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Vertebral Column Injuries and Spinal Cord Lesions

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Vertebral Column Injuries and Spinal Cord Lesions

Causes, Symptoms & Ayurvedic Management

The spinal cord is a vital extension of the brain, protected by three layers—dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater—with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flowing in the sub-arachnoid space. It runs through the neural canal of the vertebral column, and any injury to the vertebrae or intervertebral discs can directly or indirectly affect the spinal cord.

How Vertebral and Spinal Injuries Occur

Spinal injuries often involve both bony structures and neural components simultaneously. Trauma may lead to:

  • Subluxation or displacement of vertebrae, compressing the spinal cord

  • Rotary movements of vertebrae causing pressure on the cord

  • Prolapsed (herniated) intervertebral discs, exerting excess pressure

  • Degenerative cervical arthritis in older adults, narrowing the spinal canal

  • Bony spurs and ligament thickening, trapping the spinal cord between structural elements

These conditions may result in inflammation, oedema, haemorrhage, cell hypoxia, and progressive degeneration of the spinal cord.

Compression of the Spinal Cord

Spinal cord compression frequently occurs due to:

  • Traumatic injuries

  • Fractures of vertebrae

  • Vertebral caries (tuberculosis of the spine), where accumulated pus and caseous material exert pressure on the cord

Symptoms of Vertebral and Spinal Cord Lesions

Common symptoms include:

  • Severe neuralgic pain, radiating along the affected nerve pathways

  • Hyperesthesia followed by anesthesia

  • Gradual paralysis

  • Increased reflexes and spasticity

  • Spinal deformity and tenderness, especially in caries or major trauma

These arise from oedema, hemorrhage, infarction, and direct injury to nerve roots or spinal pathways.

Ayurvedic Perspective & Treatment Approach

In Vertebral Column injuries and Spinal Cord Lesions, Ayurveda recommends treating specific Marma points of both the affected and contralateral leg, including:

  • Kshipra

  • Talahridaya

  • Kurca

  • Kurcasira

  • Gulpha

  • Indravasti

  • Janu

  • Urvi

  • Ani

Therapeutic Techniques

Ayurvedic treatments may include:

  • Rubbing and gentle pressure

  • Abhyanga (oil massage)

  • Lepa (medicated paste application)

  • Svedana (fomentation/steam therapy)

Advanced Ayurvedic Therapies

  • Vasti Chikitsa (medicated enema therapy)

  • Marma Shaiyā therapy
    These treatments provide significant relief by reducing inflammation, improving nerve function, and supporting spinal stability.

At Marma & Yog Vigyaan Center, Haridwar, patients suffering from vertebral column injuries and spinal cord lesions receive highly specialized care through authentic Marma Therapy, guided personally by Dr. Sunil Joshi, a renowned Marma expert with over 40 years of experience. Using precise Marma stimulation, therapeutic massage, medicated applications, and advanced Ayurvedic techniques like Vasti Chikitsa, the center focuses on reducing nerve compression, relieving pain, improving mobility, and supporting natural spinal healing. Many patients have experienced significant improvement in their symptoms, even after long-term suffering. If you or your loved one is seeking a safe, effective, and holistic approach to spinal recovery, contact Marma & Yog Vigyaan Center today and begin your healing journey.

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