Top Homeopathic Medicines List for Cervical Spondylosis

Background: ‘Spondylosis’ refer to degeneration in the spine and symptoms of cervical spondylosis is manifest as pain in shoulder blades stretching upto forearms. Most often, the term Spondylosis is used to describe osteoarthritis of the spine. This includes the discs or cushions between the vertebrae and the joints between the bones of the cervical spine. There may be abnormal growths or “spurs” on the bones of the spine (vertebrae). These changes can, over time, press down on (compress) one or more of the nerve roots. In advanced cases, the spinal cord becomes involved.

The following terms are used to describe degeneration in the following parts :

• Neck – is termed Cervical Spondylosis.
• Lower back – is termed Lumbar Spondylosis.
• Middle back– is termed Thoracic Spondylosis

Aging is by far the major risk factor in this disease. By the age of 60, most men and women show growing symptoms of cervical spondylosis on X-ray. While other factors that can make a person susceptible to develop Spondylosis are:

• Past neck/ back injury
• Past spine surgery
• Ruptured or slipped disc
• Being overweight and not exercising
• Heavy lifting / bending and twisting
• Severe Arthritis
• Small fractures to the spine from Osteoporosis
• Heredity/Genetic Factor

Baksons Spondy Aid drops for symptoms of cervical spondylosis, stiffness of Joints & muscles of spine

In symptoms of cervical spondylosis pain is normally felt over the shoulder blade and it may spread to the upper arm and forearm while (rarely) fingers. It is often noticed to deteriorate after standing or cough or laugh/bending neck backwards, sitting/at night/with sneeze, or walking more than a few yards. There may be other symptoms like abnormal sensations in the shoulders or arms, neck stiffness numbness headaches especially in the head & loss of balance or vertigo.

‘Lumbar Spondylosis’ usually resents itself devoid of any symptoms. Lumbar Spondylosis is usually an unrelated finding when back or sciatic pains are symptoms. Symptoms include weakness and pain that can spread through the lower back, tingling, numbness, tailbone, hip joints, buttocks, thighs, down the legs to toes and loss of bowel bladder control.

In ‘Frozen Shoulder’ the shoulder capsule thickens and becomes tight. Stiff bands of tissue-called adhesions begin to develop and in many cases, there is less synovial fluid in the joint. The usual sign of this condition is being unable to move one’s shoulder-either with one’s own effort or with the help of someone else, accompanied with pain initially which later spontaneously resolves.

Product: Baksons Spondy Aid drops has a novel homeopathic formulation that prevents degenerative processes of these joints and provides relief from stiffness of back and aches. It also helps alleviate accompanying symptoms like vertigo, nausea, giddiness and weakness and therefore recommended for symptoms of cervical spondylosis

INDICATIONS: For pain, soreness  stiffness in muscles of the back, because of degenerative changes in the spine.

COMPOSITION: Acid Ledum palustre 3x, Dulcamara 3x. Gelsemium semp. 3x, Ulmus fulva 5x, formicum 3x, Colchicum autumnale 5x, Rhus toxicodendron 3X,

ACTION OF INDIVIDUAL REMEDIES in Baksons Spondy Aid drops

Colchicum autumnale: It has a marked effect on muscles, fibrous tissue, serous membranes, joints especially the small ones. Tearing pains, worse in the evening at night and from touch and from least motion.

Acid formicum: Chronic arthritis which is traumatic can be treated by formic acid. Here Pains usually worse on right side, motion and better form pressure.

Rhus toxicodendron: covers all symptoms of cervical spondylosis and is suited for stiffness of muscles and joints and ailments of nerves and spinal cord. Stiff with painful tension, when moving, Back strain or injury. Pains from over lifting and overuse. Pain and stiffness in small of back, better motion or lying on something hard.

Ledum palustre: It affects the fibrous tissue of joints especially small joints. Rheumatism begins in lower limbs and ascends. Trembling of hands when moving them or grasping anything. Throbbing in right shoulder, on raising arm.

Dulcamara: Rheumatic troubles induced by damp cold are aggravated by every cold change and somewhat relieved by moving about. Stiffness, numbness, aching and soreness of muscles on every exposure to cold especially of back and loins.

Gelsemium Semp: It is much used for lessening pain in inflammations.

 RECOMMENDED DOSAGE: 10-15 drops of Baksons Spondy Aid drops should be diluted with water and taken 3 times a day. In acute cases take 2 hourly 6 times a day. Once improvement starts reduce the dosage to twice a day. Or as prescribed by the physician.

ADVICE: Take with Bakson’s Rheum aid tablets for best results.

• Exercise regularly.
• Avoid sudden change of temperature.

Diet restrictions for symptoms of cervical spondylosis

• Cold water, cold aerated drinks e.g. Fruity, Maaza, Campa Cola, Pepsi etc.
• Fruit juices (citrus fruits) e.g. Orange, Mousambhi.
• Ice-creams, Curd (dahi), Buttermilk (Lassi).
• Fruits-Orange, Mousambhi, Bananas, Water Melon, Melon, Sour Grapes.
• All Maida Preparations.
• Vegetables-Colocasia (Arbi), Radish, Cauliflower, Carrots, Spinach (sagg esp. Sarson ka saag), Beans, Bhindi.
• Starchy and fries food-Urad dal, Rajma, Channa, Rice, Kurhi, Noodles, Paranthas, Rice Puris. (Rice is permissible for those whose staple diet is rice).

STORAGE: Replace cap immediately after use. Protect from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.

PRESENTATION of Baksons Spondy Aid drops: 30ml sealed bottle.

Other Homeopathic Medicines for Symptoms of Cervical Spondylosis similar to Baksons Spondy Aid drops are Topi MP Gel (for topical external application), Dr. Reckeweg R 11, Bhargava Spondin Drops, Spondyl Tablets, Wheezal WL5 Drops, Lords Spondi rite Drops, Dr Raj Spondicare Tablets, Wheezal Spondalo Drops, Allen A48 Drops for Spondylitis.

Homeopathic medicines List for Spondylitiis, Spondylosis, Rotator cuff tendinitis,  Frozen shoulder etc

Neck			Shoulder
Aconitum nap. (tds)	Stiffness of the neck due to exposure to cold winds, worse on movements. Pain extends to the shoulders.		Causticum (tds)	Pain specially in the left shoulder with numbness.Contracted tendons with tearing in the shoulder joints and weakness. Better by warmth, specially of bed.
Antimonium tart. (tds)	Stiff neck stretched out, head bends backwards		Chelidonium (tds)	Pain in the arms and shoulders. Constant pain under the lower angle of right scapula. Pain at the lower angle of left scapula.Pain is worse motion and touch, and better by rubbing.
Bryonia alba (tds)	Painful stiffness of the neck,worse with motion.		Chenopodium (tds)	Intense pain at angle of right shoulder blade near spine, and through the chest.
Chelidonium (tds)	Pain and stiffness of the right side of neck, extending to the right shoulder and scapula.		Ferrum met. (tds)	Rheumatism of the shoulder, worse while sitting still, after cold washing and over-heating. Midnight aggravation of pains is the characteristic of this remedy. Pain is worse in the left shoulder and is better by movements.
Cimicifuga (tds)	Head and neck are pulled back. Rheumatism of the muscles of the neck.		Kreosotum (tds)	Pain under the left scapula aggravated by motion and riding in a carriage; relieved by pressure and warmth
Dulcamara (tds)	Pain in the neck due to exposure to cold, damp winds or from an uncomfortable position of the head when lying.		Myrica c. 3x (tds)	Pain under the shoulder blades and at the back of the neck, specially when attended with some liver trouble.
Lachnantes tinc. Q (bd)                             10 drops in 1/2 cup of water	Neck is drawn over to one side during sore throat. Rheumatism of the neck. Pain in the nape as if dislocated.		Phytolacca dec. (tds)	Pain and soreness in the shoulders accompanied with restlessness. Specially shooting pain in the right shoulder with   stiffness and inability to raise the arm. Pains fly like electric shocks and are worse in the morning in wet weather, better in dry weather and from warmth.
Rhododendron ch. (tds)	Pain in the neck due to exposure to dry cold winds, worse before a thunderstorm.		Podophyllum (tds)	Pain between the shoulders, under the right scapula, in loins and lumbar region.
Rhus tox. 200 (bd)	Neck sprained due to sudden jerk-.or uncomfortable position of the head while asleep.		Ranunculus bulb. (qid)	Muscular pain along the lower margin of shoulder blade, worse cold air.
Calcarea Phosphorica	Good biochemic remedy for spondylitis		Rhus tox. (tds)	Pain in the tendons and joints of the shoulders. Pains due to over-work and excessive use of hands, arms and shoulders. Pains are tearing and there is tingling in the arms. Pains may extend to neck. Worse while sitting but is better by movements and pressure.
Hypericum perforatum	Acts on nerve endings releasing their compression & inflammation indicated in pain in nape of neck radiating to arms to fingers; pressure over sacrum; spinal concussion; coccyx injury from RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) with pain radiating up spine.		Sanguinaria (tds)	Pain in the right shoulder, worse at night by the heat of the bed. Arm cannot be lifted up as it is painful to do so.