Lumber Spondylosis

Lumbar spondylosis, also known as spinal osteoarthritis or osteoarthritis of the lower back, is a degenerative condition characterized by age-related changes in the lumbar spine, including the vertebrae, discs, and joints, leading to pain and stiffness.
Lumbar spondylosis involves the breakdown of the cartilage and bones in the lower back, which can cause bone spurs (osteophytes) and narrowing of the spinal canal (spinal stenosis).

Causes –

• Dehydrated discs due to ageing.
• Herniated discs due to ageing.
• Bone spurs due to disc degeneration.
• Stiff ligaments due to ageing
• Age
• Genetic
• Smoking
• Previous back injury

Symptoms –

• Lower back pain
• Pain Spreads (radiates) from your lower back into your thigh and butt muscles (buttocks).
• Feels like a muscle strain in or around your lower back.

Treatment –

• Back pain yoga
• Acupuncture
• Acupressure
• Massage
• Hydrotherapy
• Wax therapy
• Ayurveda therapy – kati basti
• Therapeutic diet
• Cupping therapy