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In this blog, Discover Ayurvedic home remedies for sciatica pain.
Sciatica is a common condition that causes mild to severe pain in the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the human body.
This nerve runs from the lower back down to the feet, and when it becomes inflamed, it can cause pain, tingling, and numbness in the lower back, hips, legs, and feet.
While several conventional treatments are available for Sciatica, Ayurveda provides a natural and holistic approach to relieve Sciatica from its root cause.
Ayurvedic herbs have been used for centuries to treat various health ailments, including Sciatica.
Pindswed – Try the Most Authentic Ayurvedic Home Remedy for Sciatica
Of the various kinds of Panchkarma therapy for different health concerns, pindswed improves joints’ flexibility and relieves arthritis, swelling, Sciatica, and spondylosis.
Instructions for pindswed:
Mix one cup of ajwain powder and one cup of dry ginger powder. Divide into two equal parts and tie in thick cotton cloths to make two pouches of equal size. Heat one ball on a dry skillet or iron. Apply this heated ball to the painful areas for at least twenty minutes and apply Painmukti Cream afterward.
Here, we will discuss some of the most effective Ayurvedic herbs for Sciatica.
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb used in Ayurveda for centuries to treat various conditions.
Ashwagandha is wondrous at helping with any numbness and pain in the muscles.
Further, it is also effective at reducing inflammation in the body and pacifying the Vata dosha, which prevents the development of Sciatica.
Ashwagandha also helps reduce stress and anxiety, which can exacerbate sciatica symptoms.
Ginger
Ginger, as an Ayurvedic herb, comes to rescue in any health ailments.
Potassium deficiencies can worsen sciatica pain.
Adding ginger to your daily diet is an excellent way of adding potassium.
It has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce pain and inflammation by improving blood circulation, which can help relieve sciatica pain.
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Try these Amazing Home remedies to get effective relief from Sciatica Pain
- Dry ginger powder ¼ cup
- Fenugreek seed powder 2 tbsp
- Ghee 2 tbsp
- Jaggery 1/3 cup
Mix all the ingredients well. Make balls of a half-inch diameter and store them in a glass bottle.
Guggulu
Guggulu, also known as Indian Bdellium, is an Ayurvedic herb useful in relieving hemiplegia, sciatica pain, and almost all types of joint pain. It has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce pain and inflammation associated with Sciatica.
Shallaki
Shallaki, also known as Boswellia or Frankincense, is an Ayurvedic herb.
A decoction of shallaki is used externally to get relief from sciatic nerve pain due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
Nirgundi
Nirgundi, also known as Vitex negundo, pacifies the vata, which is one of the causes of Sciatica.
Nirgundi is a blessing for all those suffering from joint and nerve pain.
Nirgundi herb works effectively on inflammation by reducing it, especially in the back.
Use nirgundi oil to massage your back, even if you can add a few drops of nirgundi decoction to your bath water.
Bala
Bala, also known as Sida cordifolia, is an Ayurvedic herb that has been used for centuries to treat various conditions.
It has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce pain and inflammation associated with Sciatica. Bala can help to alleviate sciatica symptoms.
Castor Oil (Eranda)
Eranda, also known as Castor oil, is an Ayurvedic herb that has been used for centuries to treat various conditions.
It has anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce pain and inflammation associated with Sciatica.
A castor oil compress (hot) can do the trick to reduce sciatica pain. The step-by-step remedy method includes the following:
- Applying a small amount of castor oil to a piece of cotton cloth.
- Setting the hot compress against the lower back.
- Wrapping the area with a heating pad for 20 minutes.
- Repeating the same method every 2 hours.
Aside from a compress, another way to treat Sciatica is to apply castor oil to the affected side regularly. Make sure only that the oil is lukewarm before application.
- Take 1 tsp of Castor oil with ½ glass of ginger water at night.
Rasna
Rasna, also known as Pluchea lanceolata. This ayurvedic herb can reduce intense or agonizing pain due to sciatic nerve issues and its anti-inflammatory properties. Juniper oil is beneficial when massaged onto the muscles with firm strokes or pressure.
Shatavari
Shatavari, also known as Asparagus racemosus, is an Ayurvedic herb that improves ALP activity because of its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, soothing, cooling, and lubricating effect on the body, effectively relieving sciatica nerve pain.
Takeaway
If you’re tired of living with the pain and discomfort of Sciatica, it’s time to seek effective treatment.
At Ayushakti Ayurved, we offer a range of natural and safe Ayurvedic remedies to relieve your sciatica symptoms and improve your overall health and well-being.
Our team of experienced Ayurvedic doctors and therapists will work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs and health goals. Our approach combines Ayurvedic herbs, therapies, and lifestyle modifications to address the root cause of your Sciatica and provide long-term relief.
Don’t suffer from sciatica pain any longer.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and start your journey towards a healthier, pain-free life with Ayushakti Ayurved.
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Author of the Blog: DR. RAM KONDUSKAR
Expert Review By: Dr Smita Pankaj Naram
Co-Founder, Ayushakti Ayurved Pvt Ltd
