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HOW TO TREAT BODY SPASM WITH AYURVEDA

Nowadays most of the people are troubled by pain in different parts of the body. Sitting in one position for a long time, lack of nutrients in the body, aging and an inactive lifestyle can cause pain. People often take painkillers when there is pain in any part of the body, but the effect of taking painkillers in excess amounts on our kidneys. In such a situation, if you want, you can try some Ayurvedic remedies to get relief from body pain.

AYURVEDIC HERBS FOR BODY SPASM

Brahmi: Brahmi plant is very beneficial to remove body pain. You can use Brahmi oil for this. Brahmi oil has analgesic properties. Massage with Brahmi oil is recommended in Ayurveda to relieve pain. along with this, brahmi oil also has antinociceptive effect. This effect helps in reducing pain. Therefore, Brahmi plant is also known as a pain reliever. You can also use Brahmi oil as a home remedy to relieve pain.
Ashoka tree: Ashoka tree is also known as a pain reliever. It is rich in flavonoids. It acts like a pain reliever. Not only this , the bark of Ashoka tree is also beneficial in removing pain . Ashoka bark has analgesic effect, which is helpful in relieving pain.
Ashwagandha : Most of the people feel pain due to weakness in the body. In such a situation, Ashwagandha is considered beneficial. Ashwagandha is rich in nutrients, so it provides relief from joint and bone pain. Ashwagandha is used in Ayurveda to overcome many problems. You can take Ashwagandha in the form of capsules, powder, etc. in case of body pain. It also removes physical weakness. It is beneficial for both women and men.
Asparagus: Shatavari is used in Ayurveda to overcome the problems related to women. Shatavari is said to be very beneficial for women. Shatavari also provides relief from joint, bone pain in women. Shatavari contains a good amount of vitamin K, which makes bones strong. Not only this, asparagus also contains iron, which makes bones and body stronger. Shatavari is beneficial for women
Sesame Seeds: Sesame seeds are also beneficial in reducing body pain. Sesame seeds are rich in potassium, protein, iron, calcium and vitamin B6. All these nutrients make bones and muscles strong. That’s why you must include sesame seeds in your diet. You can also eat laddoos made from sesame seeds.

AYURVEDIC PROCEDURES IN BODY SPASM:

SNEHAN: Snehan or Oleation therapy helps in loosening the body toxins which are stuck up into our body systems causing ailments. Oleation is of two types internal and external oleation, where in Internal Oleation Sneha dravya like plain or medicated ghee, oil is taken orally in desirable amount. External Oleation therapy consists of whole or partial body massage with medicated oils. Our skin being semi-permeable absorbs this oil to some extent.
SWEDAN: Swedan or Sudation therapy is sweating induced by steam,it liquifies the toxins and increases the flow of toxins to Gastrointestinal tract (Koshtha). There are various ways of applying swedan therapy like Nadi sweda, Pinda sweda, Patra pottali, Valuka sweda, etc the type of sweda to be used is selected according to the patient and the disease he is suffering from.
PATRA PINDA SWEDA: Patra Pinda Sweda is known as Elakizhi, and is described as a form of sweat therapy prepared from herbal ingredients such as the leaves of medicinal plants. Different leaves are selected for this procedure depending on the disease to be treated and the dosha involved in causing the disorder. The commonly used leaves of the plants are Eranda (Ricinus communis), Nirgundi (Vitex negundo), Arka (Calotropis gigantea), etc. Helps in reducing the pain, stiffness, and inflammation. It pacifies the vata dosha
SARVANGYA ABHAYANGA – Abhyangam is one of the most important dincharyas (daily regimen) mentioned in the Ayurveda for achieving good health and longevity. In Ayurveda, Abhyanga is done by using herbal oils that have several health benefits. Calms the nerves and promotes deeper and better sleep, Eliminates body impurities and helps in reducing weight, Improves blood circulation and stimulates internal organs

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEEDICATIONS

PAIN-O-KILL TABLETS: As the name suggests these tablets will kill the pain naturally. The herbs present in the formation of these tablets are Ashwagandha, Hadjod, Punarnava, Nirgundi, Methi, Garlic, etc. These herbs in combination show antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, immuno-modulator properties. The regular use of these tablets reduce body pain and acts on its root cause.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

Pain-O-kill Syrup: The herbal syrup is prepared from ingredients like Shunthi, Shudh Guggulu, Ashwagandha, Hadjod, Nirgundi, etc that reduces pain naturally. This herbal syrup helps to reduce body pain, muscle stiffness, inflammation, & swelling. The ingredients used for the preparation of the syrup possess antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc properties.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 teaspoonfuls twice daily.

NERVE UP TABLET: These tablets are pure ayurvedic formulation. Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas and kapha dosha. It acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. This tablet helps in Backache, knee pain, headache, bronchitis, depression.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily.

NERVE PLUS TABLET: These tablets shows Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Analgesic and immune-modulator properties. It contains herbal ingredients Ghritkumari (Aloe barbadensis), Kali mirch (Piper nigrum), Giloy satav (Tinospora crdifolia), shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, shudha vatsnabh, shudh singraf. It is beneficial for migraine, lower back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, stimulating nerves and appetite.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

PAIN-O-KILL OIL: This herbal oil provides good results in body pain, swelling, stiffness, & inflammation. Massage with this oil relieves pain, stiffness, & swelling. Pain-O-Kill oil is prepared from herbal ingredients like Jyotishmati, Kustha, Devdaru, Vatsnabh, Rasna, etc. These all ingredients show anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, & analgesic properties. The antioxidant nature removes all toxins out from the body. Anti-inflammatory & analgesic properties reduce inflammation & pain in the body

Method of Application: Take few drops of oil in your hands after that gently massage over the affected area of your body pain.

YOGA ASNA FOR BACK PAIN

December 25, 2021
Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Most of the time, due to sitting or standing for a long time, our back pain starts. The problem of back pain has become common in today’s modern life. Yoga can be resorted to to avoid this problem. You can do these simple yogasanas at any time of the day and get rid of back pain.

How can this asana be done to get rid of back pain? How to do the all direction back stretch?

You can do these yogasanas anytime and anywhere. For example, in an office chair, airplane yoga, in front of your TV, during breaks or on a yoga mat.

Sit comfortably in Sukhasan.

Keep the waist straight and leave the shoulders loose. Don’t forget to keep a smile on your face. If you want to do this yoga posture standing then keep your feet in a straight line.

Pull your spine up. Lengthening the spine

While inhaling, slowly raise both the arms upwards.

Interlace your fingers in such a way that both the thumbs touch each other comfortably.

Relax and stretch the body completely without applying unnecessary stress. Keep the elbows straight. Make sure your arm touches your ear.

Staying still in this position take 2-3 deep breaths.

A simple tip to deepen the waist stretch: Gently pull the navel inwards towards the waist.

Turn your waist to the right and left. Twisting the spine to right and left

Your palms are still tied over the head.

Exhaling, slowly turn to your right side. Stay in that state for some time and take 2-3 long deep breaths.

Inhaling, come back to your center.

Exhaling again, slowly turn to your sister. Stay in that state for some time and take 2-3 long deep breaths.

While inhaling come back to your center.

Pull your waist to the right and left. Bending the spine right and left

Your palms are still tied over the head.

While exhaling, slowly lean towards your right. Stay in that state for some time and keep taking long deep breaths.

Inhaling, come back to your center.

Exhaling again, slowly turn to your sister. Make sure that you do not lean forward or backward while doing this easy. There should not be more tension in one hand than in the other.

While inhaling come back to your center.

Tip: You can also pull your abdominal muscles in to keep your spine straight while doing this asana.

Pull your waist forward and backward. Bending the spine forward and backward

Make a binding of your hands and while exhaling, pull your hands forward.

Take a deep long breath in and as you exhale, push your body forward from the lower back.

Inhale and exhale, pull your whole body to the right. Both the hands are parallel to each other and there should be equal pull in both the hands. If you feel that you are not able to do the posture properly, then slowly try to come to the right position.

Inhaling, come to your center.

As you exhale, turn to your sister and create a stretch from your waist to your hands.

Inhaling come back to your center and slowly raise your hands upwards.

Open your fingers and pull yourself back.

Breathe in and come back to your center. While exhaling, slowly bring your hands down.

Benefits of this yoga posture: By pulling your hands backwards, the muscles of the lower back get a good massage.

Turn your waist side to side. Twisting the spine from side-to-side

Place your left hand on your right knee. Take a long deep breath and as you exhale, turn to your right. You can place your right hand on the ground near your right knee.

Pressing your right hand on the ground, pull yourself up. Make sure that you do not lean forward or backward.

While inhaling come back to your center again.

Exhale and repeat the whole process with the left arm. Place your right hand on your left knee and place your left hand on the ground. Make sure that you keep your spine straight and stable.

Breathe in and come back to your center.

Change the position of your feet in your quartet (alti-palti). If you had put your left foot on the right foot, then now place your right foot on your left foot and repeat the above process again.

Tip: Apart from your hip muscles, you should also use your abdominal muscles while doing this yoga asana.

Benefits of these yogasanas Benefits of all direction back stretch

This asana makes the body stable.
Strengthens the back and abdominal muscles.
Gives rest to the back.
This is a good way to warm up the body before yoga.
By practicing these yogasanas daily, the strength of the lungs increases.

Slip disc patients should do this yoga only after consulting a doctor. Slip disc patients can get a lot of comfort by these asanas.

All the above mentioned yogasanas strengthen the muscles of the waist and generate stretch in them. The spinal cord is well exercised by these yogasanas. These yogasanas also work on the abdominal muscles.

If you are struggling with any physical problem or emotional stress

How to Treat Back Pain in Ayurveda with Herbal Remedies?

April 9, 2020
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Back pain is the most common problem in today’s lifestyle. Pain in the back can lead to a lot of discomforts and cause difficulty in performing day to day activities.

It affects people of any age and can happen due to various reasons. With the increase in the age the chances of developing lower back pain increases. The reasons might vary from previous occupation and degenerative slip disc disease.

Lower back strain is commonly linked to the lumbar spine ligaments around the spine, muscles of the lower back, abdominal and pelvic internal organs, discs in between the vertebrae of the spine, spinal cord and nerves, and the skin around the lumbar region.

Problems with the spine-related condition like osteoporosis can lead to back pain.

The human spine consists of a complex structure of muscles, ligaments, tendons, disks, and bones, which works together and provides support to the body. The spine segments are cushioned with cartilage-like pads which are called as discs.

In case of any problem with these components, it can lead to pain in the back. In some of the cases, the main cause of lower back ache is unknown. But other common causes like strain, poor posture, etc.

What are the causes of back pain?

Back pain comes suddenly but lasts not for more than five or six weeks, this is called as acute back pain, and this can be caused by a fall or heavy lifting.

Chronic pain in the back lasts for more than three months, but it is less common than acute lower back pain.

Here are the conditions that are commonly linked to sudden lower back pain

1) Muscle or ligament strain

This occurs due to repeated heavy lifting or a sudden awkward movement that strains back muscles as well as spinal ligaments.

2) Bulging or ruptured disks

Disks act as cushions between the spinal vertebrae. These discs can bulge or rupture and press on a nerve. Sometimes there will be bulging or ruptured disk without signs of back pain.

3) Arthritis

Osteoarthritis affects the lower back, which leads to a narrowing of the space around the spinal cord, and this condition is called spinal stenosis.

4) Strain or injury

Back pain commonly stems from strain or injury. Most of the frequent causes of lower back chronic pain are – muscle spasm, muscle tension, damaged disks.

Activities that can lead to strains are:

Lifting heavy objects, abrupt and awkward movements, body structure related problems, etc.

5) Sciatica

In this condition pain that travels through the buttock and down towards the back of the leg which is caused due to a bulging or herniated disk pressing on a nerve.

What are the symptoms of lower back muscle pain?

The main symptom of back pain is pain anywhere in the back region, and sometimes it radiates towards the buttocks and legs.

Some back issues can cause pain in other parts of the body, and it depends on the nerves that are affected.

Other symptoms of lower right back pain can include:

Muscle pain
Shooting or stabbing pain in the affected area
Pain that radiates down your leg
Pain that worsens standing, walking or lifting heavy objects
Pain that improves with reclining

What are the risk factors for back pain?

Some of the risk factors that develop extreme lower back pain:

Age: As the age increases, it usually starts around the age group of 30 or 40.

Lack of exercise: Weak muscles and lack of exercise might lead to sharp lower back pain.

Excessive weight gain: It puts extra stress on the back or spine, leading to spinal pain.

Disease: Some diseases related to bones like arthritis and cancer can lead to back pain.

Psychological conditions: Conditions like depression and anxiety are vulnerable to back pain.

Smoking: It reduces blood flow to the spine and unable to deliver nutrients to the back. It slows down the healing process.

What is the Ayurvedic treatment for back pain?

Panchakarma Treatment

Chandigarh Ayurved Centre is providing wonderful panchkarma procedures which work on the root cause of the disease. It includes-

1) Kati Vasti

Kati Vasti is a circular ring is made on the back area with dough, and lukewarm medicated oil is poured into it. This procedure is done to relieve lower spine pain.

2) Patra Potli Pind Sweda

In this procedure, a potali (bag) is filled with herbal leaves and is cooked in medicated oil. With this potali lower back is massaged to reduce the pain as well as inflammation.

3) Shasti Shali Pind Sweda

The shasti shali rice is cooked in medicated oil and the affected area of the back is massaged with this potali.

4) Abhayang

In this procedure, the lower back is massaged with the medicated herbal oil for removing the toxins that lead to pain and inflammation.

Ayurvedic treatment

Chandigarh Ayurved Centre provides effective treatment for back painwhich is known as Backache solution kit.

This kit consists of various Ayurvedic formulations for back pain treatment that balances the vitiated doshas.

It contains- Ras Rajeshwar Ras, Vishtinduk Vati, Panchsakar Churna, Backache Relief Oil, & Trikatu Syrup.

Description of products-

1. Nerve up tablet:

Nerve up tablets are pure ayurvedic formulation to treat backache that helps in balancing the Vata doshas as well as Kapha dosha.

The ingredients present in it are praval pishti, abhrak bhasma, shudha shilajit, shankh bhasma shudha kuchala, etc.

Being a nerve stimulant, it provides strength to the central nervous system. It treats Backache, knee pain, headache, bronchitis, depression, etc.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

2. Nerve Plus tablet:

Nerve pus tablet has Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic, Anti-bacterial, Antioxidant, and immune-modulator properties.

It comprises of herbal ingredients like Kali Mirch (Piper nigrum), Ghritkumari (Aloe barbadensis), shudha shilajit, shudha kuchala, Giloy satav (Tinospora cordifolia), shudha vatsnabh, etc.

It shows effective results in lower backache, gout, rheumatoid arthritis, increases appetite, etc.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

3. Panchasakar Churna:

Panchsakar Churna is a classical Ayurvedic formulation for pain in back that consists of five ingredients named as – Balaharitaki – (Unripe fruits of Terminalia chebula), Shunti – (Zingiber officinale), Shatapushpa – (Anethum sowa), Swarnapatri – (Cassia angustifolia), Saindhavan Lavana – (Rock Salt). It eliminates the harmful toxins from the body in a natural way.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 teaspoonful with Luke warm water at bedtime.

4. Pain-O-Kill Oil:

This herbal oil comprises of Jyotishmati (Celastrus paniculatus), Devdaru (Cedrus deodara), Kustha (Saussurea lappa), Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata), Vatsnabh (Aconitum ferox), etc.

As the name suggests, it gives the best result in all types of pain. This oil has a good result in reducing the inflammation, treats low back pain, weakness, etc.

Method of Usage – It is applied on the affected portion of the body and massage with light pressure. Do this procedure twice a day.

5. Trikatu Syrup:

Trikatu consists of Ginger, Black pepper and Long pepper and is the best herbal remedy for digestive ailments, obesity, and high cholesterol.

It boosts up the body’s immune response and treats inflammation associated with the back pain. It also eliminates the toxins from the body.

Recommended Dosage –Take 2 teaspoonful twice a day before meal with normal water.

6. Detox Premium Powder:

Detox Premium Powder consists of a combination of parval pishti, shukta pishti, gandhak rasayan, giloy satv, kamdudha rasa, etc.

It relieves discomfort, pain, numbness, etc. from the back region. It also balances the Vata dosha in a naturally.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.

Panchakarma Treatment for Back Pain

Ayurvedic & Panchakarma Treatment of Back Pain

Best panchakarma treatment for back pain : Sometimes all you can do is smile. Move on with your day, hold back the tears and pretend you’re okay this is the condition a patient suffering from backache is facing every moment.

Backache is a debilitating and uncomfortable situation. It is the common reason for absence from work. 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.