Hello, Sorry to hear about the numbness post surgery. It is always to tough to cure the numbness just with medications as it has started post surgery. There are set of panchakarma procedures called “vasti/basti” which along with internal medications will help to improve. So please meet an experienced ayurveda doctor in your area who has ayurveda hospital with good panchakarma set up. He/she can surely help you out. Take care, Kind regards.
Hello, Since your foot numbness started immediately after lumbar spinal fusion surgery and has persisted for 1 year, it is most likely related to nerve injury, nerve irritation, or incomplete nerve recovery rather than a simple vata imbalance alone. Nerves can continue to recover slowly for 12-24 months after surgery, but persistent severe numbness warrants ongoing follow up with your spine surgeon or neurologist TREATMENT GOALS -improve nerve nourishment and regeneration -reduce numbness, tingling and pins and needles sensation -improve mobility and muscle strength -support circulation and nerve function -prevent further weakness and stiffness Recommended evaluation -MRI/CT -Nerve conduction study/ EMG -Vitamin B12 -Vitamin D -Blood sugar Internal medications 1) Ksheerbala 101 capsules= 1 cap twice daily after meals for 3 months =classically used for nerve weakness, numbness, tingling, and vata disorders 2) Ashwagandha capsules= 500mg twice daily after meals with warm milk for 3 months =supports nerve recovery, muscle strength, energy, and rehabilitations 3) Yogaraj guggulu= 2 tabs twice daily after meals for 3 months =helps with chronic vata disorders,stiffness and mmusculoskeletal recovery 4) Brahmi vati= 1 tab at beditme for 2 months =for sleep and stress management External therapies 1) Ksheerbala taila abhyana -warm oil massage over lower back, buttock, affected leg, and foot -15-20 min daily FOLLOW WITH -mild hot fomentation (warm towel or hot water bag) -avoid excessive heat over surgical scar if sensitive =improves circulation, reduces stiffness, and supports nerve nourishment PHYSIOTHERAPY (Very important) Continue physiotherapy because it remains one of the most effective treatments after spinal fusion FOCUS ON -nerve gliding exercises -ankle mobility exercises -calf strengthening -balance training -walking program as tolerated Ayurvedic medicines work best when combined with rehabilitation Diet -cow’s ghee -milk -almonds and walnuts -moong dal -fresh fruits and vegetables -protein rich foods AVOID -excess fried food -processed foods -smoking and alcohol -long periods of immobility Yoga and pranayam -anulom vilom -bhramari -gentle stretching -walking meditation Avoid forceful forward bending or twisting exercises Home remedies -warm sesame oil foot massage before bed -epsom salt foot soak (if there are no open wounds ) -keep feet protected from injury, burns or cuts because numb feet may not sense trauma properly Because the numbness began immediately after surgery and remains severe after one year, this should be viewed primarily as a post surgical nerve recovery issue. Ayurvedic treatment can support nerve nourishment and reduce symptoms, but ongoing physiotherapy, neurologist assessment, and correction of vitamin B12/ vitamin D deficiencies are equally important. Do follow Hope this might be helpful Thank you
