Do you have constant lower back pain? Does it also spread through the hips, thighs, and calves behind the leg? You could be experiencing symptoms of what is called Sciatica. But worry not, because we’re here to treat your pain, and get rid of it!

What is Sciatica?

Low back pain is becoming the most frequent musculoskeletal condition in persons aged above 30 years. Sciatica pain is a disorder that is caused due to inflammation or compression of the supporting tissues of the sciatic nerves of the leg. Sciatica pain usually runs from the lower back to behind the legs spreading through the hip, to the back of the thigh, and the back of the calf. Pains can be felt in either one or both of the affected legs. 

There are various causes of Sciatica:

• 90 percent of cases are due to a herniated (slipped) disk.
• Lumbar spinal stenosis: compression and narrowing of the spinal cord in the lower back.
• Spondylolisthesis: The disk slips forward over the vertebra below it.
• More common in jobs that require lifting heavy loads for extended periods.
• Sedentary people, sit for long periods and are physically inactive.
• Other causes: Injury within the spine, infection, etc

In many cases of sciatica, there is no single obvious factor that can be determined.

With a timely diagnosis of the symptoms, it is possible to treat Sciatica.

Here are the major symptoms you need to look out for:

• Lower Back Pain
• Discomfort while sitting
• Numb legs
• Tingling sensation
• Pricking sensation on the skin

With our traditional ayurvedic solutions, we can help you deal with and treat Sciatica from its very root.

Catchphrase- One diagnosis can save you years of discomfort!

Why Choose Panchkarma Ayurvedic Treatment for Sciatica?

Targets the Root Cause:

Ayurveda addresses the root cause of Sciatica. We begin with a full-body detox for the medicines to work effectively towards treating the core reason of the disease. We start from scratch while managing symptoms, heading towards sustainable healing.

A lifestyle change, for the better:

Your diet and lifestyle play an imperative role in complementing the effectiveness of the medication. They enhance and sustain the benefits of treatment after the medicine course has been completed. Our treatment uses a 360-degree holistic approach that also focuses on diet & lifestyle.

Sustainable Healing; Reduced Side-effects:

The untreated underlying core cause of Sciatica can cause severe health complications in the long run. Ayurveda not only enhances healing but also sustains it, leaving patients with reduced risks of complications and side effects in the future.

Understand How We Treat Sciatica at Panchkarma:

Based on our Diagnosis, we customise treatment plans that target core trouble areas that instigate Sciatica

Physical Therapy:

Ayurvedic massage therapy creates a relaxing effect on the muscles of the lower back, and legs, predominantly the areas that are affected by Sciatica. There are various massages such as Abhyanga swedana, Pathrapotali swedana (Elakizhi), Sarvangadhara (Pizhichil), Kati Vasti, Vasti (the most important procedure in Ayurveda treatment for  Sciatica ), etc. The benefits of massage therapy include:

• Improves blood circulation, creating an enhanced healing response in the body
• Relaxing tight muscles, contributing to the pain
• Releasing endorphins, that function as natural pain relievers

Ayurvedic herbs and medicines for sciatica

Allopathic prescription and NSAID Pain relief medications can relieve sciatica pain temporarily. Ayurveda recommends various Herbs & Formulations for Sciatica. Herbs like Nirgundi, Bala, Punarnava, Eranda, Jambira, and Masha are used as pain relief supplements. Formulations like Yogaraja Guggulu, Triyodashanga Guggulu, Kaishora Guggulu, Vishamushti Vati, Prasarinyadi Kashaya, etc are used.

Rejuvenation (Rasayana) to enhance strength 

These therapies are directed toward relieving the inflammatory changes and underlying causes of Sciatica, that release the spasms and nerve compressions in the affected area. They strengthen and nourish the entire spine & the supporting tissues. In 4-6 weeks, you will see the majority of symptoms relieved. Ayurveda stands as a better alternative to surgery in Sciatica.