4 Effective Ayurvedic Remedies for Managing Sciatica

Our body has sciatic nerves that branch from the lower back through the hips and buttocks. The pain that radiates through the sciatic nerves, is referred to as sciatica. This pain usually affects only one side of the body. Sciatica is the most common complaint among the middle and old-aged population of the globe.

In this article, we will understand the causes, symptoms and effective ayurvedic remedies for managing sciatica.

Let’s get started!

CAUSES OF SCIATICA

There are many reasons for sciatica. The following are some of the major causes of sciatica.

Herniated or Slipped Disc

It causes pressure on the nerve root and is the most common cause of sciatica. It is found that around 1 per cent to 5 per cent of the population in the US will suffer from sciatica at some point in their lives. Our discs act like cushions between each vertebra of the spine. Pressure originating from the vertebra causes a gel-like centre of the disc to bulge (herniate) through a weakness in its out wall. This herniated disc presses on the sciatic nerve. 

Degenerative Disc Disease

It is the natural wear down of the doc present in between the vertebrae of the spine. This leads to the shortening of their height, and hence the nerve passage narrows (spinal stenosis). Spinal stenosis pinches the sciatic nerve roots upon leaving the spine.

Spondylolisthesis 

It is the slippage of one vertebra leading to misalignment with the one placed above it, thereby narrowing the opening through which the nerve exits.

Osteoarthritis 

It happens with ageing due to the wear down of the bones that are protected by the cartilage, providing the bones with a cushion-like safety. In this situation, the lower back nerves compress, hence leading to pain.

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF SCIATICA

In Ayurveda, sciatica is described as Gridhra, in English, it means eagle. As the gait of the affected person resembles the walk of an eagle and the inflamed nerve appears like the beak of the eagle. 

According to Ayurveda, sciatica is caused due to the vitiation of Vata, which is the fundamental dosha in the human body responsible for the significant movement and functionality of the body. At times, another dosha known as Kapha is also accountable for sciatica disease.

In the following sections, we will be discussing some of the ayurvedic remedies for managing sciatica.

AYURVEDIC REMEDIES FOR MANAGING SCIATICA 

Ayurvedic Treatment for sciatica encompasses a few major herbs and therapies. It consists of cleansing herbs that help in eliminating toxins from the body, followed by digestive herbs that help in restoring systematic digestion. 

The toning and demulcent herbs that are rich in mucilage intended to soothe the inflamed internal tissues are also given to the patients for nourishing the nerves and alleviating imbalanced body energies.

There are some important herbs and medicines for the management of Sciatica which are listed below:

• Yogaraja Gulgulu vatika

• Triodashang Guggulu

• Dhanwantharam 101 capsule

• Ashwagandadi churna

• Balarishtam

• Rasnadi kashayam

• Dasamoolarishtam

• Balaswagandhadi Thailam

• Dhanwantharam Thailam

• Sahacharadi Thailam

• Dhanwantharam Gulika

• Ksheerabala 101 capsules

• Dasamoola kashayam

Of the above-mentioned Ayurvedic remedies for managing sciatica, we are going to discuss the four most effective remedies.

Triodashang Guggulu

Triodashang Guggulu is a herbal formulation which is made using the thirteen most effective components. It is used for treating a number of health woes at large.

This Ayurvedic remedy works effectively for managing the nerves, joints, bones, ligaments, and muscles by strengthening them. Triodashang Guggulu is prescribed for issues related to nervous and musculoskeletal systems.

Balarishtam

Balarishtam is also known as Balarishta is an Ayurvedic medicine that falls under the Arishta category that is extremely beneficial for all types of health anomalies that arise due to an imbalance of the Vata dosha. This medicine is useful in treating:

• Neural problems

• Poor blood circulation, constipation, dry skin, cracking joints, emaciation, headache, 

• Lower back pain, 

• Poor digestion, 

• Anxiety, 

•  Psychological problems. Imbued with powerful aromatic herbs and 

•  Anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, cardioprotective,

• It has anti-paralytic, and adaptogenic properties,

Balarishtam as the name itself means strength to muscles, bones and ligaments. It also protects from neurodegenerative disorders.

Sahacharadi Thailam

Sahacharadi Thailam is herbal with Sahacharadi being the predominant ingredient effective in treating rheumatic ailments and neurological disorders, especially those affecting the lower limbs. As Sciatica is also associated with the lower limbs, hence it can be used for treating this issue.

Dhanwantharam Thailam

The Dhanwantharam Thailand uses are beneficial for making it a safe and effective product containing ingredients that help in curing body aches. This is available in the form of herbal oil. The oil is infused with a number of herbal ingredients that help in providing remedies for aches and pains, and also weeds out the root cause of the pain. Imbalance in the Doshas is the major reason for body pain can be helped by using this oil for body massage.

The formulation of this oil is based on the ancient Vedic texts prepared by sages thousands of years ago.

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FINAL WORDS

If you are suffering from sciatica and looking for the best ayurvedic treatment for it, you may always reach out to Vardhan Ayurveda Hospital located in Hyderabad, Telangana. We have the best Ayurvedic doctors who are here to help you with effective treatments.

Thank you!