Back ache is normally a symptom which indicates a disease or injury to muscles, bones, and/or nerves of the spine. Pain arising from abnormalities of organs within the abdomen, pelvis, or chest may also be felt in the back.  Ayurveda recognizes back pain as Kateegraha, Katisoola or Pristasoola and considers it as a Vata dominant disorder which is further aggravated due to improper lifestyle. Most problems of the back including Nerve root syndromes, Herniated discs, Spondylosis, Spinal disc degeneration, Musco-skeletal pains, Fibromyalgia, Inflammation of nerves etc can be successfully treated with comprehensive approach of Ayurveda. Yoga exercises if done improperly also lead to back pain.
Home remedies you can try:

• Rice: Take 1 cup uncooked rice and tie it in a thick cloth ( or fill it in a thick sock) Heat this cloth pack in the microwave for 30 to 60 seconds on medium-low. Apply it to the back. Keep the temperature tolerable.
  
  Ice Packs: Apply ice packs immediately after back strain or injury. It reduces inflammation and helps numb pain. To prepare a cold compress, pack a few crushed cubes of ice into a plastic bag. Cover this bag with a towel, and apply it to the back for about 15-20 minutes. After 30 minutes, repeat the process.
  
  Epsom salts: These salts reduce swelling thereby relieving back pain. Two cups salts should be mixed in water in bathtub and the patient should soak in it for about 30 minutes.
  
  Ginger and Honey: It contains anti-inflammatory compounds and has mild aspirin-like effects. Take a 1- 2 inch fresh ginger root and cut into slices. Place the slices in 1 quart boiling water. Cover and simmer, 30 minutes on low heat. Cool it off for another 30 minutes. Strain the solution and mix some honey into it and drink.

Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations: 

• Be careful not to sit in a stretch and strain yourself for a long time.
• Reduce the consumption of vata-increasing foods,
• Follow a daily routine as regards to time of meals, number of meals, time to and from bed, exercise, relaxing.
• For leisure time choose calming activities such as quiet walks in nature or parks.
• Live in a warm and moist climate where you can get fresh air and sunshine.
• Undergoing periodical warm oil massage or spinal bath.
• Eat warm cooked meals that are a little oil, not dry.
• Minimize sexual activity when you have back pain.
• Make it a habit of doing yoga regularly.
• Avoid exposure to cold weather.
• Swimming is a good exercise.
• Avoid lifting heavy objects.
• Avoid high-heeled shoes.
• Avoid a sagging bed.

Solutions in Ayurveda:

• Herbal preparations which are administered internally to encourage equilibrium of the doshas
• Sneha Vasti, Kashaya Vasti, Kati Vasti, Navarakizhi, Podikizhi, Sarva Kaya Abhyanga, Pizichil  ect.
• Herbal enemas to treat the intestinal wall and colon, and assist with daily purification
• Yoga postures* to support and strengthen the spine – Remember yoga is not meant to hurt.

Consult a qualified Ayurvedic doctor to get a complete solution.

Note: Treatments mentioned here should be done only under the supervision of qualified Ayurvedic doctor.

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