My story is a back pain that started 25 years ago.When I was young, when we first had our daughter, I used to help my wife wash baby clothes and nappies because we lived in the countryside without a washing machine or running water.Constant bending can cause severe pain in my lower back.But I was young and fit and I forgot any pain after my daughter grew up.As the job involved a lot of sitting, driving and traveling, I used to get back pain from time to time. But it wasn’t too serious (at least I thought so). The problem didn’t go away and last year I found that I couldn’t get up easily in the morning and had shooting pains in both legs that originated in the buttock region. So I consulted specialists and tried x-rays and MRIs. The results confirmed that I have spondylolisthesis at L5 and sacrum. The degree of displacement is so great that surgery is the only option.I have been advised to undergo special surgery where metallic screws are inserted to stabilize my spine.I haven’t taken any anti-inflammatory drugs or painkillers because the pain isn’t that bad. To be honest, I didn’t take it seriously until Vaidya Nithi explained in simple terms what was happening to me with all the drawings and where I would get if no treatment was taken. It will be a long process, he explained.He also explained that it would be a long process, while I would need two to three pancha karmas, special treatment for my vertebrae and 2-3 months of rest. I have to take herbal medicine and follow a strict diet during the entire period. I was asked not to lift heavy objects and not to exercise except for some stretching movements he taught me.I have now gone through a 1-3-week course of treatment during which my pain has worsened and my skin has developed a rash. But I already knew it was due to the detoxification of my body and the rejuvenating movement in the lumbar region.I am having a bit of indigestion due to taking Ayurvedic medicine as it cleanses my large intestine.Overall it’s not a pleasant experience, but with the hope of avoiding a risky surgery, I’m 100% sure I’ve chosen the right treatment for my problem.I would like to add that Nithi treats all patients like good friends but at the same time he is very strict and will not compromise on changing the condition.
