Root-cause treatment for sciatica — non-surgical, non-dependent on daily painkillers
About Sciatica
Sciatica is pain radiating along the sciatic nerve — from the lower back through the buttock and down one leg. It often results from disc compression, piriformis tension, or spinal inflammation. Daily pain, numbness, or weakness in the leg severely affects mobility and quality of life.
Common symptoms we see:
The conventional approach
Conventional treatment is NSAIDs (diclofenac, ibuprofen), muscle relaxants, physiotherapy, steroid injections, and — in severe cases — surgery (discectomy). Long-term NSAID use has significant gastric and renal risks. Surgery helps some patients but not all, and recovery is extended.
The Ayurvedic view
Ayurveda classifies sciatica as Gridhrasi — a Vata-dominant disorder of the Kandara (tendons) and Sira (nerves/channels) along the lower body. Disc compression reflects Vata-Kapha aggravation; inflammatory sciatica involves Pitta. The classical treatment for Gridhrasi — Kati Vasti and Basti — has been practiced for millennia and remains among the most effective Panchakarma protocols at the clinic.
Our treatment protocol for Sciatica
Our doctors first assess whether your sciatica is disc-related, piriformis-driven, or inflammatory. Treatment then combines classical Vata-pacifying medicines, warm Anupana (carrier) therapies, movement correction (not rest), and targeted Panchakarma — Kati Vasti (oil retention on the lower back) and Basti (medicated enema, the gold-standard for Vata disorders) are near-universal.
Meet our Ayurvedic doctors. They review your full history, existing reports and medications. A clear treatment plan is given before any commitment.
A Vata-pacifying diet — warm, moist, slightly oily foods. Avoid cold, dry, raw, and very bitter foods. Adequate protein and healthy fats support nerve and tissue repair.
Gentle daily movement — prolonged bed rest worsens sciatica. Specific yoga (with doctor guidance; some poses aggravate). Avoid prolonged sitting, cold exposure, and lifting in poor posture.
Not every patient needs Panchakarma. Our doctors recommend it only when your case warrants it.
A patient case
A 52-year-old patient with right-leg sciatica for 3 years, MRI showing L4-L5 disc bulge, on daily diclofenac. A 14-day Panchakarma protocol (Kati Vasti, Basti, Abhyangam with Svedana) plus 2 months outpatient: pain reduced from 8/10 to 2/10 by day 14, medication-free at 2 months, sustained at 18-month follow-up with gentle yoga routine.
Individual cases. Outcomes vary by condition severity, adherence and chronicity.
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