Ayurvedic Treatment For Cervical Spondylosis With Herbal Remedies

Abstract

Cervical spondylosis is a most common age related disease, also called neck arthritis. It is a general term for age related wear and tear changes affecting the spinal vertebra of the neck. Like the rest of the body, the discs and the joints of the neck slowly degenerate. More than 85% of people over the age of 60 are affected. The most common symptom of this disease is pain and stiffness in the neck, dizziness and headache. As we achieve milestones the disk between our vertebrae starts to change and these changes are likely to degenerate, herniate etc. So in this article we are going to discuss Cervical Spondylosis and its ayurvedic aspect.

 

Introduction

Cervical spondylosis is a degenerative condition of bones, cartilages, ligaments and disc in our neck. With age, the disc of the cervical spine gradually breaks down,loses fluid and becomes stiffer. As a result spurs or abnormal growths called osteophytes may form on the neck bones which leads to narrowing of the anterior spinal column. This is a very common disease that causes neck stiffness and neck pain. As per Ayurveda aspect, the loss of equilibrium among the tridoshas causes medical issues and this Cervical Spondylosis is observed to be due to the vitiation of Vata Dosha.

Incidence

• More occurs in the persons whose jobs involve strenuous neck movements or overhead work that put extra stress on your neck.
• Previous neck injuries

Causes

Cervical spondylosis is generally caused due to the natural wear and tear changes that affects the spinal discs with time. Most common causes affected to the condition include:

• Degeneration –Spinal bones have discs in between each vertebrae that are thick like cushions consisting of water content that begins to dry and discs start to shrink. This causes your bones to rub together.
• Bone spurs –When degeneration starts and bone tissue rubs directly it ultimately leads to starts producing extra amounts of bone along the edges of vertebrae which suppress the spinal cord and nerves, resulting in pain.
• Herniation –Normal ageing causes the spinal disc to tear/crack leading to bulging the disc which can also suppress the spinal cord and nerves, resulting in pain.

Symptoms

Most people with cervical spondylosis cause no symptoms but when symptoms do occur they typically include Neck Pain or stiffness (Greeva stabdhta). Symptoms can range from mild to moderate by looking up or down for a longer time – such as driving, reading books. Other symptoms may include muscle spasms in head and shoulder, Headache, dizziness etc.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis can be made by following steps –

Physical examination.

• Range of motion of neck
• Muscle strength
• Reflexes
• Gait
• X-rays
• CT scan
• MRI

Treatment

This condition does not always show symptoms. Without symptoms, one doesn’t need to get treatment at all. But when patients show symptoms, conservative treatment gives effective results.

Conservative management includes:

• Physical therapies
• NSAIDs
• Muscle relaxants
• Corticosteroids

As we know there are adverse side effects of allopathic medications and reoccurrence or dissolving the symptoms of the disease can occur. In Ayurveda we can maintain the balance of dosha to control the disease. Allopathic medicines result in many health complications whereas Ayurvedic medicine provides excellent health benefits with the treatment of disease and the main purpose of Ayurvedic medicine is to diminish a disease with its roots. The concepts of universal interconnection, the body’s constitution (Prakriti), and Dosha are the primary basis of Ayurvedic medicine. Goals of treatment aid the person by eliminating impurities, reducing symptoms, increasing resistance to disease, reducing worry, and increasing harmony in life as described by Acharya Charak and Sushruta in Samhitas. Ayurvedic treatment subsides the doshas and helps to balance all the three dosha present in the body and by lifestyle modifications we can maintain a balanced health and enhance life.

Ayurveda View Of Cervical Spondylosis

Now we are going to discuss the Ayurveda correlation of Cervical Spondylosis. In the ancient era all the rogas (diseases) were managed by Ayurvedic culture and the treatment was effective. Ayurveda treats patients from ancient times and effectively cures the patients. As per Ayurveda we can correlate the above condition with 𝘎𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘷𝘢 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘮𝘣𝘩. This disease is considered under the Vatavyadhi caused due to vitiation of Vata dosha. The major symptom of greeva stambh as the name suggests is stiffness of neck and shoulder. The treatment of cervical spondylosis in ayurveda involves medication to nourish the spinal vertebraes or discs. Sleeping properly and eating freshly cooked food by improving lifestyle can help to improve the condition.

Herbal Remedies For Cervical Spondylosis By Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a herbal manufacturing company that provides great treatment with miraculous results for every health concerned patient. Here , formulations are made under proper guidance by MD Ayurveda Doctors and these medications are 100% natural. There are no adhesives, dyes, fillers, or adulterants used. There are no side effects of our formulations that are most effective herbal and natural. Planet Ayurveda is a GMP certified herbal supplements manufacturing company. Planet Ayurveda has herbal supplements which have very high and positive results. In the above condition we give many formulations to manage this disease very well. These are-

1. Yograj Guggul
2. Hakam Churna
3. Joint aid plus
4. Boswellia curcumin
5. Orthovita oil
6. Triphala Guggul

Cervical Spondylosis Care Pack

Product Description

1. Yograj Guggul

It is a classical formulation, which is traditionally used in Ayurveda for painful joints and muscles. It consists of Guggul resin (𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘢 𝘮𝘶𝘬𝘶𝘭), Chitraka (𝘗𝘭𝘶𝘮𝘣𝘢𝘨𝘰 𝘻𝘦𝘺𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢), pippali (𝘗𝘪𝘱𝘦𝘳 𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘶𝘮) etc. This formulation helps to maintain healthy metabolism and removes toxins from the system. It strengthens our skeletal and neuromuscular systems and is very effective in pain and inflammation.

Dosage –2 tablets two times a day with warm water, after meals.

2. Hakam Churna

This is a polyherbal churna consisting of Chandershoor 𝘓𝘦𝘱𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘶𝘮 𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘶𝘮, kalonji 𝘕𝘪𝘨𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢 𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘢, methi 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢 𝘧𝘰𝘦𝘯𝘶𝘮 𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘮 𝘦𝘵𝘤. This formulation has the ability to retrieve the normal digestion and is very efficient in painful joints, stiff joints and many other problems caused due to vitiation of vata. It also balances pitta by acting on digestive fire and balances kapha by decreasing the body weight.

Dosage –take 3-5 gm of powder with hot water twice daily.

3. Joint aid plus

It is a unique combination of Planet Ayurveda herbs. Consisting of Nirgundi Vitex negundo, Shallaki 𝘉𝘰𝘴𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘢 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘢, guggul resins 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘢 𝘮𝘶𝘬𝘶𝘭 𝘦𝘵𝘤.These capsules work quickly and give efficient results as pain relievers. It is very effective to regain lost strength of bones and joints. It reduces inflammation and stops the degenerative process of bones.

Dosage –1-2 capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

4. Boswellia curcumin

Major ingredients are Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Curcumin (curcuma longa). It is very effective in arthritis (joint pain and swelling) as it has a property of anti-inflammatory. It is effective in relieving morning stiffness. It works efficiently on cervical spondylitis and ankylosing spondylitis. It is an effective pain killer and helps to relieve pain.

Dosage –1 capsule twice daily after meal with plain water.

5. Orthovita oil

It is a unique combination of Planet Ayurveda. iIts major ingredients are Shul Gajendra oil, Gandhpura oil, Turpentine oil, Saindhavadi taila. This oil is specially indicated in joint pain and is effective in aggravated vata dosha. This formulation also provides strength to the joints and is very effective in cervical spondylosis.

Method of Application – Apply over the affected area and gently once or twice daily or as directed.

6. Triphala Guggul

This is a classical polyherbal formulation consisting of Haritaki 𝘛𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘢 𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘣𝘶𝘭𝘢, Amalaki 𝘌𝘮𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘴, vibhitaki 𝘛𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘢 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢 , Guggul resins 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘢 𝘮𝘶𝘬𝘶𝘭. It helps to improve the all tridoshas specially having vata pacifying properties and also helpful in inflammation of joints and pain.

Dosage –1-2 tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water.

Conclusion

In the ancient era all the rogas (diseases) were managed by Ayurvedic culture and the treatment was effective. Ayurveda treats patients from ancient times and effectively cures the patients. It is better to take Ayurvedic medicines because it has no side effects with best results over the years and because all the medicines are free from any preservatives and other chemicals that affect your health. Ayurvedic treatment emphasises on treating the root cause of the condition it is capable of eliminating the diseases permanently. In a nutshell, it can be concluded that with appropriate and timely management of tridosha present in our body, the quality of life of the patient can be improved effectively.