Ayurvedic Treatment for Cervical Radiculopathy : Cervical Radiculopathy, commonly referred as pinched nerve, refers to a group of conditions in which more than one nerves are affected and their functioning is hampered. This phenomenon is known as neuropathy. In this condition the patient feel moderate to severe pain at or near the root of the nerve and often radiates to the part of the body served by that nerve.
The pain is ordinarily triggered by compression at the origin of the cervical nerve. Cervical spine becomes inflamed or damaged, this can result change in neurological function.
In Ayurveda, cervical radiculopathy is correlated to “greeva stambh”. Greevastambha comes under Urdhjatrugat roga and is a Vata type of disease.
Keywords: Ayurveda, cervical rediculopathy, Greevastambh, Panchkarma
The root causes that result in cervical radiculopathy are:
- Disk Dehydration
- Disk Herniation
- Bone Projection or Bone Spur
- Stiffness in Ligaments
Types of radiculopathy
- Cervical radiculopathy
- Thoracic radiculopathy
- Lumber radiculopathy
SYMPTOMS OF CERVICAL RADICULOPATHY
Common symptoms associated with cervical radiculopathy include:
- Stiffness and numbness in the neck region
- Persistent Headache
- Loss of balance
- Decreased motor skills
- Severe pain in the neck region radiating towards the shoulder, arm, hand, or fingers.
- Shrinking of the space in the spinal canal
- Weakness in the upper limbs
- Loss of sensation
- Not able to control bladder or bowels
- Grinding sensation while moving neck
DIAGNOSIS FOR RADICULOPATHY
- X-ray
- MRI
- Ct-scan
AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT FOR CERVICAL RADICULOPATHY
- Cervical radiculopathy (greevastambha) is a Nanatmaj Vata Vyadhi. The management available in the current era of medicine is not satisfactory.
- The ayurveda treatment plan includes panchakarma therapies, yoga asanas and Ayurvedic oral drugs that help complete body and mind rejuvenation.
- Panchakarma therapies like enema (oil and herbal ) are the procedures generally adopted for this disorder.
- Treatments will give remarkable relief from the complaints of cervical radiculopathy.
PANCHKARMA THERAPIES
- Abhyanga (massage)
- Swedana (sudation)
- Greeva Basti
- Nasya (drug administration through the nose)
- Sarvangdhara
ABHYANGA (OIL MASSAGE):
- One of the best Ayurveda treatments for radiculopathy, this is a traditional Ayurvedic massage that is usually performed with a mixture of herbliazed oil is considered highly emphatic for pain and stiffness in the body.
- Abhyanga reaches Mamsa, Meda, Asthi, Majja, Dhatu endows nourishment to them.
- Specific Massage provide strength to the muscles, relaxed the drastic muscles, and improves regional blood flow.
- It reduces the pain, activates the local metabolic process and also increase the absorption of Sneha through the skin.
PATRA PINDA POTTALI SWEDANA:
- PPS (Patra pinda sweda) was applied on affected part of the body after Abhyanga, which reduces the Stambha.
- Patra pinda sweda increases the strength of inpacted body parts and nourishes them.
GREEVA VASTI:
- Greeva basti is the process of applying heat to the cervical area by medicated Luke warm oil through a receptacle made of black gram dough.
- It is too emphatic for conditions such as Stiff Neck, Disc Prolapse. Cervical radiculopathy.
NASYAM KARMA (NASAL ADMINISTRATION):
- Nasal administration of medicines in drops is a major Panchakarma procedure performed to manage cervical radiculopathy.
- In this therapy, the medicines administered into both nostrils to treat neck pain and cervical radiculopathy.
SARVANGDHARA:
- luke warm oil medicated with Ayurvedic herbs poured on the body with a gentle massage.
- It is considered best for rejuvenation and relieving pain and inflammation
- After administration of Swedana, it might produce a hypoalgesic effect by diverted stimuli.
YOGA ASANAS FOR CERVICAL RADICULOPATHY
Physical therapy, stretching, and yoga can all help ease the symptoms of cervical radiculopathy
- Karnapidasana (Ear to Shoulder/Neck Rolls)
- Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend)
- Balasana (Child’s pose)
- Shavasana (Corpes pose)
- Dwi Pada Viparita Dandasana (Two-Footed Pose)
- Marjaryasana/Bitilasana (Cat/Cow Stretch)
- Padahastasana (Standing Forward Bend Pose)
- Tadasana Pashchima Baddha Hastasana (Hand Clasp Behind Back)
- Uttana Shishosana (Melting Heart Posture)
- Salamba Bhujangasana (Sphinx Pose)
AYURVEDIC HERBAL DRUG
- Ashwagandha churna (Withania somnifera)
- Shatavari churna (Asparagus recemosus)
- Gokshur churna (Tribulus terrestris)
- Sarpgandha churna (Rauvolfia serpentine)
- Shankha bhasma
- Chandraprabha vati
- Yograj guggulu with Dashmool kwath
- Ashwagandha avaleha
CAC SPECIAL “CERVICAL RELIEF KIT’’
CAC offers “Cervical relief kit’’ which includes many herbal medicines that are able to manage this disorder. All products are made with pure natural herbs. The kit includes total six ingredients mentioned below:
- RASAYANA VATI
- NERVE UP TABLET
- PAIN-O-KILL OIL
- PAIN-O-KILL SYRUP
- PANCHSAKAR CHURNA
- DETOX PREMIUM POWDER
PREVENTIVE STEPS FOR RADICULOPATHY
- Maintain good body posture
- Taking small breaks while working
- Regular physical exercise
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Limit running or high impact aerobics
- Take proper sleep for 7 to 8 hours
- Don’t lift heavy things
FAQ:
Question : How do you treat cervical radiculopathy naturally?
Answer : Cervical radiculopathy is a condition where the nerve roots from your cervical spine get compressed, causing pain and discomfort in the arms and hands. This guide covers nonsurgical options for treating cervical radiculopathy, including rest and activity modifications for symptoms related to overexertion, as well as physical therapy exercises to improve flexibility and range of motion.
Question : Can nerve damage be cured by Ayurveda?
Answer : Ayurveda has been used to cure many types of nerve damage disorders and is still being practiced with the same results. Ayurvedic medicine is known worldwide for its healing methods, though some of the treatments are a little difficult to master. They include external application of warm herbal medicated oils over the effected parts of the body on daily basis at least for a period of 21 days.
Questions : Can cervical spondylosis be cured by Ayurveda?
Answer : Ayurveda, the traditional Indian medical science has cure to most of the diseases. Cervical spondylosis is one type of neck pain which can be treated effectively by Ayurveda. The Ayurvedic Panchakarma therapies for treating cervical spondylosis include Abhyanga swedam, Elakizhi, Nasyam, Shirovasti or shirodhara, Sarvangadhara, Greeva vasti, Navara kizhi, Pizhichil etc to relieve pain and inflammation of muscles and ligaments and to improve the flexibility of neck bone joints.
Questions : How long does it take to heal from cervical radiculopathy?
Answer : Generally speaking, most patients who undergo radiculopathy treatment will achieve relief within about 6 – 12 weeks, if not sooner
Question : Can cervical radiculopathy cause permanent nerve damage?
Answer : When you have a pinched nerve in your neck, it can create pain and symptoms such as numbness, tingling, and weakness. Treatment options include physical therapy, over the counter medications, nerve blocks, and cervical epidural steroid injections.
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