RELIEVE BACK PAIN THROUGH FIVE SIMPLE STEPS

Back pain treatment in Ayurveda Kerala, Back pain is a common problem today. The main culprits are stress, poor posture, unhealthy diet and lifestyle and weak digestive system and supporting muscles. Fortunately, Ayurveda offers miraculous solutions to soothe back pain. Here are 6 things that you can do on your own to begin the healing process.

1.  LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION AND DIET

   .The first thing you have to check yourself when you are facing any health problems is: how is your digestion? Gas and the consequential bloating apply pressure to the spine, which may cause back ache. To help your digestion to strengthen and heal, drink fresh ginger tea or a tea made of equal parts cumin, coriander, and fennel seeds. Eat warm, less spiced, cooked foods. Avoid most beans, raw and cold food, and cold drinks.

2. IMPROVE OR MODIFY THE POSTURE.

The next thing to work on to relieve back pain is improving your posture. If you spend many hours sitting during the day at work or traveling, you may find yourself slumping and not paying attention to your body.

Experiment with working at a standing desk, exercise or stretch while you are watching TV, and most importantly, focus on sitting up straight in your chair with back support. It is best to sit with your hips higher than your knees and your feet flat on the floor. Try placing a rolled towel at the back of your chair and sitting on that.

3. PRACTICE YOGA AND OTHER STRETCHING EXERCISES.

Practicing Yoga can reduce back pain. As you stretch and strengthen your muscles, you develop a good physical foundation to withstand the stress and strain of back muscles. Cat cow, downward dog, triangle, upward dog, child’s pose, plank, pigeon, low lunge, seated or standing forward bend, and seated or supine spinal twist, bhujangasanam(cobra pose) are particularly good for releasing stress in the spine. Be cautious of bending from the hips and not rounding your lower or upper back. Beginning a regular yoga practice to strengthen your muscles and improve your posture will go a long way to prevent recurring back pain. Practice Yoga regularly in a calm and gentle way.

4. PRACTICE SELF OIL MASSAGE (ABHYANGAM)

Ayurvedic massage can help your back pain tremendously! Abhyanga is a very powerful healing tool. Below are simple instructions for practising Ayurvedic self-massage.

Begin by applying warm oils for instance, Use Maha Narayana Oil, Sahacharadi Oil on any painful or inflamed areas. Maha Narayana Oil is made from a blend of sesame oil and a variety of herbs and is highly effective in soothing sore muscles. Dr. Arun’s  Jeeva Massage Oil is very effective for daily use.

After applying the oil, let it soak into your skin for at least half an hour, and then take a hot bath or shower. If you take a bath, add 1/3 cup of ginger powder and 1/3 cup of baking soda to the bath water to further relax and detoxify your muscles.

5. TAKE AYURVEDIC MEDICINES UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF A REGISTERED PRACTITIONER.

There are many Ayurvedic herbal remedies that are effective for relieving back pain. Visit Jeeva Ayurveda Hospital for further assistance. Our physician will help you to improve your digestion, teach you stress reduction techniques, and offer many therapies like Abhyanga that cure back pain.