Howi overcome from my mid back pain stiffness - #22791
I am 29 old male having pain at my mid back and stiffness of back specially after waking up in morning my back is fully stiff and painful Iam suffering this from last one year I also have my x rays in AP and Lateral view which was normal. Doctors give muscle relaxants whenever take them I get relief otherwise the condition is same. Please give a proper treatment
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Hello Rajat I Can understand your concern about your mid back pain and stiffness and can understand what you must be undergoing in your day to day activities.
YOUR CONCERN 29 Year old with mid back paim with stiffness which is more in the morining since 1 yeaf you are sufferinv with it and for symptomatic relief you use muscle relaxants
CAUSES ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA Probable cause is due to vitiated vata and kapha. Vata causes pain in the back and kapha vitiation leads to stiffness.
ADVISE FOR BLOOD TESTS If you have not done blood tests in recent time I will advise you to do certain blood tests 1. CBC 2 ESR 3. CRP 4. HlaB27
PLAN OF TREATMENT - FOLLOWING COMBINATION IS BEST ACCORDING TO YOUR CONDITION
YOU WILL DEFININATELY SEE THE DIFFERENCE IF FOLLOWED PROPERLY
PANCHAKARMA + INTERNAL MEDICATION + EXTERNAL TREATMENT+ DIET MODIFICATION
PANCHAKARMA 1.Sarvanga abhyanga with mahanarayana thaila and mahavishagarbha thaila 2. Sarvanga Patra pinda sweda 3. Meru basti with mahanarayana thaila 4. Yoga basti
INTERNAL MEDICATION 1.Maharasnadi kashya 15ml -0-15ml + 45 ml water before breakfast and dinner 2.lumbatone plus 1-0-1 after breakfast and dinner 3.Yograj guggulu 1-1-1 after food 4.GT CAP 2 at bed time
EXTERNAL TREATMENT 1.CHINCHADI TAILA- warm ojl apply on back and do massage for 15 mins in morining and also. At night follwed by hot water fomentation or bath
DIET MODIFICATION 1.Avoid curd, fermented food, reheated food, urad dal, fried items 2.Take more of millets, buttermilk
HELP IT IS HELPFUL TO YOU!!đ
Mam are you pointing towards ankylosing spondylitis. Please guide me mam
Hello. Rajat Not pointing but it is better to rule out before we start the treatment⌠And no worries even if it is anklyosing spondylosis it is manageabale too. We are here to help you out!!!đ
Hello Rajat
⢠U Have PARASPINAL MUSCLE SPASMA ( PSMS) where Pain Inflammation Stiffness are common symptoms
⢠Such problem wonât be visible in X Rays because itâs Physiological issues
⢠It Might Be due to High Vata Kapha Imablance at Spinal level Imoper Bad Posture while Sitting Sleeping or Doing day-to-day activity, Calcium Vit D B Magnesium Deficiencies Dehydration etc
⢠However there are Different Autoimmune Joint Disease also likely Possible which needs proper investigation for Root Diagnosis
" AYURVEDA HAS SAFE EFFECTIVE PROMISING RESULTS IN PSMS "
⢠IN MY CLINICAL PRACTICE I HAVE SUCCESSFULLY TREATED PSMS WITH COMBINATION OF
" Ayurvedic Medicine + Ayurvedic Panchakarma+ Physical Activities Exercise+ Yoga + Lifestyle Modifications+ Stress Management+ Suppliments + Postures Correction "
⢠100 % WORKING AYURVEDIC MEDICINE U MUST TRY ( Pain Stiffness Oedema reduces Quickly)
* Cap.Rumartho Gold Plus ( Baidyanath Pharma Compulsory) 1 -0- 1 After Food * Tab.Spondylon ( AVN Pharma) 1 -0- 1 After Food * Tab.Mahayogaraj Guggulu ( Dhootpapeshwar Pharma Compulsory) 1 -0- 1 After Food * Rumalaya Liniment ( Himalaya Pharma) For Local Application Followed By Mild Massage and hot water bag Application/Fomentation * Mahanarayan Tailam ( Baidyanth Pharma) Full Body massage 30 mins Before Bath followed by Luke Warm Water Bath Daily.
⢠AYURVEDIC PANCHAKARMA
⢠Kati Basti Abhyang Sarvang Sweda under Guidance of Local Ayurvedic Panchakarma Specialist in Good Ayurvedic Medical Center.
⢠DOâS - Prefer Alkaline Nutritious Leafy Vegetables Fruits salads sprouts Fibers etc Milk Products Flaxseeds Gond Gum Resins Correction in Neck Back Postures Physiotherapy Mobility Flexibility Exercise Surya Namaskar Dhyan Meditation
⢠DONâTS - Avoid Too Acidic Spicy Salty Sour Masala Fried Fast Juck Foods Bakery Fermented Sedentary Lifestyle Stress Bad Body Postures Donât Life heavy weights push pulls Avoid long travels
SPECIAL EXERCISES
* Lower Back Stretching Exercise * Single Arm Circles Stretching Exercise * Prayer Strech Excercise * Baby Pose Exercise
YOGA * Uttanasan * Marjarsan * Shavasan
ANTISTRESS * Dhyan * Meditation
REGARDS
Dr Arun Desai
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Thank you so much sir. Iam afraid about ankylosing spondylitis. Is it curable
It Curable
Although Do some investigation as I suggested to u to understand inner imbalance
Tests Required- RA Factor CRP Uric Acid Creatinine Vit D B TSH HLA B 27 Anticcp Test
Correct posture of sitting at work place. Donot sit and work at one stretch. 10 mins break after every one hour is recommended. Daily stretching exercise will help.
Syp. Dashmoolarishta 2 tsp twice a day before food. Tab. Sinhanad Guggul 1 tab twice a day before food. Tab. Ampachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food.
Tab. Shankhavati 2 tabs twice a day after food chew and eat it.
Castor oil (sunthi siddha) 2 tsp with hot water at bed time
Lukewarm Sesame oil massage half an hour before bath followed by hot water bath.
In the starting prefare using a hot pad for fomentation of back while sleeping
Avoid sour and fermented food. Regular exercise. Cap.Stresscom 1-0-1 Cap.Lumbagest 2-0-2
* There are Different Autoimmune Joint Disease also likely Possible which needs proper investigation for Root Diagnosis
Tests Required- RA Factor CRP Uric Acid Creatinine Vit D B TSH HLA B 27 *
Given your situation, it sounds like addressing the pain and stiffness holistically could be quite effective. Ayurveda looks at such conditions through the lens of dosha imbalances, particularly focusing on Vata and Kapha. When these doshas are not in balance, it can lead to stiffness and muscle tension, as youâre experiencing.
Firstly, itâs important to maintain warmth in your body, especially around the back area. Avoid exposure to cold and dryness. You may apply warm Sesame Oil gently to your back before taking a hot shower or bath. This oil massage, or Abhyanga, can be performed daily or at least 3-4 times a week for 15-20 minutes before your bath. It helps to relax the muscles and reduce stiffness by pacifying the Vata dosha.
Incorporating certain dietary modifications can also be beneficial. Consume warm, cooked foods such as herbal stews or soups, including ginger, black pepper, and turmeric, as these spices help in reducing inflammation and pain. Stay away from cold and raw foods as they may aggravate Vata.
Practicing gentle stretching exercises, or yoga, can help improve the flexibility of your spine and reduce stiffness. Simple poses like Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) and Marjariasana (Cat Pose) can be performed daily. Do them early in the morning after a short warm-up to ease into the day.
Pay attention to your sleeping posture; try sleeping on your back or side with a pillow between your legs to relieve the pressure on your spine. Ensure your mattress is not too hard or too soft, as either extreme can lead to back discomfort.
Beyond this, Ayurveda suggests herbs such as Ashwagandha or Shilajit which can be taken as supplements, aiding in reducing muscle tension and enhancing strength and flexibility. Consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner to find the right dosage and form suitable for you.
In addition, keeping stress levels low, through meditation or deep breathing exercises, also provides significant relief. You might want to try a few minutes of Pranayama (breathing exercises) each day, which can calm the nervous system and support relaxation.
Finally, if symptoms persist or worsen, it remains crucial to regularly consult with healthcare professionals or an experienced Ayurvedic doctor to tailor the treatments more specifically to your evolving needs.

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