Cervical Spondylosis
This is a kind of arthritis that affects cervical vertebrae and is characterized by pain at the back of the neck (radiating towards the upper limbs) and vertigo while bending downwards. There might be sensory loss and numbness in the upper limbs. In Ayurveda it is known as Grivasandhigatvata. There are some degenerative changes in the cervical vertebrae. This, when coupled with trauma or incorrect posture while sitting or sleeping leads to the manifestation of cervical spondylosis.
This is a kind of arthritis that affects cervical vertebrae and is characterized by pain at the back of the neck (radiating towards the upper limbs) and vertigo while bending downwards. There might be sensory loss and numbness in the upper limbs. In Ayurveda it is known as Grivasandhigatvata. There are some degenerative changes in the cervical vertebrae. This, when coupled with trauma or incorrect posture while sitting or sleeping leads to the manifestation of cervical spondylosis.
Home Remedies:
- Gentle oil massage with lukewarm sesame oil on the whole body followed by hot fomentation (application of moist heat) pacifies vata.
- Have 2-3 raw garlic buds on an empty stomach in the morning with water.
- Make a powdered preparation of dried ginger root, celery seeds, and cumin seeds in equal quantities. Add rock salt to taste, and have 1 teaspoon with water at bedtime.
Diet and Lifestyle:
Increase intake of oily foods that are easily digested, sweet things, purified butter, vegetable soups, milk, almonds, and sesame seeds. Avoid rice, refined flour, kidney beans, and other foods that cause flatulence. Avoid physical and mental exertion, get a good night’s sleep, and have regular, gentle body massage with lukewarm sesame oil.
Increase intake of oily foods that are easily digested, sweet things, purified butter, vegetable soups, milk, almonds, and sesame seeds. Avoid rice, refined flour, kidney beans, and other foods that cause flatulence. Avoid physical and mental exertion, get a good night’s sleep, and have regular, gentle body massage with lukewarm sesame oil.
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