Seeking Relief from Cervical Spondylitis and Radiating Pain - #49313

- Diagnosis (Ayurvedic correlation): Greeva Sandhigata Vata / Gridhrasi of cervical region - Modern correlation: Cervical spondylosis with C6–C7 nerve root compression - Chief Complaints: Severe neck pain radiating to upper back, arms, and palms Tingling and numbness in fingers Pain aggravated by neck movements Dosha Involvement: Vata predominant - 1. Internal Medications (Oral) Brihat Vata Chintamani Rasa: 125 mg, twice daily for 30 days – pacifies Vata and strengthens nerves Dashamoola Kwath: 15 ml, twice daily for 30 days – anti-inflammatory and analgesic Ashwagandha Churna: 3g with warm milk daily – nerve tonic and muscle strengthening Erandamuladi Taila: 10 ml at bedtime for 30 days – mild laxative, balances Vata - Dietary note: Avoid cold and dry foods; prefer warm, oily, easily digestible meals. 2. External Therapies Ksheerabala Taila massage (Greeva Abhyanga): Daily, 15–20 minutes – gentle neck massage Mahanarayan or Dhanwantaram Taila massage: Daily, 5–7 minutes on cervical region before Swedana - Dietary and Lifestyle Advice (Ahara & Vihara) Eat warm, cooked foods; avoid dry, cold, or heavy meals Avoid heavy lifting and jerky neck movements Limit prolonged phone/laptop use Gentle neck and shoulder stretching daily Sleep on a medium-firm pillow, keeping the neck neutral Regular brisk walking to improve circulation - Follow-Up Seek urgent consultation if hand weakness, worsening numbness, or sudden loss of sensation occurs Reassess after 4 weeks; Panchakarma course may be advised if needed