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In today’s busy life, back pain has become a common problem. Sitting for a long time, excessive use of mobile devices and laptops, unhealthy eating habits, and a lack of exercise are the main reasons for this. According to Ayurveda, the main cause of back pain is muscle strain.
This problem is not only seen in the elderly but also in youth and even in women after pregnancy or delivery.
➡Common causes of back pain
✅ Sitting for a long time – Sitting for hours in office work or studies increases the pressure on the back muscles.
✅ Wrong posture – Sitting bent or lifting heavy items.
✅ Weight gain – Excess weight puts pressure on the spine.
✅ Pregnancy – Due to hormonal changes and weight gain in women.
✅ Lack of nutrients – especially calcium and vitamin D.
✅ Bone and nerve problems – slipped disc, spondylitis, sciatica.
✅Mental stress – Stress also causes muscles to become stiff and increases pain.
➡Symptoms of back pain
✅Constant pain or heaviness in the back
✅Difficulty in bending, getting up, or walking
✅Tingling or weakness in the legs
✅Pain spreading to the hips or thighs
✅Feeling stiffness on waking up in the morning
➡Back pain in Ayurveda
According to Ayurveda, back pain is mainly caused by the increase of Vata dosha. When Vata becomes unbalanced, it causes pain in bones, joints, and nerves.
It is described in Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita, where it is stated that back pain can be successfully treated by balancing the imbalance of Vata dosha.
➡Ayurvedic remedies and herbs
✅ Ashwagandha
Strengthens muscles.
Reduces inflammation and pain.
Take Ashwagandha powder (3-5 grams) with milk.
✅Shallaki
Beneficial for joint pain and inflammation.
Used in Ayurvedic oils and powders.
✅Guggul
Balances Vata and Kapha doshas.
Yograj Guggul, Trayodashang Guggul are especially useful.
✅Dashamul
A mixture of ten herbs, which calms Vata.
Drinking its decoction (kadha) gives relief in back pain.
✅Nirgundi
Helpful in relieving pain and inflammation.
Massage with Nirgundi oil is beneficial.
✅Panch Tulsi extract
Increases the strength of bones and muscles.
➡Panchakarma treatment
Ayurvedic panchakarma treatment is very effective in back pain.
✅Kati Basti – Treatment by placing hot oil in a special vessel on the waist.
✅Abhyanga – Massage of the whole body with medicinal oil.
✅Swedana (steam therapy) – Sweating reduces muscle stiffness.
✅ Basti (enema therapy) – The best way to control Vata dosha.
➡Home remedies
✅ Massage with hot oil
Add garlic to mustard, coconut or sesame oil, heat it and massage.
✅Consumption of ginger
Ginger tea or paste gives relief in pain and swelling.
✅ Fenugreek seeds
Take fenugreek powder with lukewarm water on an empty stomach in the morning.
✅ Turmeric milk
Turmeric milk strengthens bones and nerves.
✅ Epsom salt bath
Taking a bath by adding Epsom salt to lukewarm water relaxes the muscles.
➡Yoga and exercise
Yoga asanas are very effective in the permanent treatment of back pain.
🔵Bhujangasana
🔵Shashankasana
🔵Makarasana
🔵Pawanmuktasana
🔵Tadasana
🔵Sethubandhasana
✅Pranayama – Anulom-Vilom, Kapalabhati, and Bhramari calm the mind and reduce pain.
➡Diet and Lifestyle
🔵Take a balanced diet – green vegetables, pulses, milk, dry fruits.
🔵Avoid oily, spicy, and junk food.
🔵Get enough sleep.
🔵Do not sit in the same position for long.
🔵Do light exercise or walk daily.
➡Modern Medicine vs Ayurveda
Modern medicine gives temporary relief with painkillers, but Ayurvedic medicine treats the root. It not only reduces pain but also strengthens muscles and bones.
➡Conclusion
Back pain is one of the most common problems of today’s generation. Its effective and safe treatment is available in Ayurveda. It can be eliminated from the root with regular yoga, proper diet, and Ayurvedic medicines.
