Lumber Spondylosis

WHAT IS LUMBAR SPONDYLOSIS ?

‌‌It is a degenerative condition of the lumber spine caused by age related ware and tear of the vertebrae, intervertebral discs, and ligaments. it is one of the leading causes of chronic low back pain in adults, especially at the age of 40.

CAUSES:

• Aging – natural disc degeneration & loss of spinal flexibility
• Disc degeneration – reduce cushioning between vertebrae
• Obesity – excess load on lumber spine
• Poor posture
• Strain – heavy standing/sitting, heavy lifting

SYMPTOMS:

• Chronic back pain
• Stiffness in lower back
• Radiating pain
• Tingling, numbness, or weakness in legs and feet (if nerve root compressed)

HOW CAN NIRVANA HELP YOU TREAT LUMBAR SPONDYLOSIS:

We design a holistic treatment protocol that focuses upon overall healing of your body, your treatment plan can consist of

• NATUROPATHY:

• Mud packs reduce inflammation & pain
• Oil massage with mild stretching (warm castor oil with camphor or sesame oil relieves stiffness & nourish tissues

• HYDROTHERAPY:

• Hot Fomentation – relaxes muscles, reduce stiffness
• Contrast bath – (hot /cold application) improves blood circulation, relieves inflammation
• Spinal bath – relaxes spinal nerves
• Immersion bath with warm water helps to relax muscles

• YOGA:

• ASANAS: Setubandhasana, Bhujangasana, Shalabasana, Makarasana avoid forward bending and jerky twists)

• PHYSIOTHERAPY:

• Strengthening exercises, stretches for back and leg muscles
• Electrotherapy: IFT, TENS, Lumbar Traction

• DIET:

• Anti- inflammatory diet.
• INCLUDE: More carrots, ginger, garlic, flaxseeds, pineapple, turmeric, green leafy vegetables

• LIFESTYLE MODIFICATIONS:

• Maintain weight
• Posture correction
• Avoid heavy standing & lifting weights
• Regular back stretching & strengthening exercises
• Sleep on firm mattress.