Backache

Backache is a debilitating and uncomfortable situation. It is very common now a days and there are number of reasons for backache eq. heavy lifting, absence from work and leads to stress and unhappy life. It can affect people of any age. The chances of lower back pain are common as the people get older due to degenerative changes in the disc. In Ayurveda Backache is correlated with “Kati Shoola” mainly vata dosha is involved. It is categorised under vataja nantmaja vyadhis. Kati is known as Back and shoola means pain. Lower back pain is associated with discs between the vertebrae, lower back muscles, bony lumbar spine, spinal cord, nerve compression, discs between the vertebrae, ligaments around the discs and the spine, skin around the lumbar region, abdominal and pelvic internal organs. Most of the people take a higher dose of pain-killers and steroids for its treatment that causes side effects on the body. Instead of all these medicines, you should always take Ayurvedic and Panchakarma treatment for proper line of treatment. As these medicines, act on the root cause of the disease without causing any side-effects.

Causes for Backache:

Human Back is composed of vertebrae, bones, ligaments, tendons & muscles that supports the body. When there is any problem with any of the component it can cause back pain. There are many reasons for backache mentioned below:

• Wrong sitting posture and long hours sitting work
• Heavy lifting, accident
• Irregular eating habits and chilled food
• Obesity, Strain in muscles and ligaments
• Any injuries around back, lifting heavy weight or Muscle tension
• Over-stretching, lifting, pulling, pushing heavy weights
• Structural problems like bulging disks, ruptured disks, arthritis, sciatica and osteoporosis etc.
• Abnormal curvature of the spine, kidney stones and kidney infections, etc
• A tumor in the spine, infection of the spine or pelvic inflammatory disease

Signs and Symptoms of Backache:

• Pain that radiates down your leg
• Swelling and inflammation on the back
• Stabbing or shooting back-pain
• An injury or trauma to the back
• Indigestion, Constipation
• Numbness around the anus, genitals and buttocks
• Difficulty in passing urine
• Pain that worsens with walking, standing, lifting, bending

Ayurvedic Treatment for Backache?

Ayurveda contains various herbs and therapies that balance vata dosha naturally. Ayurvedic medicines act on the root cause of disease & relieve all symptoms without causing any side-effects. Rejoice Ayur Health Clinic contains a complete Backache Solution with the natural herbs and therapies. There are Herbo-minerals Ayurvedic preparation that contains ingredients like herbal tablets reduce pain, inflammation, & swelling related to the back. All types of neuro-muscular conditions are treated with the use of these Ayurvedic medicines. It helps in overall detoxification of the body that removes all toxins.

Panchakarma Treatment for Backache:

Panchakarma is the best way to treat all the signs and symptoms related to Backache patients. As it gives good result along with Ayurvedic medicines. The treatment for low back ache is wide-ranging from simple internal medications to intense therapies. The treatment program most appropriate for you will be selected based on the depth of the disease.

The recommended procedures in Backache are:

• Abhayang: In this procedure, lower back is massaged with the medicated herbal oils.
• Swedan: (medicated steam) In this procedure, we apply heat to the back to relieves the pain and inflammation
• Kati Vasti: A bridge is formed on the back bone with flour and warm medicated oil is filled in it and allowed to stay for the some period according to the depth of the disease .
• This helps the muscles and ligaments relax and heal; improves blood circulation heals the tissues. This treatment is usually advised depending on the condition.
• Basti (medicated enema)
• Patra Potli Pind Sweda: In this procedure, a potli (bag) is filled with herbal leaves, it is cooked in medicated oil. With this potli lower back is massaged to reduce the pain and swelling.
• Shasti Shali Pind Sweda: The shasti shali rice is cooked in medicated oil, the affected area of back is massaged with this potli.
• Do Aasna (Exercises), Yoga and meditation on regular basis under special Ayurvedic Physician.
• Avoid vaata aggeravating food and activities.

Advice on Healthy and Diet for Backache Patients:

• Eat a healthy diet and avoid fast food and oily food
• Drink green coconut water daily
• Avoid much intake of coffee
• Eat plenty of fruits except banana.
• Avoid Smoking, alcohol, & taking tobacco
• Include raw salads and green leafy vegetables
• Walk daily for about 30 minutes
• Do yoga everyday as a routine
• Consume food items that are rich in fibre for avoiding constipation

To Book an appointment or to know more about Ayurvedic treatment for Backache in Melbourne with one of our highly experienced practitioners please contact on +61411114403 or email at info@rejoiceclinic.com.au