What is Cervical Spondylosis ( GRIVA SANDHIGATA VATA ) ?
It is a specific form of arthritis, which attacks vertebrae and connecting bony, and ligament structures, is known as Spondylosis. Frequently it occurs in the cervical vertebrae. The spines of majority of people above the age of 50 have certain degree of osteo arthritic changes. But they seldom cause acute symptoms. Certain precipitating factors like trauma, incorrect posture of the body, pressure while sleeping and excessive intake of sour food usually precipitate these attacks. In ayurveda this condition is known as Griva Sandhigata Vata This condition is more classically seen in people with sedentary habits especially those who tend to do a lot of work sitting on a chair in a bent down posture, or practice a semi erect posture l- half erect and half lying producing undue strain on the vertebral column. What are the Symptoms ? • Pain in the back of neck, shoulder and arms • Stiffness of the neck and even paraplegia may occur due to this condition. • The movement of the spine generall
