Ayurvedic Panchakarma Treatment for Spondylitis

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DR. Archana Janugade

BAMS (Bombay)

Dr. Archana Janugade is an Ayurvedic expert renowned for her specialisation in Ayurvedic Panchakarma. With 24 years of experience and having obtained her BAMS degree from Podar Government Ayurvedic Medical College in Mumbai, Dr. Janugade has established a strong foundation in the field with her hard work and dedication. Her daughter, Dr. Shriya Janugade (BAMS), now embarking on an MBA journey and preparing for MD, is following in her esteemed mother’s footsteps. Dr. Janugade’s selfless efforts have garnered prestigious recognition and she has been awarded the following:

Social Work in Medical in 2007
Maharashtra Journalists Foundation best doctor in Ayurveda Award 2010
Shiv Sanman Samaj Bhushan Award 2014
Zee 24 Tass Arogya Sanman award 2019

Her commitment to promoting Ayurveda and exceptional contributions to the community have also made her the most sought-after guest on various television shows, such as-

ZEE TV Marathi
SAAM TV Marathi
IBN Lokmat
Doordarshan
TV 9 Marathi

Thanks to her profound knowledge and genuine care, her clinic has gained immense popularity and is highly trusted by patients from across the country and abroad.

What is cervical spondylosis?

The Vata Dosha is responsible for cervical spondylosis. In this condition, the joints, discs, and bones of the neck are affected. Also known as arthritis in the neck, this condition causes stiffness in the neck movements making it less flexible.

Causes of Cervical Spondylosis

Arthritis in the neck is caused by several reasons, such as:

Symptoms of Cervical Spondylosis

The symptoms of cervical spondylosis often go unnoticed in most cases. However, here are a few symptoms that are associated with this disease:

What is Ankylosing Spondylosis?

From an ayurvedic perspective, ankylosing spondylosis is primarily caused by an imbalance in the Vata and Pitta doshas. In this chronic inflammatory condition, the spine and sacroiliac joints become stiff and painful.

Causes of Ankylosing Spondylosis

There is no specific cause of ankylosing spondylosis. However, some genetic factors may be involved in causing this condition. As per ayurveda, some causes can be sedentary lifestyle, intake of diet that aggravates Vata and Pitta doshas, and emotional stress.

Symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylosis

The symptoms that are associated with ankylosis spondylosis are:

What is Lumbar Spondylosis?

In most cases, Vata Dosha is responsible for the degeneration and pain in the joints. The same also applies to Lumbar Spondylosis. In this condition, the lower joints of the spine are affected. When the cartilage of the lower joints in the spine wears away, it leads to chronic pain and soreness. This makes regular movements difficult and might also cause a burning sensation.

Causes of Lumbar Spondylosis

The exact causes of Lumbar Spondylosis are not known, but there are several factors that increase the risk of this disease, such as:

Age
Obesity
Joint injury
Nerve injury
Heredity
Lack of physical activity
Overuse of specific joints

Symptoms of Lumbar Spondylosis

Here are a few common symptoms of lumbar spondylosis that need your attention:

Weakness or numbness in one or both arms
Pain or morning stiffness due to inactivity
Pain that worsens throughout the day
Pain that reaches the shoulder and arm area
Pain and stiffness in the neck
Pain and stiffness in the lower back

Ayurvedic Panchakarma Treatment for Cervical Spondylosis, Ankylosing Spondylosis, and Lumbar Spondylosis

Panchakarma treatment consists of five therapies that aim to detoxify and rejuvenate the body. These therapies also help in balancing the doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). Panchakarma treatment for cervical spondylitis and other types of spondyloses can provide relief from pain and inflammation, and help restore mobility. The panchakarma therapies used for these conditions are as follows:

Abhyanga is highly effective in treating spondylitis and spondylosis conditions. In this treatment method, warm medicated oils are used to massage the body, which helps eliminate pain, stiffness, and inflammation.

In this treatment method, steam treatment with herbal decoctions is used to help open up the body channels, reduce stiffness, and eliminate toxins. Common herbs used in this therapy are Dasha Moola and Nirgundi.

In this treatment therapy, the patient is required to do a therapeutic oil bath, which helps reduce pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints. Different ayurvedic oils are used in this treatment as per the patient’s condition.

Shaman Chikitsa

In addition to the above-mentioned panchakarma therapies, several herbs are used in the treatment process. Some of the ayurvedic herbs used in these treatment therapies are:

Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, ashwagandha helps reduce stiffness and pain in the joints.

Guggulu helps detoxify the body and reduce inflammation in the joints. The herb is also known to balance the Vata and Kapha doshas.

Shatavari helps in the strengthening of muscles and joints, balancing the Pitta and Vata doshas.

Eranda, or castor oil, has pain-relieving properties and is anti-inflammatory. This oil helps reduce the Vata dosha in the body and provides relief from joint pain and stiffness.

Lifestyle Modifications

Along with the Panchakarma treatment for cervical spondylitis and other types of spondyloses, we also prescribe certain lifestyle modifications to help with speedy recovery.