Using the back instead of the legs can lead to back pain, Psychological conditions: People prone to depression and anxiety appear to have a greater risk of back pain. Stress can cause muscle tension, which can contribute to back pain and Smoking: People who smoke have increased rates of back pain.
AYURVEDA TREATMENT FOR LOWER BACK PAIN :
In order to strengthen the bones and muscles, Ayurvedic therapy for lower back pain uses herbal massages, Ayurveda medicine, yoga, and other strict dietary regimens. An Ayurveda treatment for back pain(Kati shola) is based on the underlying cause and the body's dosha predominance. Treatment methods include topical herbal pack applications, herbal decoctions, panchakarma therapies, and certain food recommendations. Some of the ayurvedic treatments we use are: Abhyanga and unmardana: Application of medicated oil over the affected body parts and massage, Snehapana: internal consumption of medicated ghee, Swedana: sudation therapy which helps toxins to sweat out of the body, Panchakarma therapy: the special therapies which are used to expel the doshas out of the body, Tripura purification method, Kati Basti: This procedure involves applying a lukewarm herbal medicinal oil to the lumbosacral area over an extended period of time, Kati Pichu: A thick layer of cotton fabric is wrapped around the injured area. The cloth will be soaked in warm medicinal oil. Regular oil changes will be performed, Lepa : External applications of medicated herbal pastes, Oral medications: use of kashayas ( decoctions) and guggulu, Diet and lifestyle counselling.
We, in our Prasadini Ayurnikethana have developed treatments according to the individual needs of the patient, including the type and severity of the illness. Ayurveda being the life science, has helped out people restore their life back to normalcy by its unique treatment methods.
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