1 Aug, 2025
Dr. Kaustubh Bathe0 commentsAugust 1, 2025marathi, आयुर्वेद, आहार, पंचकर्म, बस्ती, विरेचन

सर्व्हायकल स्पॉन्डिलायटिस – आयुर्वेदीय व पंचकर्म उपचार

आजच्या धावपळीच्या युगात सर्व्हायकल स्पॉन्डिलायटिस (Cervical Spondylitis) हा एक सर्व सामान्य पण त्रासदायक विकार बनला आहे. लांब वेळ मोबाईल किंवा संगणकावर काम करणे, चुकीची बैठक, झोपेची चुकीची सवय, सतत ताणतणाव यामुळे मणक्यांमध्ये झीज होऊन वेदना निर्माण होतात.

🔍 सर्व्हायकल स्पॉन्डिलायटिस म्हणजे काय?

सर्व्हायकल स्पॉन्डिलायटिस हा मानेच्या मणक्यांमध्ये होणाऱ्या झिजेचा विकार आहे. या विकारात मणक्यांमध्ये वातदोषाचा प्रकोप होऊन संधिशोथ आणि मज्जातंतूंवर दबाव निर्माण होतो. यामुळे वेदना, मुंग्या, बधिरपणा अशा तक्रारी दिसून येतात.

🪷 आयुर्वेदीय दृष्टिकोन

आयुर्वेदात हा विकार “ संधिगत वात” किंवा “मन्यागत वात “ या संज्ञेत समाविष्ट होतो. वातदोषाचा प्रकोप होऊन ग्रीवा (मानेचा भाग) भागात वेदना, अकड, हालचालींमध्ये अडथळा निर्माण होतो. चुकीचा आहार-विहार, उपवास, कोरडा, रुक्ष  व थंड आहार, सततचा  ताणतणाव हे वातदोष वाढवणारे घटक आहेत.

⚠️ लक्षणे (Symptoms):

  • मानेत सतत वेदना व अकडणे किंवा जखडल्या सारखे असणे
  • मान हलवताना क्रॅकिंग किंवा आवाज येणे
  • खांदा, हात, बोटांमध्ये मुंग्या येणे, बधिरपणा असणे
  • डोकेदुखी, चक्कर येणे
  • झोपताना हात बधीर होणे
  • एकाच स्थितीत बसल्यावर त्रास वाढणे

💢 मुख्य कारणे (Causes):

  1. चुकीची बैठक व झोपण्याची सवय
  2. संगणक किंवा मोबाईलचा सतत वापर
  3. वाढत्या वयामुळे होणारी हाडांची झीज
  4. अपुरे पोषण व असंतुलित आहार
  5. ताणतणाव व चिंता
  6. सतत एकाच स्थितीत राहणे

🌿 आयुर्वेदीय उपचार पद्धती:

आयुर्वेदात उपचार वातशमन, सूज कमी करणे, मज्जातंतू बळकट करणे आणि शरीरातील आमाची निर्मिती रोखणे यावर जास्त करून केंद्रित असतो.

🔸 औषधी औषधोपचार:
  • योगराज गुग्गुळु, त्रयोदशांग गुग्गुळु – वातशामक, वेदनाशामक गुगगूळ कल्पांचा उपयोग
  • दशमूल काढा, एरंडमुळ काढा – सूज व वेदना कमी करतो तसेच वात शमन करते.
  • शल्लकी, गुग्गुळु, अश्वगंधा, शतावरी – मज्जातंतूंचे पोषण व ताकद वाढवण्यासाठी

अशा अनेक विविध वात शामक, आम पाचक आणि बल्य अशा औषधांचा वापर योग्य अवस्था पाहून केला जातो.

🛁 पंचकर्म उपचार:

🔹 1.मन्या बस्ती

ग्रीवा (मान) प्रदेशावर औषधी तेल टाकून विश्रांती देणे – वेदना कमी होतात, वात संतुलित होतो.

🔹 2. अभ्यंग व स्वेदन

औषधी तेलांनी मालिश करून औषधी बाष्प (स्टीम) देणे – रक्ताभिसरण सुधारते, स्नायू शिथिल होतात.

🔹 3. नस्य (नाकाद्वारे औषध टाकणे)

मेंदू आणि मानेचे विकार दूर करण्यासाठी महत्त्वाचे – डोकेदुखी, चक्कर, मुंग्या कमी होतात.

🔹 4. बस्ती (औषधी एनिमा)

वातशमनासाठी प्रभावी उपाय – स्नायू, वातवाही सिरा, संधि किंवा संधि तसेच मज्जातंतूंवर प्रभावी कार्य.

🧘‍♂️ योग व दिनचर्या:
  • भुजंगासन, मकरासन, गोमुखासन सारखी सौम्य योगासने
  • उशी किंवा बॅक सपोर्टचा योग्य वापर
  • सतत मोबाईलचा वापर टाळणे
  • झोपण्याची व बैठक स्थिती सुधारवणे
🍲 आहार सल्ला (Diet):
  • उष्ण, स्निग्ध व पचायला हलका आहार घ्यावा
  • गहू, मूग, तांदूळ, तूप, आले, सुंठ यांचा आहारात समावेश करावा
  • थंड, कोरडे, तळलेले, आंबट पदार्थ टाळावेत
  • अति उपवास व अनियमित जेवण टाळा

✅ निष्कर्ष:

सर्व्हायकल स्पॉन्डिलायटिस हा दीर्घकालीन त्रास देणारा विकार असला तरी आयुर्वेदात यावर सखोल व संपूर्ण उपचार उपलब्ध आहेत. पंचकर्माच्या सहाय्याने वातशमन करून मज्जातंतूंना बळकटी देणे शक्य आहे. योग्य वैद्याच्या मार्गदर्शनाखाली औषधोपचार, पंचकर्म, योग आणि संतुलित आहार घेतल्यास हा विकार नियंत्रित करता येतो.

🌿 मानेच्या वेदनेपासून नैसर्गिक मुक्तता मिळवा – आयुर्वेदाच्या मार्गाने!

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29 Jul, 2025
Dr. Kaustubh Bathe0 commentsJuly 29, 2025Ayurveda, Basti, Panchakarma, Raktamokshana, Vamana, Virechan

Ayurvedic & Panchakarma Treatment of Cervical Spondylitis: An Ayurvedic Approach to Neck Pain Relief

Cervical spondylitis, also known as Cervical Spondylosis or Cervical Osteoarthritis, is a common degenerative condition that affects the neck region of the spine, especially in individuals with poor posture, sedentary lifestyles, and high screen exposure. This condition involves wear and tear of cervical vertebrae and intervertebral discs, leading to chronic pain, stiffness, and sometimes nerve compression.

In Ayurveda, this disorder falls under the category of “Greeva Sandhigata Vaata”, which denotes the vitiation of Vaata dosha in the cervical spine region. With Ayurvedic medicine and Panchakarma therapies, the pain and stiffness can be naturally relieved, and degeneration can be slowed down or even reversed to some extent.

🔍 Causes of Cervical Spondylitis (Ayurvedic & Modern Perspective)
🧬 Ayurvedic Causes for Cervical Spondylosis:

  • Vata Dosha Aggravation due to dry, cold diet or irregular routine

  • Dhatukshaya (Tissue depletion) due to age, malnourishment

  • Agnimandya (weak digestive fire) causing poor tissue formation

  • Ruksha (dry), Vishama (irregular) lifestyle

  • Overuse or strain on the neck muscles and joints

 

⚠️ Modern Lifestyle Causes:

  • Long hours of mobile or computer use (tech neck)

  • Poor posture while working or sleeping

  • Lack of physical activity or exercise

  • Neck injuries or trauma

  • Age-related disc degeneration

  • Stress-related muscle tension

 

❗ Symptoms of Cervical Spondylitis

  • Chronic neck pain and stiffness, especially in the morning

  • Radiating pain to shoulders, arms, or fingers

  • Numbness or tingling in hands or arms

  • Headaches, often originating from the neck

  • Loss of balance or dizziness in severe cases

  • Difficulty in neck movements and muscle weakness

 

🌿 Ayurvedic Treatment for Cervical Spondylitis

The Ayurvedic approach focuses on balancing Vata dosha, nourishing the affected dhatus (tissues), improving digestion (Agni), and eliminating toxins (Ama). The line of treatment includes:

1. Internal Herbal Medicines (Aushadha Chikitsa)

  • Rasna Kashayam – for joint stiffness & inflammation

  • Dashmool Kashayam– anti-inflammatory and Vata pacifying

  • Guggulu  Kalpa – relieves joint and nerve pain, effective in neuromuscular disorders

  • Ashwagandha & Shatavari – rejuvenators and muscle relaxants

  • Shallaki & Guggul – natural pain relievers and anti-inflammatories

Note: Always use herbal medicines under Ayurvedic doctor’s supervision. These herbal medication are just for information. Not to consume without Ayurveda doctor consultation.

🛁 Panchakarma Treatment for Cervical Spondylitis

Panchakarma therapies help in deep detoxification, lubrication, and restoration of joint and nerve health.

🔸 1. Greeva Basti (Neck oil pooling)

  • Warm medicated oil is held on the cervical region using a dough ring

  • Relieves stiffness, improves flexibility, and nourishes the spine

🔸 2. Abhyanga (Ayurvedic Oil Massage)

  • Full-body massage with Vata-pacifying oils like Mahanarayan Taila

  • Reduces muscular stiffness, improves circulation

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🔸 3. Swedana (Herbal Steam Therapy)
🔸 4. Pizhichil or Patra Pinda Sweda

  • Warm herbal oils or bolus of medicated leaves applied over neck

  • Very effective for degeneration and inflammation

🔸 5. Nasya (Nasal medication)

  • Clears toxins from the head region

  • Beneficial in headaches, dizziness, and cervical-associated symptoms

🔸 6. Basti (Medicated Enema)

🍽 Diet & Lifestyle Guidelines:

✅ What to Follow:

  • Include warm, unctuous, easily digestible foods

  • Use ghee, garlic, ginger, and dashamoola decoctions

  • Practice light neck and spine exercises or yoga under supervision

  • Apply warm packs on painful areas

❌ What to Avoid:

  • Cold, dry, and fermented foods

  • Long hours on the phone or laptop without breaks

  • Sudden jerky neck movements

  • Exposure to cold wind or A/C air directly on neck

🧘 Recommended Yoga for Cervical Health

  • Matsyasana (Fish Pose)

  • Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)

  • Neck rotations & shoulder rolls

  • Chin-to-chest stretches (gentle and supervised)

Conclusion

Cervical spondylitis may be a degenerative condition, but Ayurveda offers deep, long-lasting relief through its root-cause approach. Unlike painkillers or temporary neck braces, Ayurvedic & Panchakarma therapies work on balancing the doshas, strengthening the spine, and rejuvenating the nervous system.

If you’re struggling with chronic neck pain or related symptoms, consult a qualified Ayurvedic physician to begin a natural, drug-free, and holistic healing journey.

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19 Oct, 2023
Dr. Kaustubh BatheOctober 19, 2023Ayurveda, Panchakarma

Pottali Massage: A Rejuvenating Panchakarma Treatment

In the world of holistic healing and wellness, Pottali Massage has its place. Often referred to as Pottali Swedana (by Ayurvedic physicians) stands out as an ancient effective Ayurvedic panchakarma therapy. Derived from the Sanskrit words “Pottali” (meaning bundle) and “Swedana” (meaning sweating), this treatment offers a unique approach to rejuvenation as well as relaxation. As a part of the broader Panchakarma system, Pottali Massage focuses on endurance by strengthening the muscle also balancing the body pain and relaxation, mind calmness, and providing a range of health benefits that go beyond traditional massage techniques.

 Understanding Panchakarma Pottali Massage:

Before diving into the specifics of Pottali Massage, it’s crucial to grasp the concept of Panchakarma. Panchakarma is an integral aspect of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of natural healing. It is designed to detoxify, purify, and rejuvenate the body by removing toxins, balancing the doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), and restoring overall health. Pottali Massage is a part of this comprehensive system, emphasizing the therapeutic use of warm herbal bundles in combination with skilled massage techniques.

The Pottali Massage Process: 

Pottali Massage involves the use of specially crafted herbal bundles, each containing a mixture of healing herbs, aromatic spices, and other natural ingredients. Here’s an overview of the treatment process:

Selection of Herbal Bundles: Several medicated dry powder medicine or freshly chopped medicine leaves are used to create a pottali or the bundle. Herbs having Vata pacifying properties are used while preparation. Medicine like Vacha, Devadaru, Rasna, Eranda, etc. are choices of drugs. (At Ayurvidhi Clinic we select specific herbs and spices based on an individual’s dosha imbalances and health concerns.) These are then tied into cloth bundles to create “Pottali.”

Warm Oil Application: The massage begins with the application of warm herbal oil to the body, which helps to relax the muscles as well as prepares the skin to receive the herbal bundles therapy. The selection of oil for massage depends on the condition of the patient’s symptoms. Generally, we used Sahacharadi Tail, Dhanvantaram Tail, Mahamasha Tail, etc at Ayurvidhi Clinic for Snehana before Patra pottali massage.

Herbal Bundle Massage: The Pottalis are heated to a comfortable temperature and used to massage the body in a rhythmic and synchronized manner. The bundles provide a soothing and therapeutic sensation, helping to improve circulation, reduce pain, and relax the mind.

Sweating Process: The heat generated by the herbal bundles induces sweating, promoting the elimination of toxins and impurities from the body through the skin.

Benefits of Pottali Massage

Detoxification: Pottali Massage is excellent for detoxifying the body, helping to expel accumulated toxins through the skin’s pores.

Pain Relief: The therapeutic touch of the warm herbal bundles, combined with massage techniques, is highly effective for reducing muscle tension, relieving pain, and improving joint flexibility.

Relaxation and Stress Reduction: The experience of Pottali Massage is deeply relaxing, promoting emotional and mental well-being by reducing stress and anxiety.

Enhanced Circulation: The treatment improves blood circulation, ensuring that oxygen and nutrients are efficiently delivered to all parts of the body.

Improved Skin Health: Sweating during Pottali Massage not only eliminates toxins but also enhances skin health, leaving it nourished, revitalized, and glowing.

Indication (Used in) of Pottali Massage:

Pottali Massage is generally prescribed & beneficial in diseases like Spondylosis, stiffness of muscle or muscle spasm, knee pain, pain related to arthritis, a few conditions of skin diseases like some conditions of psoriasis, Ankylosing spondylitis, tennis elbow, bursitis, slip disc, gout, sciatica, spur, etc.

Pottali Massage is a testament to the holistic approach of Ayurveda towards healthcare. As with any Ayurvedic treatment, it’s essential to consult a qualified practitioner before undergoing Pottali Massage. At Ayurvidhi Clinic many have found this therapy to be a valuable addition to their health and wellness journey, as it provides a unique and rejuvenating experience that nourishes the body, and mind.

One can also have a Pottali Massage without having any other symptoms. As it soothing procedure it can be done by a person who wants just to relax the stiffened muscle in the body.

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