Herbal Remedies

Some of the herbs that can be used as effective remedies for cervical spondylosis are

• Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)

  Ashwagandha is an ayurvedic medicine highly effective in neck arthritis, neck pain, cervical stiffness, and cervical spondylosis. It helps in the reduction of all symptoms associated with cervical spondylosis. It enhances the body rejuvenation process. It also protects the disc from bulging and desiccation.

• Bala (Sida Cardifolia)

  Ayurveda has mentioned Bala, a bulk-promoting herb. Maharishi Charaka mentions Bala as a rejuvenating (Rasayana) to muscle tissue and muscular system. Internally, Bala is believed to be a very effective nervine tonic and Rasayana for all kinds of Vata disorders. .

• Gambhari (Gmelina Arborea)

  Gambhari is an important medicinal plant in the Ayurveda. Its fruits bear nourishing qualities. While the root has anti-inflammatory properties. So it reduces pain, swelling, etc.

• Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata)

  Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata) is a natural cure for all diseases of the nervous system. Rasna helps in conditions like chronic inflammation of muscles and the nervous system. It works as a Rasayana and a drug of choice to delay the process of aging.

• Shallaki (Boswelia Serrata)

  Boswellia is taken by mouth for brain injury, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, swelling of the fluid-filled pads in the joints (bursitis), and swelling of tendons (tendonitis). Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, it reduces the pain and inflammation in the joints.

• Castor root (Ricinus communis)

  Ricinus communis commonly known as castor oil plant is used as a traditional natural remedy or folkloric herb for the control and treatment of a wide range of diseases around the globe. Because of its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, bone regenerative properties, it is used as an effective remedy for cervical spondylosis.

Cervical spondylosis Ayurvedic treatment is a combination of Ayurvedic formulations, a diet that is Vata pacifying, the incorporation of selected herbs and spices in the food, and lifestyle changes. Ayurveda recommends many effective herbs for the treatment of Cervical Spondylosis such as Ashwagandha, Bala, Prishniparni, Gambhari, Rasna, Shallaki Castor root, etc.