Sciatica Ayurvedic Treatment

Nowadays, back pain is a common problem. It may also occur in youngsters. There may be a variety of underlying causes of the backache and one of which is sciatica pain.

Sciatic nerve is a nerve travelling from the buttocks into the legs. This disease is caused due to the irritation to the sciatic nerve. It is a  type of neuropathic pain, which may occur due to injury, compression or dysfunction of the sciatic nerve.

Sciatica and Ayurveda

Sciatica is termed as GRIDHRASHI in ayurveda. All symptoms are caused by aggravation of VATA humor. The constipation and cold weather may be a risk factor to worsen the sciatica pain, according to ayurveda. Ayurvedic ancient texts have described an extensive treatment of sciatica.

Symptoms of Sciatica

The following symptoms may be present :

• Tingling sensation may be experience by a person with sciatica over the lower back, thighs, buttocks and the calf region.
• Burning sensation along the course of sciatic nerve
• Stabbing pain in the back and it may extend to the calf region through the buttocks and back of the thigh. The pain may extend to the foot.
• Numbness in buttocks, thighs or leg
• Pain may aggravate on walking

 Herbal Ayurvedic Trearment for Sciatica

Ayurveda stresses on the correction of the main cause of sciatic nerve irritation. Ayurvedic medicines help correct the aggravated VATA .

As Sciatica is a VATA disease, so ayurvedic medicines also pacify the VATA humor in the body. For relieving pain and treating underlying cause, ayurveda recommends certain herbs and therapies, which may offer support.

How to get relief from Sciatica with Herbs Naturally 

Some of the following herbs have been used traditionally.

Boswellia (Indian Frankincense)

Guggul (Commiphora myrrha)

Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera)

Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza Glabra)

Sciatica Pain Relief- Ayurvedic Natural Therapies & Panchakarma Detox

Kati Basti

Kati basti is an ayurvedic therapy in which medicated oils are used. It help to offer relief from lower back pain, sciatica pain and may provide strength to the back and spine. Generally, it is prescribed for patients with sciatica and chronic backache. Kati basti procedure takes around 30 to 45 minutes per session.

Herbal Steam Bath

Herbal steam bath or ayurvedic steam therapy may also be beneficial for relieving pain, numbness and tingling sensation of the back and legs.

Yoga and Sciatica

Yoga effective alternative and natural treatment for this kind of pains. Some yoga poses help in lowering discomfort and pain associated with the sciatica. Generally, these yoga postures are helpful for providing strength and improving mobility. These yoga postures are

Revolved Triangle Pose, Extended Triangle Pose, Low Lunge, Wide-Angle Seated Forward Bend, Staff Pose, High Lunge, Easy Pose, Raja kapotasana (king pigeon pose), Gomukhasana (cow’s face pose), half spinal twist (ardha matsyendrasana) etc.

Lifestyle during Sciatic Pain

Following lifestyle changes can help patients :

1. Avoid the diet that aggravates constipation. Also, do not consume sour foods such as sour curd and buttermilk.
2. Regular gentle exercise of thigh, back and legs may help, but avoid strenuous exercise such as jumping and long run.
3. Hot water bath may soothe the sciatic nerve irritation.
4. Swimming is also very beneficial for the patients with sciatica.
5. Do not take very dry foods that are devoid of the oil.
6. Correct your sitting posture.

If you wish to enquire more information on Sciatica Ayurvedic Natural Treatment in Melbourne, you may contact us at Pure Herbal Ayurved Clinic.