Educational information: Back and neck pain have many causes. This page offers general information and supportive wellness options; it does not replace examination and diagnosis by a doctor.
Common Spine Concerns
Cervical Spondylosis
Age-related wear of the discs and joints of the neck. It can cause neck pain and stiffness, and sometimes pain, tingling or weakness spreading into the shoulders and arms if nerves are irritated.
Lumbar Spondylosis
Wear-related changes in the lower back that may cause stiffness and low back pain, often worse after long sitting or standing.
Back Pain
Most back pain is “non-specific” — related to muscles, ligaments, posture and activity — and improves over weeks with sensible activity. Persistent pain needs assessment.
Sciatica
Pain that travels from the lower back or buttock down the leg, caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve roots — often from a disc problem or narrowing around the nerve.
Slip Disc (Disc Bulge / Herniation)
The soft centre of a spinal disc bulges or pushes out and may press on a nerve, causing back or leg pain, numbness or tingling. Many disc problems settle with time and non-surgical care, but some need specialist treatment.
Symptoms & General Information
- Pain or stiffness in the neck or back
- Pain radiating to the arm or leg
- Tingling or numbness
- Muscle spasm
- Difficulty sitting or bending
- Reduced mobility
Causes & Risk Factors
- Poor posture, long hours at a desk or phone (“tech neck”)
- Lack of regular exercise and weak core muscles
- Heavy lifting or sudden twisting
- Excess body weight
- Age-related changes in discs and joints
- Smoking and long-distance two-wheeler riding on rough roads
Diagnosis & Medical Care
A doctor diagnoses spine problems through history and physical examination. X-ray or MRI is advised only when needed. Medical care may include pain relief, physiotherapy, and in some cases injections or surgery — particularly if there is significant nerve compression or worsening weakness.
Seek urgent medical care for back pain with loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness around the groin or inner thighs, weakness in the legs that is getting worse, pain after a fall or accident, or back pain with fever, unexplained weight loss or a history of cancer.
Mobility & Posture
Good posture reduces strain on the spine throughout the day:
Do
- Keep your back straight when sitting, standing and walking
- Bend your knees — not your back — to lift objects
- Keep screens at eye level; take breaks every 30–45 minutes
- Sit with back support and feet flat
- Do your prescribed exercises regularly
Avoid
- Bending forward to lift heavy weights
- Sitting or standing in one place for long periods
- Slouching on sofas or reading in bed with the neck bent
- Sitting on hard floors for long periods (if it worsens pain)
- Carrying heavy bags on one shoulder
Supportive Wellness Approaches
- Ayurvedic Neuro Therapy — our signature hands-on, drugless therapy
- Yoga Therapy — gentle mobility, core strength and posture work
- Marma Chikitsa and Acupressure for muscular tension
- Abhyanga and herbal steam for stiffness, where suitable
- Ergonomic and daily-routine guidance
These approaches are supportive and non-surgical. They are offered after assessment and work best combined with regular exercise and posture changes. Results vary between individuals.
Safety Precautions
- Avoid therapy over a recent fracture, surgery site or acute injury
- Tell us about osteoporosis, bleeding disorders or blood thinners
- Stop any exercise that sharply increases leg pain, numbness or weakness
- Use support belts or collars only if advised, and for limited periods
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a slip disc be treated without surgery?
Many disc problems improve with time and non-surgical care. However, surgery may be the right choice when there is severe or worsening nerve compression — your spine specialist should guide that decision.
Do I need an MRI before coming?
Not always. Bring any reports you already have. The doctor will advise if you need investigations or a specialist opinion.
Should I rest completely when my back hurts?
For most back pain, staying gently active is better than prolonged bed rest. The doctor will advise what is safe for you.