Layman explanation of Cervical Spondylosis

Cervical spondylosis or cervical osteoarthritis is a condition characterised by wear on the cartilage (disks) and bones of the neck (cervical vertebrae). It is a degenerative disorder which usually occurs in men and women older than 40 and progresses with age.

Cervical spondylosis mostly affects people with sedentary lifestyle or those who sit for long hours with bad postures. This condition causes pain at the back of the neck which radiates towards the upper limbs. Some of the common problems faced because of Spondylosis are:

  1. Some people experience dizziness while bending downwards.
  2. This condition negatively affects the range of motion in your neck.
  3. Your neck becomes more vulnerable to injuries such as strained ligaments and muscles.
  4. It may cause headache and nausea in some cases.
  5. It may weaken or restrict the arms movement and may cause a tingling sensation in hands (in severe cases when a nerve is compressed between neck columns).

 

Neck Pain
Cervical Spondylosis

Cervical Spondylosis – AN AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE

As per ayurvedic principle, problems relating to skeleto-muscular system and the nervous system are predominantly caused by vitiated vata dosha and ama (toxins). Treatment for this disease involves detoxification and removal of ama along with vata pacifying diet. Cervical spondylosis causes stiffness, pain and reduces mobility therefore some lifestyle changes along with herbal medicines are mandatory.

The most common complaint by a person suffering from cervical spondylosis is stiff and painful neck. But as mentioned earlier, some people may experience shoulder, arm or chest pain too. Furthermore, spondylosis may cause tingling and pinprick sensations in the arms, hands and legs, if it remains untreated for long time. Patients above fifty years of age may even lose bladder or bowel control.

 

TREATMENT FOR SPONDYLOSIS

Ayurveda is an ancient healing science which utilises the power of herbs and spices to treat various health ailments. Most of the spondylosis patients respond well to ayurvedic treatment. The treatment mainly focuses on balancing the vata, which is one of the main reason for this.

Ayurvedic experts use herbs like kaishore guggul, aloe-vera juice, yograj guggul to control vata. Some experts may prescribe Ashwagandha for stress support as stress could also be a cause of pain in the neck area.

Ashwagandha is an extraordinary, 100% natural, safe and anti-inflammatory herb.

Ayurveda also offers some special types of massage therapies for the treatment of cervical spondylosis. It has been proved time and again that gentle massage with medicated ayurvedic oils gives extraordinary relief from pain, stiffness and swelling. Massage with warm ayurvedic oils is a safe, effective and calming way of getting nourishment externally.

Massage for Cervical Spondylosis  

Massage for cervical spondylosis is done with utmost care. Therapist start with gentle massage strokes to gradually soften and relax the muscles. Circulatory massage, crosswise and lengthwise strokes, along with light- to medium-pressure techniques are applied for relaxation. This helps the muscles to loosen up and also leads to increase in blood circulation.

A light massage for neck pain
Massage for Neck

Your therapist may also assist you to stretch your neck gently to the front and back; under his/her supervision.

You could also try to roll your head gently to your left (with left cheek near your left shoulder). Now, slowly roll to your right side with right cheek near your right shoulder.

Therapies like panchakarma, abhyangam, shirodhara and potli massage give remarkable results. Ayurveda experts generally advise a suitable ayurvedic therapy depending upon the condition of the patient and severity of the disease.

Potli Massage for Cervical Spondylosis

Potli massage is one of the most popular treatment for neck and joint pain. It is a unique and extremely helpful natural remedy any kind of pain.

What is a POTLI?

Natural, pain relieving dried herbs are tied in a muslin cloth, in the shape of  potli or a pouch. These potlis are dipped in warm herbal oil and are used to massage the body. These heated medicated potlis provide instant results on the painful areas. They provide a refreshing, relaxing and therapeutic effect on the body. Ayurvedic herbs that are used in the pouches are carefully selected based on your ayurvedic constitution or your health problem. Herbs and oil combine together to open the pores and relax the muscles which creates a revitalizing and rejuvenating effect on the body and mind.

The ayurvedic experts and massage therapists commonly recommend potli massage for health issues like rheumatoid arthritis, spondylosis, frozen shoulders, osteoarthritis etc. It provides long-term relief from pain and inflammation. This stimulating treatment increases blood circulation, which in turn supports removal of metabolic wastes (ama).

Benefits of exercise and massage therapy for cervical spondylosis

Inactive urban lifestyle is one of the biggest reasons for problems like cervical spondylosis. Incorporating some exercise and yoga moves in your daily routine can help you get rid of pain or stiffness in your neck and shoulder area.

Physiotherapists usually suggest gentle rotation of the head in both clockwise and anti-clockwise direction, for few minutes, daily. Nodding the neck side-to-side from one shoulder to the other for 8-10 minutes, daily, can also prevent the pain in your neck from getting severe.

Morning walk, tai chi, and yoga are good activities to get some relief from pain, but extreme stretching or flexing could sometimes do more harm than good. So, when you are experiencing pain around your neck, shoulders or back just work within the range of motion that your body allows. Don’t try to force moves that cause you pain.

A leading Physiotherapist, Dr Kanika Khetrapal, Gurgaon says – “Good posture is important, and it’s even more crucial when you have cervical spondylosis. Therefore while working on laptop or watching a movie on television, maintain a comfortable posture.”

Correct posture for work station
A good posture goes a long way

“It is important to note that heavy exercises or fast movements may aggravate the pain, so don’t go for extreme work outs if you are suffering from spondylosis. Massage with deep pressure can be harmful for the people suffering with spondylosis. Therefore, it is always a good idea to take therapeutic massage from a trained and highly skilled therapist.”, adds Dr Kanika.

Gentle massage with warm ayurvedic oils over the muscles of the neck and shoulder joints is extremely useful for this purpose. If you are experiencing severe pain in neck and shoulder, then massage could be taken twice a week.

Dietary considerations

The Ayurveda philosophy suggests that sour things like curd, tamarind, mangoes and pickles are strictly prohibited for muscle pain, joint pain and arthritis etc.  Fried things, pulses and various food items made with pulses can also aggravate the pain and inflammation. Vegetables like drumstick, bitter gourd, carrot and cucumber should be preferred. Spices such as garlic, turmeric, ginger and coriander are most suitable for inflammation, pain and swelling.

So, if you are suffering from severe neck pain or cervical spondylosis, take great care of yourself, get a potli treatment done and walk pain-free.

NOD YOUR HEAD AND SAY GOOD-BYE TO NECK PAIN!!!!

An Ayurveda guide to your back pain

Does your back feel stiff in the morning? Is tightness in your back and neck your best pal? Do you find it tough to bend and get up again? Whatever it is, whenever it is, you definitely need a relief from this. You want to be up and running and doing your chores again.

Joint pain is one of the most potential problems that is faced by the elder section of the society. With the growing age, the strength of the bones and the muscles decreases leading to several joint related issues. This problem is eternally associated with age. Therefore it is better with people who are aging, to start something healthy today that would benefit them tomorrow.

The worst of pain occurs during the change of seasons and during winters. During winter season the joints become inflexible, creaky.  This is followed by unbearable pain making it impossible for you to move. As it is in winter, your body tends to become stiff, back pain, joint pain become a common problem. During summers, although there is little stiffness but people suffering from arthritis experience no ease.

Generally, common people term every joint pain as arthritis. However, there are two distinct types of arthritis and their symptoms vary too.

Osteoarthritis: when the cartilage between bones weathers away, until a bone vexes on another bone.

Rheumatoid arthritis: causes inflammation of the synovial membrane that leads to loss of bone.

General ways to keep joints healthy:

  • Balanced Diet: As you already know eating a balanced diet daily maintains the well-being of the overall body. For people who suffer from joint pain must have a diet rich in Vitamin K and D. They must also have oranges, cabbage, spinach, tomato in their diet to keep away knee problems. There are ample vitamin supplements available in the market, one should take them by consulting a doctor.
  • Drink Water: You must ensure that the amount of water you drink every day is sufficient. A proper balanced diet along with correct intake of water helps in keeping the body fit. Water just not prevents dehydration but also works wonderfully to reduce the joint aches. Water keeps the cartilages and joints from getting stiff and promotes smooth functioning.
  • Physiotherapy: People who suffer from several orthopaedic problems should regularly visit a physiotherapist and undergo physiotherapy to maintain the flexibility of the joints and keep them safe. People suffering from joints problems must consult a physiotherapist before winter hits hard and makes the pain worse. The session provides the accurate amount of movement, warmth, and medication to soothe your knees, backs, shoulders and necks.
  • Regular exercise: Motion is the best lotion for any kind of joint pain. Exercising is the healthiest habit that anyone can adopt. Daily exercises also help in keeping the joints and the bones healthy for a longer period of time. However, it does not need to undergo strenuous physical regime, you can do simple easy physical exercise to get the same health benefits. The basic reason for joints pain is the stiffness and immovability of the joints. Physical exercise helps in keeping the joints moveable and reduces the chances of joint pains. Regular walk is a good form of exercise for ageing people.
  • Wear proper shoes: You should be aware regarding the shoe that keeps you going for long. Hills and designer shoes are always in for fashion, but, too much of it can cause serious joint aches later. So avoid wearing hills and designer shoes always. You can wear slippers, kittos, and sneakers sometimes to give rest to your foot muscles. If you are already suffering from problems, visit a doctor and take advice about what shoe should you wear in your condition and try to follow it always.
  • Avoid same standing position for long: Sitting in your cubicle for 8-10 hours constantly and working or standing in your kitchen and working without sitting for a while are both very harmful. If your work needs constant standing or sitting, try to take breaks within and either sit or stand. The more strain you provide to your knees and joints now the more they will make you suffer as your age grows.
  • Avoid Smoking: Well, smoking has the only negative effect on your body and there is nothing good about it. It not only destroys your lungs but it also reduces the bone density of a person. If you want to keep your bones robust make sure you quit smoking as soon as possible.
  • More Calcium Intake: Calcium is good for bones. It keeps them strong and maintains the body balance. It is advisable to have food that contains more of calcium so that with age your bones do not get eroded and becomes fragile.
  • Vitamin D: More and more people are getting Vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D helps absorption of calcium. Hence, the importance of Vitamin D. Sun is the most important source of Vitamin D. There are very little edible sources of Vitamin D. The only option left is Vitamin D supplements.

Massage as an alternative treatment for joint pain:

A proper massage makes the blood circulation better and makes the pain less acute. Apart from the medications and the other things that have been mentioned before there are several ayurvedic medicines and treatments that work wonder in easing the pain of joints. There are several body massage centres in India, one such is Blueterra Spa. They offer potli massage therapy with Vitamin D Oil, which is very effective for joint pains.

BENEFITS OF BODY MASSAGE

Listed below are various ways in which body massage helps you:

  • Pain Relief

Chronic pains and cramps lessen when you start having the body massage on a daily basis. Depending on the health, age and tolerance level that you have the massage treatments vary. Along with the above-mentioned steps, a good body massage is what keeps your joints healthy and fit.

  • Stress Relief and Blood Circulation

Stress is a part of everyday life. But stress causes serious health issues. Body massage is a wonderful way to treat the stress. It helps in stimulating muscles by increasing the blood circulation. Relieves pain and also increases the circulation system of the body. This helps in the equal distribution of nutrients and oxygen in the body. As the massage releases the stiffness of the body, the joints and muscles become more flexible and help in better body movement.

  • Boosts Immunity and improves postures

As your daily work makes you do a thing for a long span of time, your body loses the flexibility and this weakens the immunity system of the body. As there is a little physical exercise that you go through usually in your regular life, there are chances that you grow diseases like spinal cord depression.  A whole body massage removes the stiffness allowing the proper flow of blood and oxygen. As a result, your joints and muscles do not get stiff and you have better and proper postures so the chances of your bone related and other diseases decrease.

So unless, something majorly important is waiting for you, step out, take a walk in sunshine, hit a Spa, have a glass of milk, every day. We assure that you will never ever lie down with back pain.

Top reasons for Back Pain

Almost 80% of us suffer from Back Pain at some stage in our lives. Back Pain is a culmination of inadvertently accumulated bad habits like Back posture, work station posture, foot wear, sleep posture etc. What is worrying is despite our various graduation and post graduation degrees, we may manage multi dollar businesses, but we dont learn to manage a simple machine – our body!

Here are simple tips to avoid if you want to live a Back Pain free life!

Flip-flops

When summers are on, flip-flops are what we put on!” In warm weather we love wearing flip-flops while running or walking. But coming to a deeper study on the same, flip-flops do cause shortening of your gait and thus reduces a comfortable movement and in turn increases the chances of fatigue in lower body or cause pain in the knee and feet. They also cause stress in the toes and leading to pain in feet.

Excessive Mobile Phone usage could cause Back Pain

Smartphones

Beep’, ‘Tap tap tap’, ‘Ping’. ‘Beep’, ‘Tap tap tap’, ‘Ping’… The constant cycle of texts, instant messages and tweets has been established to affect eye health, increase stress levels and result in poor sleep. Now, however, research shows that your mobile phone may also be the culprit of back pain and neck strain.

Your Wallet

Millions of guys drive with their wallet in their back pocket, but they can’t figure out why they moan whenever they get out of the car. But sitting on your wallet while you drive is a recipe for lower back pain and – if you do it often enough — nerve pain that shoots down your leg. Riding with one cheek higher than other can trigger chronic pain in your back, hips, and shoulders. It can even set off foot cramps.

Driving could cause Back Pain

Driving

Approximately 30-60% of drivers report back pain that is caused or made worse by driving. This is not uncommon as driving exposes the body to many different forces including acceleration, deceleration and most notably vibration. Larger heavy goods vehicle drivers are exposed to a lot of vibration and consequently this group of people report more back pain. Driving also involves the use of your feet to control the car’s pedals which means they are not used to help stabilise and support your lower body as they normally would when sitting. A combination of these factors as well as the inadequate design of some vehicle seats can cause back problems for some.

Video Games

The human body was just not designed for sitting for long periods of time. Many serious video gamers report spending countless hours playing their favorite games. This can take its toll on the body, especially the neck and back. Nearly three quarters of primary school children and nearly two thirds of secondary school age children have reported back or neck pain in the past year, a study found.

Your Baby

As a new mum your focus is on your baby, however caring for your new born, especially as they grow and develop can also put strain on you and your body. Many mums do not get the chance to stop and think about some of the positions they are putting themselves in during the range of new repetitive activities of being a new mum. These repetitive stresses can lead to RSI’s (repetitive stress injuries)

Laptop bag 

One of the most overlooked culprits of back, neck, shoulder and even lower back and hip pain is the way we are carrying our laptops around.  Most of us carry around our laptops in a laptop carrier, shoulder bag, messenger bag or back pack.  And once you factor in the laptop itself, power chords, notebooks, files, maybe a bottle of water and other personal items, you quickly find yourself lugging around a mighty heavy bag which can take it’s toll.

Sleeping habits

If you wake up sore most mornings, take a good look at your sleep posture. Stomach sleepers may twist their necks to the point of hyperextension. Other people sleep on their sides with one arm overhead. After many hours, this position can strain the shoulder.

Work station

The most common causes for work-related back pain are strained muscles or ligaments, wear and tear, bad posture and stress, and most of us will have some back pain at some point. Usually, it’s not serious, and the pain clears up (although that can take up to 6 weeks).But you want to do all you can to take preventative measures at work – keeping you away from the osteopath or chiropractor. In the modern workplace, that’s not always possible The body can tolerate being in one position for only a short period of time before you feel the need to adjust

Shoulder Rides

It’s classic family fun: A parent walking along with a delighted child enjoying a shoulder ride. But lifting kids overhead is a common source of neck and shoulder pain.

Stress

The most common is simply muscle tension. Anxiety can drastically increase muscle tension, which in turn increases pain. Since the back contains a variety of muscles that are known to tense during stress, this can lead to mild to severe back pain in both the upper and lower back.

 

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Can Acupressure techniques reach where medicines cannot?

Though we say that there is no such alternative to medicines but in some cases, we can find few. And that few other methods are Alternative Medicine or Alternative Healing.

Here we will be talking about an old yet an uncommon technique of dealing with various bodily issues and that is Acupressure. This is the one of the many alternative to medical treatment.

Acupressure is mainly based on the concept of life energy which flows through the meridians in the body.  In this treatment, the physical pressure is applied to the various acupuncture points to clear the blockages in the meridians.  The pressure can be given by hand or by the elbows or with other devices.

Acupressure
Acupressure as an alternative method of healing

Acupressure can be effective if done in a proper way.  A medical research has suggested that this process is effective to deal with nausea and vomiting, lower back pain, headaches, stomach ache and various other bodily issues.

Though medicines work like magic but this particular technique can be highly effective and can even give better results at the end.

This particular method is applied by various ways like rubbing, rolling or applying pressure on the various acupressure pointsThis particular pressure if gets applied gives relieve from various muscle and joint pains by releasing the nodules in the affected area.

Hand Reflexology
Pressure points on Hands

Benefits of Acupressure

Acupressure has several advantages on our bodies because of which many people prefer this particular method of massage.

  • Helps to reduce muscle tension– It is widely used to reduce muscle tension in the body.  Acupressure is more like a body massage which is done to get relief from various pain It also helps in blood circulation.
  • Helps people to get calm– It also helps to make people cool down after excess aggression.  In this way, the mind works better.
  • It also helps to reduce the need for OTC Drugs– People do not have to use OTC drugs for headaches, cold and various other a The process of acupressure helps to heal every such ailment.  It helps people to get less dependent on medicine for these issues.

There is a particular method by which acupressure works.  It is more like a message therapy but gives better comfort to the body.

Technique of Acupressure

The acupressure practitioners use fingers, palms and elbows to apply pressure on the different body meridians.   It also involves stretching like the way it is done in massage for joints.

Elbows are used for applying pressure
Technique of Acupressure

During acupressure a person lies down on a soft massage table. Then the practitioner slowly presses on the acupressure points on the body.  This therapy is done for at least an hour to make a person feel better. This should be practiced for one week to get an effective result.

Pain relief Massage

Acupressure can also be called as a massage for pain relief.   Any kind of bodily pain can be easily dealt by acupressure.  Apart from pain this particular exercise also helps the mind to get free from excess stress and tension.

Deep tissue massage is another important therapy which people undergoes during chronic muscle tension.  In this massage the focus remains more on the deepest layers of the muscle tissue, tendons and fascia.  This therapy is very much similar to Swedish massage but with the higher intensity of pressure.

Massage therapy is very important for anyone and everyone at certain point of time.  Though there are medicines for several back pains or neck pains but a proper massage like acupressure can heal out the pain in a much efficient way.

Though we know that it is highly productive for various body pains yet it is important to know that during certain situations it is better not to perform acupressure.

Pressure points on Feet
Foot Reflexology

Avoid Acupressure in following situations

During the time of pregnancy– It is definitely not at all feasible to undergo acupressure during pregnancy.  This may lead to miscarriage. A mother should never undergo acupressure during pregnancy.  A light oil massage is preferable if the pain gets too much.

People with fractured bone should never try acupressure to get relief from pain.  Applying pressure on the fractured bones may lead to more damage.

Acupressure is indeed the most vital healing process for pains and muscle tension.
It sometimes works much better than the medicine.
But sometimes it may take longer time to heal the pain. 
All the pressure points take more than five to ten minutes to get stimulated on the body.
This method is one of the most effective technique for Body Pain.

Nevertheless this method of massage is the most effective one for every body pain.  Quite often people undergo this method to get a proper result.

It is recommended to all that if body pain and muscle pull are really making you suffer a lot then don’t just depend on medicine but take the help of acupressure healing technique. It is natural, better and effective.

Back Pain can happen to anyone but can massage prevent it?

Back pain is experienced by almost all of us at some stage of our lives. Sometimes it becomes extremely unbearable that it starts restricting our day to day lives.

Why does Back Pain happen?

Here are some of the most common factors that give you an achy back-

Stress

Your body is flooded with cortisol hormone when stress overwhelms your nervous system; cortisol causes tension in your back, shoulder and neck area which can lead to pain and spasms.

Relaxation techniques like deep breathing, muscle relaxation, meditation, yoga or a simple de-stress massage can help ease these problems. The relaxation massage puts the brakes on stress and anxiety by quieting the mind and relaxing the body.

Your fashionable high-heel shoes

Your fashionable high-heel shoes may also be a reason for your back pain. High heel shoes put your feet into unnatural position every time you step; you lean forward to walk which in turn puts more strain and stress on the lower back.

Fashionable High Heel Shoes could cause Back Pain

To get rid of this type of back pain you should choose comfortable cushioned shoes which can keep your feet and lower back happy all day long. A gentle massage using some herbal pain relief oil will give you quick relief from the pain you are experiencing in your feet as well as in lower back region.

High fat diet

According to a study published in the Asian Spine Journal 2014, 30% women and 25 % men suffering from back pain also had some or the other kind of gastrointestinal problems like stomach pain and food allergies. Scientists claim that there is a relationship between the food we consume and inflammation. High fat and high sugar food causes inflammation in the body especially in back and joints.

So if you want to see some improvement in your back pain and other types of body pains like joints pain etc, you should cut down the high fat and high sugar food from your diet.

Obesity

Those extra pounds on your body might be causing a constant pressure on your spine and the muscles supporting it. Excess weight can aggravate your back pain; it has been observed that overweight people are usually at higher risk for fatigue, back pain, joints pain and muscle pain than others. If you carry extra body fat especially around your middle-section of body, you should take steps to remove those extra pounds in order to get a permanent solution for your achy back.

Obesity

Your desk job

At the molecular level, our body is designed for regular movement, but unfortunately most of us spend whole day sitting down at work. This causes tightening of the muscles and we get muscle stiffness, neck and back pain.

Back Pain
Desk Job causes Back Pain

Stretching your body every now and then and walking for few minutes might help you get quick and short-term relief from pain and stiffness. Take regular massage from a therapist, it will help your muscles to get relaxed and soothed; moreover a regular massage routine will also promote correct posture, and prevent desk job pains and stiffness.

Poorly designed mattress and improper sleeping positions

If you wake up each morning with an achy back but the pain goes away with slight stretching then it may be an indication that the mattress is poorly-designed or not suitable for your body.

Remember that you spend 7-8 hours every day on that mattress, choose a mattress that can give you better sleep and less pain, instead of being economical and buying an unsuitable one.

Many times, back pain is also caused by our sleep positions. If your natural sleeping position is making the back pain worse then try using soft pillows for extra support.

Apart from these factors, several medical conditions may also cause pain in back, neck and shoulder areas; a slipped (prolapsed) disc, sciatica and spondylitis are few to name.

HOW DOES MASSAGE HELP TREAT BACK PAIN?

Massage as a treatment for Back Pain

Good circulation is very important for a healthy body and massage is one of the best ways to increase the blood circulation throughout the body. Be it muscle tension, neck, back or shoulder pain, one can simply rely on massage therapies. Reasonably firm massage strokes improve the circulation and help in supplying oxygen and nutrients to the muscles. Regular massage therapy supports flexibility and movements. Regular massage sessions help lubricate spinal joints and improve overall spinal health.

Back Pain Massage
Massage as a treatment for Back Pain

Sedentary life style, obesity and wrong posture often causes tension in lower back region; massage can give astonishing results in the treatment of chronic back pain by reducing tension and strain in lower back.

There are so many types of massage therapies that are specifically designed for back pain treatment. However a combination of Swedish massage and deep tissue massage is mostly used by professional massage therapists. A variety of strokes like pounding, tapping and kneading are used to ease the muscle knots and improve circulation.

In back massage techniques, the main focus is mostly on increasing the circulation in the congested area; moreover, improved lymphatic drainage due to better circulation help release the toxic waste from your body. A qualified therapist with full awareness about the muscular system can give you right pressure on right area. After applying the warm oils evenly on your body with long flowing strokes, the therapist uses the whole surface of her hands and stroke firmly upwards from the lower back to the neck and shoulder region. Oil is used to reduce the friction on the skin and prevent the pulling of hair. For more details, read https://blueterra.in/pain-management

Different types of massage treatments for back pain

After carefully accessing your back problem, an experienced massage therapist will advice you one specific type of massage or a combination of massage techniques. Some of the most commonly used massage therapies for back pain are-

Balinese Therapy Most popular because it is effective is Balinese Therapy in case of Back Pain. Most of doctors or physiotherapist will advise backward bending of back to get relief from Back Pain. Balinese Therapy starts with exactly that – stretching of body to relieve stiffness. Stretching is followed by full body deep tissue holistic treatment that combines acupressure, reflexology, stretching and aromatherapy to stimulate circulation, ease muscular/ joint pain and help in sports injuries and migraine. If you want to go with tried and tested, Balinese Therapy for Back Pain shall be your choice.

Back & Body Therapy It is one of the unique therapies to Blue Terra Wellness Spa that is not available anywhere else. Screening and combining some of the most effective treatments for Back Pain, Back & Body Therapy consists of Full Body Oil Massage followed by Ayurvedic Potli massage on affected area. Potli massage has been treatment of choice of Ayurvedic practitioners for years. Back & Body Therapy is potent combination of Ayurvedic Potli for Back Pain and full body Oil massage for relaxation and relief from Back Pain.

Swedish Massage This is a gentle and light massage technique which is mostly used to relax the entire body. Swedish massage is extremely helpful in flushing away toxic wastes and improving blood circulation.

Massage treatment for BackPain
Swedish Massage

Deep Tissue Massage – This type of massage helps in the healing and recovering from sports injuries; this therapy can also be helpful in easing muscle pain and stress. With improved flow of nutrients and oxygen, it automatically helps in reducing back pain.

Hot Stone Massage – This therapy helps in relieving muscle tension and eliminating harmful substances clogged in the muscles. The smooth, water-heated stones increase the blood flow and alleviate body pain. This therapy is highly beneficial in reducing muscle spasm. People who suffer from back pain or muscle pain are often advised to get this therapy.

 

Hot Stone Massage
Hot Stone Massage is an effective treatment for Back Pain

 

Even if you dont find time to visit a good Spa, you could do a simple massage at home with a good Ayurvedic Back Pain and Joint Strengthening Oil https://www.bluenectar.co.in/ayurvedic-herbal-back-pain-and-joint-strengthening-oil.html

 

Natural ways for Back Pain Treatment

Pain is said to be caused by the interaction between the sensory nerves and our feelings and memories, sometimes even beliefs. The feeling of pain is crucial because that way the person can adopt precautionary measures to prevent it and also be aware of relieving pain. However, sometimes, pain can be stubborn.

Certain types of pain are experienced by everybody at various points of their life. Back pain is one of them. Unfortunately, a large number of people experience back pain. It could range from being mild to serious to chronic. If you experience any kind of serious back problems, a visit to the doctor is a must. It should be a preferable option than waiting for it out to subside on its own or taking matters in own hands.

Pain is a sensory feeling that humans have experienced ever since they came into being. With the advent of science and technology, we have been successful in handling various health problems. Be it major or minor, most of the pain can be relieved using pain relieving sprays, pills, gels and even massage gadgets. It is surprising, that most of us don’t know that there are numerous natural remedies to heal pain, all free of cost.

However, before everything else, you must know the underlying cause of back pain so that you can have a clear idea of what you are experiencing and thus determine if professional medical aid is required or not.

CAUSES OF BACK PAIN

 

CAUSES OF BACK PAIN OFTEN IGNORED

Like everything else, back pain also has certain causes and types. Some are caused by normal circumstances and can be healed naturally at home where as some can be severe and should not be ignored at all costs. Here is a list of common causes of back pain:-

  • Accidents: Accidents occur all the time. They surely can be prevented, but sometimes things don’t go your way and every time you cannot be blamed. Back pain is commonly associated with accidents and can either be mild or severe depending on its graveness.
  • Sport injuries: Playing sports is one of the best exercises. It is a common activity that people of almost all ages engage in. However, sports can also lead to injuries which could cause back pain.
  • Poor posture: Bad posture plays a major role in causing back problems. Poor sitting and standing habits leads to muscle tension in spine. Slouching in a chair, sticking your bottom out, standing with a flat back, rounded shoulders, standing with tummy out, are few of the instances of wrong posture, which could result in back problem.

 

Poor Posture due to Desk Job

  • Obesity:

    One of the leading causes of back pain is obesity. Obese and overweight people have lower back problems more than non-overweight people. This happens as the excess weight on tummy pulls the pelvis forward, straining the lower back and hence causing lower back pain. According to the American Obesity Association, women who are obese or who have a large waist size are particularly at risk for lower back pain.

  • Osteoporosis:

    Osteoporosis is a bone disease which leads to bone density loss. This is one of the graver causes of back problems and even chronic pain. A professional medical help is definitely needed in such a case.

  • Sedentary lifestyle:

    A sedentary lifestyle is surely not an acceptable one. Prolonged sitting and poor posturing due to a sedentary life is one of the causes of chronic back pain, neck pain, muscle pain and in some cases also might lead to Cervical Spondylosis.

More tips to get relief from chronic pain could be found in http://www.blueterra.in/contemporary-ayurved/contemporary-ayurved10-daily-habits-for-reducing-chronic-pain/

PREVENTION OF BACK PAIN

Prevention is better than cure. Even though Back pain is something that almost everybody experiences in life, we can still prevent it. Mild back pain is harmless, but ignoring it and letting it grow could lead to seriouschronic back problem. Hence, better safe than sorry, because, why not? Here is a list on How to prevent back pain from causing problems in your daily life:-

Exercise and Yoga:

Being physically active and exercising everyday in your life not only keeps your muscles healthy and active but also strengthens the spine, thereby reducing the chances of experiencing back pain every now and then. If you happen to have chronic back pain, it can even act as a cure. Yoga is also effective because it improves bodily function.

 

Cobra Pose in Yoga strengthens back

  • Maintain good food habits:

    Eating right keeps your weight in check, your digestive tracks functioning properly and in turn maintains your spine. We should eat a balanced diet, which ensures proper nourishment for our muscles, tissues, tendons and bones. A good diet should take care of our Calcium, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, Iron, Magnesium and other Vitamins requirement.

 

Good food habits is a solution to many problems

  • Sleep on your sides:

    Sleeping on sides is the best position for sleeping. Ensure to draw your legs slightly towards your chest and keep a pillow between your legs. Sleeping in this position takes away the stress from the back than while sleeping flat on your back. A pillow supporting your head while you sleep is also important as it reduces stress and keeps you comfortable hence preventing back and neck problems.

  • Maintaining a good posture:

    A sedentary lifestyle is one of the major cause of bad posture. Avoid slouching over your computer and work at a proper and comfortable workstation both at office and also at home. Do stretching exercises between long intervals of work hours.

  • Reduce Stress:

    You will be surprised to know that stress also has a negative impact on your back causing back problems often. It tenses up your muscles leading to back pain. Major stress busters include Yoga, meditation, breathing exercises, body massage and the like.

 

De-stress and relax

CURE FOR BACK PAIN:

Almost every ailment has a cure. A common health problem such as back pain has innumerable cures likebody massage, most of which can be acquired without medical assistance as well. We tend to depend on technology and science so much that we don’t give a damn about simple home remedies or natural ways to cure back pain. We forget that there are many simple and natural ways to get rid of back pain. Here are a few natural remedies which might help reduce back pain:-

  • Yoga and stretching:

    Yoga, undoubtedly is one of the most effective treatment for back pain and could work better than medical treatments. Various studies have found out that stretching, like yoga, also helps to loosen tense and tight muscles, cures muscle stiffness and is a good natural pain reliever.

  • Massage:

    Getting a massage on a weekly basis is a good stress buster and reduces muscle and back pain. Ayurvedic Potli massage also help alleviate pain that results from diseases like spondylosis and osteoarthritis. It provides an instant relief from back pain. More details on how Massage could help for Back Pain treatment could be found in http://www.blueterra.in/contemporary-ayurved/joint-and-back-pain-relief-with-back-body-therapy/

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    Massage acts as a quick pain reliever

  • Acupuncture:

    Just like back massage, acupuncture is also a great way to relieve stress. It is extremely effective and relaxing, even if the idea of needles being inserted in your skin might disturb you.

  • Pilates:

    If you are experiencing back pain, under no circumstance should you give up on exercise. Keep yourself moving. Pilates strengthens our core, which takes away the load from our back. Pilates is all about controlled breathing and a strong core.

     

    Pilates Strengthens Back and Core

Pain is most likely unavoidable. We humans experience it in our day to day lives. However, there are many ways to cure them and lead a healthier and happy life, as the saying goes, “Where there is a will, there is a way”. Keeping yourself a step ahead is also a good way to go. For instance, using Pain Oil for body massage instead of regular oil or trying out different activities like aquatic therapy, tai chi etc . The point to note is – Be on your feet and keep moving.

Joint and Back Pain Relief With Back & Body Therapy

Back & Body Therapy for relief from Back Pain, Joint Pain and Knee Pain

If you’ve ever groaned, “Oh, my aching back!”, you are not alone. Back and Joint pain is one of the most common reasons people go to the doctor or miss work and a leading cause of disability worldwide. Back and Joint pain is one of the most common medical problems, affecting 8 out of 10 people at some point during their lives.

 

Most back pain goes away on its own, though it may take awhile. Taking over-the-counter pain relievers and resting can help but it has its own side effects. Contrary to popular belief, staying in bed for more than 1 or 2 days could make it worse.

There are lots of symptoms which if not treated at the right time could aggravate the problem and may cause irreparable body damage. You must see a doctor if any of the below symptoms persists:

  • Stiffness in Neck, Shoulder or Back
  • Radiating pain in arms or legs
  • Pain or stiffness in muscles after hectic week
  • Recurring symptoms with aggravated lower or upper back pain at higher frequency

Back & Body Therapy

Rushing to a doctor for minor niggle is not a practical solution. There are home remedies or intermediate steps that could actually provide a longer lasting relief than visit to doctor. Spa treatments or Massage therapies is a hidden jewel benefits of which are relatively unknown. Spa treatments helps in following manner:

  1. Lot of Back & Joint pain is manifestation of stress. Stress at work/personal life may cause muscle stiffness/spasm which may result in Back pain/Joint Pain. Massage directly works to reduce stress level and hence providing relief from Back & Joint Pain
  2. Massage provides much needed ‘me’ time. This is one time when you are away from your PC, smart phone, or Social media. Spa time is much needed Switch off time from everybody else and system around you
  3. Apart from Massage therapies, Ayurvedic Potli is a tried and tested method for pain alleviation and treatment for over 100 years.

At Blue Terra Spa & Wellness Center, our Spa doctors have fused massage therapy and Potli therapy to develop Back & Body Therapy. Back & Body Therapy has given excellent results with a success rate of more than 80% and has been successfully delivered to over 10000 guests with great results. This therapy has been used for treatment for back pain and other joint aches.

While Oil massage decreases tension in muscles and improves blood circulation, warm Ayurvedic Potli opens pores and works on affected area allowing the carefully selected herbs to work on the body and mind. It relieves relieving deep seated tension, increasing circulation, loosen toxins, strengthening muscle tissue and ridding the body of excess Kapha.

Along with relieving back/joint pain, receiving Oil massage on a regular basis helps keep all your joints limber, which reduces your chances of pulling a muscle. It also improves your posture and flexibility, increases range of motion, lowers blood pressure and heart rate,encourages relaxation and relieves stress. Similar relief from Back Pain could be done at home itself by massaging with back Pain Oil (https://www.bluenectar.co.in/ayurvedic-herbal-back-pain-and-joint-strengthening-oil.html)

Joint and Back Pain Relief With Back & Body Therapy

Back & Body Therapy for relief from Back Pain, Joint Pain and Knee Pain

If you’ve ever groaned, “Oh, my aching back!”, you are not alone. Back and Joint pain is one of the most common reasons people go to the doctor or miss work and a leading cause of disability worldwide. Back and Joint pain is one of the most common medical problems, affecting 8 out of 10 people at some point during their lives.

back-pain

Most back pain goes away on its own, though it may take awhile. Taking over-the-counter pain relievers and resting can help but it has its own side effects. Contrary to popular belief, staying in bed for more than 1 or 2 days could make it worse.

There are lots of symptoms which if not treated at the right time could aggravate the problem and may cause irreparable body damage. You must see a doctor if any of the below symptoms persists:

  • Stiffness in Neck, Shoulder or Back
  • Radiating pain in arms or legs
  • Pain or stiffness in muscles after hectic week
  • Recurring symptoms with aggravated lower or upper back pain at higher frequency

Back & Body Therapy

Rushing to a doctor for minor niggle is not a practical solution. There are home remedies or intermediate steps that could actually provide a longer lasting relief than visit to doctor. Spa treatments or Massage therapies is a hidden jewel benefits of which are relatively unknown. Spa treatments helps in following manner:

  1. Lot of Back & Joint pain is manifestation of stress. Stress at work/personal life may cause muscle stiffness/spasm which may result in Back pain/Joint Pain. Massage directly works to reduce stress level and hence providing relief from Back & Joint Pain
  2. Massage provides much needed ‘me’ time. This is one time when you are away from your PC, smart phone, or Social media. Spa time is much needed Switch off time from everybody else and system around you
  3. Apart from Massage therapies, Ayurvedic Potli is a tried and tested method for pain alleviation and treatment for over 100 years.

 

 

At Blue Terra Spa & Wellness Center, our Spa doctors have fused massage therapy and Potli therapy to develop Back & Body Therapy. Back & Body Therapy has given excellent results with a success rate of more than 80% and has been successfully delivered to over 10000 guests with great results. This therapy has been used for treatment for back pain and other joint aches.

While Oil massage decreases tension in muscles and improves blood circulation, warm Ayurvedic Potli opens pores and works on affected area allowing the carefully selected herbs to work on the body and mind. It relieves relieving deep seated tension, increasing circulation, loosen toxins, strengthening muscle tissue and ridding the body of excess Kapha.

how-potli-massage-therapy-works-430x550Along with relieving back/joint pain, receiving Oil massage on a regular basis helps keep all your joints limber, which reduces your chances of pulling a muscle. It also improves your posture and flexibility, increases range of motion, lowers blood pressure and heart rate,encourages relaxation and relieves stress.

Body Parts’ Stretch Guide for the Upper Body

Short guide for relief from Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain

Ask a person who is habitually to exercise, what it is not to exercise for a week or 10 days. Feeling is like not giving water to somebody for a day. Almost like carrying 10 kg weight on her back. Entire body feels listless, stiff and starts paining in a strange way. This pain due to non exercise is infinitely worse than pain due to exercise/stretching in the body. I will rather compromise 1 hour of sleep to do exercise rather than avail that extra hour on pillow that will only stiffen the muscles & cause more fatigue.

However, mostly people are clueless when it comes to body workouts. Ask them for exercise and responses are “I don’t know what bits I am meant to be exercising, when or how”, “Although I do know I don’t know how to start”. So this complete workout guide is just the thing to get one started on the right track.  Starting here with the upper body, there are 6 areas you can give daily attention to in order to get those muscles loose and flexible, keeping tightness, aches, and cramps far away from your body.  

 

Benefits
The benefits of having well-exercised muscles are massive. Stretches lengthen your muscles, giving you full access to their tremendously useful elasticity. Stretching will also improve blood flow to the muscles, increasing your physical capacities, lowering injury risks. If you do these exercises after you wake up in the morning or have taken a quick nap, it will wake you up and open up your lungs to give you space to take great healthy breaths of invigorating air. You will also sleep better than ever before and stand taller with improved posture. 

Tip: To make sure you reap these tremendous benefits, you might want to try the first exercise (stretch A) for each body area on one day, then on the next day try the second exercise (stretch B). Either you will find you prefer one stretch more than the other, or you will retain both, giving yourself a nice bit of variety to your routine.

1. Neck

We have all suffered from a stiff neck, and know how much this can ruin your day. Most of the time our necks get into bad shape due a too motionless sleep. To combat this problem, try these two exercises after you wake up.

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Stretch A: Sit up and straighten your back. Put your right hand on your right shoulder. Then put your left hand on the right hand side of your head, and use your body’s weight to tilt it towards your left hand side. Hold this position for 10 seconds, then switch sides.

Stretch B: Sit up straight and try to give yourself a double chin by dropping your chin into your chest. Hold for 3 seconds and repeat 10 times. To increase the pressure, press two fingers into your tucked chin.

2. Shoulders

Your shoulders could be in a poor position: turned forward and tilting downwards, giving you tightness and lack of full mobility. Instead of asking for low quality massages from your partner, be proactive and try these 2 workouts.image002

Stretch A: Stand erect, squeezing your shoulder blades together, as hard as you think you can, for 3 seconds before letting go. Repeat this exercise 12 times.
Stretch B: Stand in the middle of a doorway and bend your right elbow 90 degrees with your palm forward and your fingers pointing up, then put your forearm on the doorway. With your left foot lean forward until you feel tightness in your pectoral. Hold this position for 10 seconds then switch to the other side. 

3. Triceps 

Unlike their mighty neighbors, the biceps, your triceps are relatively under used throughout the day and need a bit of activity to keep from becoming tight and uncomfortable. Here are two super stretches to bring the triceps back into play.image003

Stretch A: Lift your right arm above your head, bending it with the elbow. Put your left hand onto the right elbow. Then slowly pull your right elbow downwards and backwards until there is tension. Hold position for 10 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
Stretch B: Stretch your right arm at shoulder height across your chest. Put your left wrist on your right elbow, pulling your right arm to your body slowly. When you experience a bit of tension in your right triceps stop and hold position for 10 seconds. Repeat on your other side.

4. Forearms

Your forearms are extremely busy parts of your body, being the strength behind many of your hands’ daily duties, so you need to make sure they are being used properly and efficiently. Give these top exercises a go.image004

Stretch A: Move your arms in front of your chest, bending at the elbows, and cross your right arm in front of your left. Move your right wrist behind the left with your palms (or backs of hands) touching. Hold position for 10 seconds. Switch to the other side.
Stretch B: Get yourself down on all fours like a dog, with your hands under your shoulders and your hips above your knees. Turn your hands at their wrists one after the other until your fingers are facing your knees. Hold position for 30 seconds.

5. Wrists

As anyone with arthritis knows, your wrists are at the same time very delicate and necessary. So learn how to build them up with these great stretches. image005

Stretch A: Take your right hand, with the palm facing out. Turn your wrist back with your fingers pointing up. Spread out your fingers and softly pull back at your thumb, using your other hand. Hold position for a few seconds, then do each successive finger. Repeat this exercise with your left hand.
Stretch B: In prayer position, with your hands clasped over your chest move your hands slowly down from your chin to your waist. When you feel some stretch in your forearms and wrists hold position between 15 to 30 seconds. Repeat this exercise a few times.

6. Back

Both men and women can either wake up with pain or suddenly damage their back muscles at any time in life. But unfortunately this gets likelier as we get older. To try and stay on top of any possible back nightmares, or even uncomfortable twinges, try these two exercises. image006

Stretch A: Stand up and place your feet a small stride apart. Put your hands on your hips and lean back gently until you experience stretching in your lower back. Hold this position for 3 seconds and repeat 12 times.
Stretch B: Lie down flat on your back with your knees bent upwards and somewhat apart. Then drop your knees to the right hand side and hold position for 10 seconds. Repeat on your left side.

 

 

Introducing Vibration Massage Therapy for Back Pain

Massage Therapy for Back Pain and Joint Pain

13th May G5 Blog

Oh No, what did I do yesterday? This is the thought that races through your mind when you get up in the morning with pain in neck, shoulder or back? You replay your entire previous day to identify that moment of indiscretion when you did not treat your body with due respect. Was it wrong posture, or was it long drive, or was it high heel? You also dread the oncoming day as you will have to battle a stiff back or neck throughout the day. Is there a good massage therapy for back pain?

Don’t worry. At Blue Terra Wellness Spa we are constantly looking for new ways to help you fight pain. One of the pain management therapies at Blue Terra is called G5 Vibration Therapy. The vibration therapy is a natural way of back pain management using massage therapy without any side effects.

Massage for Back Pain

As per a University of Florida study on effect of vibration of pain, three different groups of volunteers reported significant pain relief after vibration therapy. It is estimated that vibration therapy leads to inhibition of transmission of pain signals from body to the central nervous system.
One of the physiologic effects of the vibration massage therapy for back pain is the capacity to increase local blood and lymph flow. This leads to pain relief as a reflex nervous response of blood and lymph channel walls induced by application of pressure to subcutaneous areas. Vibration massage Therapy is known to reduce stress, anxiety and pain pressure and has a positive effect on immune function.

Vibration massage therapy has a positive effect in reducing pain due to a stiff back, neck or shoulder. During vibration massage therapy the effects of manual lymph drainage are intensified by gentle oscillations of the local tissue, generated by moving an applicator. This technique is used by many physiotherapists for providing back pain and shoulder pain relief through massage therapy.

So do not let your stiff back, neck or shoulder spoil your day. Book an appointment at Blue Terra Wellness Spa for Vibration massage therapy for back pain and gain natural pain relief without any medicine.