Lower back pain is a very common and pervasive health complaint. Ayurveda is one of the ancient ways to treat health-related problems.
The solutions below have works wonders because they address the root causes of pain, which Ayurveda would attribute to an excess of a fundamental constituent of the body called vata dosha.
The following solutions by ayurvedic doctors to reduce vata dosha, and thereby work wonders in reducing pain, particularly lower back pain. Here they are:
1. Stay warm.
2. Reduce your intake of very pungent spices.
3. Eat warm foods.
4. Practice Padahastasana.
5. Oil your body.
6. Drink Bishop's weed seed tea.
7. Practice alternate nostril breathing.
You can also try to use an ice pack and an over-the-counter pain reliever such as acetaminophen, aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen. After the inflammation calms down, a heating pad or pack can help soothe muscles and connective tissue. If you have chronic back pain, sleep on a medium-firm mattress