HELLO,
WHAT IS HAPPENING IN YOUR BODY? You are experiencing numbness, tingling, burning in hands and feet, along with neck and lower back pain, especially worsening during sleep, cold weather, and prolonged sitting
According to Ayurveda, this is mainly due to Vata dosha imbalance
WHY VATA IS THE MAIN CAUSE IN YOUR CASE
1) AGE FACTOR After the age of 50, vata naturally increases in the body.
Vata controls -nerves -sensation -movement -circulation So nerve related symptoms like tingling, numbness, dryness, pain become more common
2) COLD CLIMATE (new jersey) Cold, dry weather has the same qualities as vata. This increase vata further and causes -reduced circulation -nerve irritation -stiffness and pain
3) LONG SITTING HOURS Prolonged sitting causes -poor blood flow -compression of nerves in neck and lower back -weak nourishment to hands and feet Ayurveda calls this srotorodha (blockage of channels)
4) NECK AND LOWER BACK PAIN The spine is the main pathway of nerves when vata settles in -Neck -> tingling in hands -Lower back-> tingling in feet This condition is called Asthi-majja gata vata (vata affecting bones and nerve tissues)
5) WHY SYMPTOMS WORSEN AT NIGHT Night time is vata dominant time , so -tingling -burning -numbness increase during sleep
TREATMENT GOALS -calm aggravated vata -improve nerve nourishment -increase circulation to hands and feet -reduce stiffness, Pain and burning -prevent progression of nerve damage -improve sleep quality
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp at night with warm milk for minimum 3 months = nourishes nerves, reduces weakness, improves sleep
2) YOGARAJ GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals for 3 months =removes nerve inflammation , reduces stiffness and pain, improves joint mobility
3 ) DASHMOOLA KASHAYA= 20 ml + equal water daily preferably evening for 2 months =best medicine for vata disorders, reduces nerve pain, improves circulation
4) KSHEERBALA CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily after meals =strengthens nerves, reduces numbness and tingling
IF BURNING SENSATION IS MORE -AMALAKI RASAYANA= 1 tsp in morning =balance mild pitta along with vata
EXTERNAL TREATMENT
DAILY OIL MASSAGE= KSHEERBALA TAILA -hands, feet, neck, lower back -oil is opposite of dry vata -improves circulation -calms irritated nerves Best done before bath or before sleep
SWEDANA (HEAT THERAPY) -warm towel or steam on neck and back =heat opens blocked channels and reduces stiffness
DIET -warm cooked food -rice, wheat, oats -moong dal -cooked vegetables - pumpkin, bottle gourd, carrot -ghee=1-2 tsp daily -warm milk with turmeric or nutmeg
AVOID -cold drinks -ice creams -raw salads -excess tea/coffee -dry snacks, chips -frozen and packaged food
LIFESTYLE CHANGES -keep hands and feet warm, especially at night -avoid cold wid exposure -do not sit continuously for more than 40-45 minutes -gentle walking daily -sleep before 10 pm -avoid stress and overthinking increase vata
YOGA ASANAS -tadasana -bhujangasana -setu bandhasana -pawanmuktasana
PRANAYAM -Nadi sodhana= balances nervous system -Bhramari= calms nerve irritation -Deep slow breathing
HOME REMEDIES -warm oil massage on soles before sleep -turmeric milk at night -sesame oil application on feet -warm water bath
PROGNOSIS -Since problem in chronic (>6 months):- improvement will be gradual -Tingling reduces in 4-6 weeks -Pain and stiffness improve In 6-8 weeks -consistency is key
This condition is manageable and reversible to a good extent if -vata is controlled -regular oiling and warmth is maintained -diet and lifestyle are corrected -treatment is continued patiently
Ayurveda focuses not only on symptoms relief but on root cause correction, which takes time but gives long lasting benefit
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Hello I get how irritating and worrying it is to have numb, tingly hands and feet. The good news is, we can definitely get this under control.
YOUR CONCERN –Symptoms: Numbness, tingling, burning in your hands and feet, especially when you’re trying to sleep. –How long Over six months now. –Other stuff: You also have pain in your lower back and neck.
–What makes it worse:Sitting for a long time. –Your life: You live in a cold place (New Jersey) and haven’t really changed your diet or how you live.
AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING
This probably comes from a Vata imbalance, which messes with your nerves and blood flow. Things that might be making it worse are:
* Not enough blood flow from sitting for too long or being out in the cold. * Your spine showing some age, which can press on nerves in your back and neck. * Your nerves not getting enough good stuff because of weak bodily tissues.
TREATMENT PLAN
* Get Vata back in balance and boost your circulation. * Make your nerves and muscles stronger. * Stop that burning, tingling, and numbness. * Ease up on your back and neck pain.
AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
INTERNAL MEDICATION
1 Ashwagandha Capsules: One capsule in the morning and one in the evening after you eat. This helps your nerves and muscles get stronger.
2.Shatavari churna + Bala churna Half a teaspoon with warm milk at night. This feeds your nervous system.
3.Dashmoolaristha 30ml-0-30ml twice a day. This calms Vata and helps with back and nerve pain.
EXTERNAL. CARE
👉Oil Massage (Abhyanga) Use warm Ksheerabala Taila. Rub it on your hands, feet, lower back, and neck for 10-15 minutes every day. This helps blood flow and makes stiff areas feel better.
👉Steam Therapy (Swedana): If you can, do this for 10-15 minutes daily, especially when it’s cold.
DIET PLAN
✅INCLUDE Warm, cooked meals like soups, stews, and khichdi. Also, milk, ghee, almonds, walnuts, seasonal veggies, lentils, and whole grains.
❌AVOID Cold or raw foods, icy drinks, too much coffee, and fried foods.
LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION
* Do some light stretching for your neck, back, and limbs every day.
* Take short walking breaks if you sit a lot.
* Keep yourself warm; don't let yourself get too cold.
* Try some relaxing things and gentle yoga to help calm your Vata and stress.
This problem can definitely get better with regular treatment and a few changes to your daily life. You might start feeling better in 4-8 weeks, but it could take 3-6 months to fully recover, just depending on how bad it is.
Warm Regards Dr. Snehal Vidhate
Numbness tingling burning sensation in hands and feet along with neck and lower back pain especially in cold climate the following medicines can be taken
Dashamoola arishta 15 ml twice daily after food mixed with equal quantity of warm water
Ashwagandha churna Half teaspoon twice daily after food with warm milk or warm water
Vishatinduka vati One tablet once daily after food with warm water Do not increase the dose and do not take it empty stomach
These medicines help in calming nerve irritation improving circulation reducing stiffness and supporting strength when taken regularly and patiently
Avoid sitting continuously for long periods Do not sit more than 30 minutes at a stretch Avoid very soft sofas recliners and beds Avoid bending the neck forward for long time while using phone or laptop
Avoid cold exposure Do not walk barefoot on cold floors Avoid cold water for bathing Avoid ice cold drinks and refrigerated food
Avoid raw salads cold fruits at night excess tea coffee and packaged foods Avoid late night sleeping and irregular routine
Do not lift heavy weights Avoid sudden jerky movements of neck and back
Keep your body warm at all times especially hands feet neck and lower back Daily oil massage with warm sesame oil on neck shoulders lower back hands and feet before bath or before sleep Use a medium firm mattress and a pillow that supports the neck without bending it too much
Diet should be warm nourishing and freshly cooked Include ghee sesame oil soups cooked vegetables dals rice or millets Adequate protein intake is important like eggs fish lentils if digestion allows
Light walking daily is beneficial As symptoms are more than six months do get investigations done Vitamin B12 Vitamin D Blood sugar Thyroid profile
Deficiency of these commonly causes burning tingling and numbness and correcting them gives significant relief
Take care and follow this consistently you will start noticing gradual improvement
Don’t worry take amritadi Guggulu 1tab bd, kaishora Guggulu 1tab bd, chandasava 20ml bd, Gandhak rasayana 1tab bd Do serum uric acid test
Dr RC BAMS MS
BASED ON YOUR AGE COLD CLIMATE CHRONICITY OF SYMPTOMS AND ASSOCIATED NECK AND LOWER BACK PAIN THIS LOOKS LIKE A COMBINATION OF NERVE IRRITATION POOR CIRCULATION AND AGE RELATED SPINE DEGENERATION WHICH GETS WORSE IN COLD WEATHER AND DURING REST
ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULE ONE CAPSULE TWICE DAILY AFTER BREAKFAST AND AFTER DINNER WITH WARM MILK
MAHA YOGRAJ GUGGUL TABLET ONE TABLET TWICE DAILY AFTER FOOD WITH WARM WATER
DASHMOOL KWATH TWO SPOONS ONCE DAILY IN THE EVENING WITH WARM WATER
MAHANARAYAN OIL MASSAGE NECK LOWER BACK HANDS AND FEET DAILY AT NIGHT AFTER MASSAGE KEEP THE AREA WARM AND AVOID COLD AIR
IF BURNING SENSATION IS PROMINENT IN FEET KAISHORE GUGGUL ONE TABLET ONCE DAILY AFTER LUNCH CAN BE TAKEN
AVOID COLD DRINKS ICE CREAM AND RAW FOODS USE WARM COOKED FOOD INCLUDE GHEE DAILY AVOIDCONTINUOUS SITTING DO NECK AND BACK MILD EXERCISES DAILY KEEP FEET AND HANDS COVERED IN COLD WEATHER
CHECK VITAMIN B12 VITAMIN D FASTING BLOOD SUGAR AND HBA1C TSH
1.Ashwagandha capsules 2 cap twice daily with warm milk after meals 2.Brahmi vati 1 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Yograj guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 4.Saraswatrishta 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals
Supportive Measures - Abhyanga (oil massage): Daily warm Mahanarayan oil massage for back, neck, and limbs, followed by a hot shower. - Swedana (steam therapy): Gentle steam or warm compress for stiff areas. - Diet: Favor warm, cooked foods with ghee, turmeric, ginger. Avoid cold, dry, and raw foods.
Lifestyle: - Avoid sitting for long periods; take short walks. - Gentle yoga stretches for spine and legs. - Keep body warm in cold weather.
Warm Regards Dr. Anjali Sehrawat
Some regime you should follow
✔️Do’s:✔️ Eat freshly cooked food. Chew an inch of fresh ginger half an before meal. Eat only fruit vegetables. Limit dairy products (stop if possible) Compulsory cover your every join with warm wears. (Sweater, socks, cap, mufler, gloves)
🧘♀️Yoga🧘♀️ Virabhadrasana Trikonasana Vrukshasan Prasavkonasan Bhujangasan Balasan Shavana
🧘♀️Pranayam🧘♀️ Anulom Vilom Bhastrika Kapalbhati
❌Dont’s:❌ Sitting directly under a fan or right in front of the A.C Oily, spicy, processed food. Packed food products. Sour and fermented items. Bakery items. Fried food products. Potatoes. Too much application of any oil or pain killer gel or ointment.
💊Medication💊
Cap. Arnopen 2 caps twice a day before food Cap. Palsinuron 2 caps twice a day before food Tab. Mahayograj guggu 1 tab twice a day before food Tab. Prataplankeshwar Ras 1 tab twice a day before food
Syp. Dashmoolarishta + Syp. Patankar Kadha 3 tsp + 2 tsp twice a day after food
Lukewarm sesame seed oil massage all over the body. Steam for 20 mins after massage.
Sunthi Siddha Castor oil. 3 tsp at bed time with hot water.
Start with Cap. Ashwashila 1-0-0 after food with water Trayodashang guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Ekangvir ras 1-0-1 after food with water.
