BACK PAIN TREATMENT
INTRODUCTION:
One of our clients with patient IP no: 3962, a 44-year-old female, presented with symptoms of lower back pain, hip joint pain, stiffness in the buttock region, occasional neck pain radiating to the right hand, and disturbed sleep. She had a history of dust allergy. Upon local examination, right-hand stiffness was noted, with a blood pressure of 130/90 mm Hg, weight of 61.6 kg, and height of 164.5 cm.
DIAGNOSIS & TREATMENT:
The diagnosis was Sandhigata vatam, and she was admitted for a 28-day treatment.
During her admission, she was prescribed the following internal medicines:
- Arthoven tablet
- Gulguluthiktaka Gritam
- Gandharvahastadi Kashayam
- Alargin tablet
- Dhanwantaram Tablet
She has also advised a Vata-balancing diet (Pathya) and recommended practising yoga, pranayama, and meditation. The treatment regimen included various Ayurvedic therapies such as Abhyangam, Avikizhi, Podikizhi, Pizhichil, Kadi Vasthi, Ksheera Vasthi, Matra Vasthi, Shirotailadhara, Dhanyapindaswedam, Dhanyamladhara, Nasyam, Pichu, Pooch, and Greeva Vasthi over different durations.
RESULTS:
After completing the treatments, she experienced significant relief from lower back pain, hip joint pain, and stiffness. Her sleep quality improved, and she gained more flexibility in her movements.
CONCLUSION:
She was discharged with a prescription for Vilwadi Tablet, Abhayarishtam, Vilwadi Lehyam, and Dhanwantaram Tablet for one month, along with instructions for diet restrictions and lifestyle modifications to enhance the results.
This case study demonstrates the effectiveness of Ayurvedic treatment in managing low back pain and associated symptoms.