About Cervical Spondylosis

Cervical spondylitisCervical spondylitis indicates damage to the spine which in turn affects vertebral column. If ignored, this may lead to persistent pain. Cervical spondylitis causes acute pain in the neck region which induces tightness, stiffness and affects mobility.

It is a kind of arthritis which affects cervical vertebrae and is characterized by neck pain at back region which may radiate to shoulders or arms. It may also cause vertigo when moved downwards.

Symptoms varies as per the severity of condition.

What is Cervical Spine?

Neck is a very fine structure made from bones, muscles, nerves, tendons and ligaments.

The cervical spine is delicate – housing the spinal cord which sends messages from brain to control all aspects of body, also it helps in flexible movement of neck in all the directions.

What Actully Happens in Cervical Spondylosis?

Major factor for cervical spondylosis is age factor. As you reach 40 by age, spinal discs may shrink or get dry and this causes reduction in cushioning between bones of neck. Also as age proceeds, one can get osteophytes (bone spurs) or herniated discs. All this may put extra pressure on nerve roots and spinal cord and cause neck pain.

What are Causes for Cervical Spondylosis?

  • Age factor as mentioned above
  • Being overweight
  • No physical work out
  • History of osteoporosis
  • Past history of neck injury
  • Past history of spinal damage
  • Genetic factors
  • Severe arthritis

What are Symptoms in Cervical Spondylosis?

  • Stiffness of neck
  • Pain and numbness around neck region
  • Numbness may radiate to shoulders, arms and even legs.
  • Headache
  • Loss of balance and control over bladder and motion (rare)

How to Diagnose Cervical Spondylosis?

Doctor may ask you few questions regarding your symptoms and tests can be done like:-

  • X ray to know some abnormalities or bone spurs
  • MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) – helps to locate pinching nerves
  • CT (computerized tomography) Scan – to see clear image of neck
  • Myelography – a dye is injected to get clearer x-rays or CT scan imaging
  • Nerve function tests – Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction study

What Ayurveda Says About Cervical Spondylosis?

Ayurveda underlines prevention of health diseases and promotion of health and wellbeing.

Three physical energies, Vata, Pitta and Kapha decide individual’s body nature and accordingly diet and life style is recommended. As everyone is different genetically, recommendations also varies person to person and also it depends upon the each season of the year.

According to Ayurveda, cervical spondylosis is due to vitiation of Vata dosha. Improper dietary and life style habits cause vitiation of Vata and production of Ama or toxic material in body. Vata goes out of control due to over consumption of dry, cool, stale, light and gas forming foods, with long gap of meals and having very less meal. This leads to impaired digestion and obstruction of body channels causing symptoms as mentioned above.

Herbal Remedies for Cervical Spondylosis

Planet Ayurveda offers best combination of effective herbal remedies such as Cervical Spondylosis Care Pack for natural treatment of cervical spondylosis. We provides 100 percent pure and herbal products. All of them are free from side effects and are safe to use. And they are formulated by MD Ayurveda doctors. All of the medicines from the house are made without the addition of chemicals or additives or preservatives in it.

Dosage

  1. Yograj Guggul : 2 tablets two times a day with warm water, after meals.
  2. Hakam Churna : 1/2 tsp. two times a day with warm water, before meals.
  3. Joint Aid Plus : 2 capsules two times a day with warm water, after meals.
  4. Boswellia Curcumin : 1 capsule two times a day with warm water, after meals.
  5. Orthovita Oil : Apply warm oil locally and apply it before meals.
  6. Triphala Guggul : 1 tablet two times a day with warm water, after meals.

Products Description

1. Yograj Guggul

It is a classical formulation, which is traditionally used in Ayurveda for painful Joints and muscles, Rheumatoid arthritis and Osteoarthritis. It helps to maintain healthy metabolism and remove toxins from the system. It rejuvenates and strengthens the skeletal and neuromuscular system. It is very effective for pain and inflammation. Although, it has almost all the properties but it also checks the irritation of the vatic nerves. It is also very effective for gastric problems also, which helps to balance the vata dosha in the body. This herbal preparation is the combination of the various ayurvedic herbs like Guggul resin (Commiphora mukul), Chitrak (Plumbago zeylanica), Pippali (Piper longum), Ajwain (Carum couticum), Vidang (Embelia ribes), Kulanjan (Alpinia galangal), Heart wood (Cedrus Deodara), Chavya (Piper chaba), Puskaramula (Inula racemosa) etc.

2. Hakam Churna

Hakam churna has ability to retrieve the normal digestion thereby putting a stop to Vata disturbance. It is very effective in painful joints, stiff joints, backache. Ayurveda Experts call this combination “Tridosha Rasayan”. According to Ancient Ayurveda, the indigestion and formation of the gas is the main cause of the vitiation of the vata which then localize in the joints and produce pain. This herbal prepration helps to balance all the three doshas. It also helps to balance the kapha dosha, ultimately helps to decrease the body weight. Its hot nature means balancing Pitta, which works on the digestive fire of the body and getting into balance. This herbal combination consist of the chandershoor (Lepidium sativum), Kalonji (Nigella sativa), Methi (Trigonella foenum graecum) and Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi).

3. Joint Aid Plus

It is a unique combination of the various herbs. These capsules work quickly and excellent alternative to pain killers without any side effects. These are very effective in reducing inflammation and pain. These capsules help to regain the lost strength of the joints. The degeneration in joints steadily control by these capsules. This herbal capsules consist of the ingredients are Nirgundi (Vitex nirgundo), Sallaki (Bosewllia serrate), Guggul (Commiphora mukul), Sonth (Zingiber officanlis) and Ashwagandha (withania somnifera).

4. Boswellia Curcumin

It is a very potent medicine which is used in inflammatory disorders. The herbs it contains are shallaki (boswellia serrata),curcumin (curcuma longa). These are very helpful medicines which help to reduce the pain and heal the disease quickly. It is also used in mourning stiffness and in arthritic pain. Mainly this medicine is used for pain purposes like joint pain,ankle pain,elbow pain, hip pain,swelling in fingers and many inflammatory disorders. It is the best combination of herbs which are best for all pain disorders like arthritis etc. it also promotes the proper blood circulation to the body which helps to subsides the inflammations. It is the best medicine for cervical spondylitis help to promote proper blood circulation and pain get relieved. Shallaki is one of the best medicines which help in subsiding the pain and inflammation.

5. Orthovita Oil

The oil as per given in our ancient books that oil is good vatahar means it easily subsides the pain and inflammation. It is a medicated oil made with pure natural anti-inflammatory oils which gives excellent results in spondylitis. The oils are tail tarpin,kapoor,gandhpoom,pararani tail etc. it reduces the pain and inflammation by just applying over time. These collections of oils are very good in vatahara and are very useful for joint disorders. The ingredients are pure classical and are very classy in nature.

6. Triphala Guggul

Triphala Guggul is a classical polyherbal formulation by Planet Ayurveda prepared from the pure extract of herbs like haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), and Guggul (Commiphora mukul). The Triphala present in this formulation helps to balance the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) and the Guggul has Vata pacifying properties. Thus this formulation helps to reduce pain and swelling. It also helps to enhance digestion and remove toxins. Triphala guggul helps to clear the blockage of the channels, reduce inflammation and pain, and it has very effective results in cervical spondylosis.

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What are Dietary Guidelines to Maintain Healthy Muscles and Bones?

  • Make use of food items which are easily digested.
  • Drink plenty of water and keep yourself hydrated.
  • Opt for sweet taste.
  • Have soaked almonds daily.
  • Avoid consumption of food items made from white flour, other junk, fried and packed foods.
  • Avid over exertion, physically and mentally as well.
  • Have a proper sleep.