Successful Management of Lumbar Spondylosis with Homeopathy

Lumbar spondylosis, categorized as a form of arthritis, stems from the progressive deterioration of the lumbar spine's discs and joints. This condition typically evolves as the discs lose their cushioning ability and the joints undergo degenerative changes. Consequently, bone spurs may develop on the vertebrae and nearby structures, further impeding the spine's range of motion and potentially causing nerve compression.

Symptoms of Lumbar Spondylosis: 

Lower Back Pain: persistent or intermittent pain in the lower back, often described as aching or stiffness.

Sciatica: a pain that radiates from the lower back down to the buttocks, thighs, and legs, often referred to as sciatica.

Stiffness: reduced flexibility and stiffness in the lower back, especially after periods of inactivity or in the morning.

Muscle weakness: weakness in the legs or feet, which may affect mobility and balance.

Numbness or Tingling: Sensations of numbness, tingling, or a "pins and needles" feeling in the lower back, buttocks, legs, or feet.

Limited Range of Motion: difficulty bending, twisting, or performing activities that involve the lower back.

Pain Worsening with Activity: Increased pain during activities such as walking, bending, lifting, or standing for long periods.

Tenderness: tenderness or sensitivity in the lower back muscles or spine when touched.

Bowel or Bladder Dysfunction: In severe cases, nerve compression can lead to problems with bowel or bladder control (a medical emergency known as cauda equina syndrome).

Causes of Lumbar Spondylosis

Ageing: The primary cause of lumbar spondylosis is ageing. As we age, our spinal discs lose moisture and elasticity, leading to degeneration and shrinkage. This results in decreased cushioning between vertebrae, increasing the likelihood of bone-on-bone contact and the development of conditions like osteoarthritis.

Dehydrated Discs: Spinal discs act as shock absorbers between vertebrae. With age, these discs lose water content and become less flexible, making them more prone to wear and tear. This dehydration can lead to decreased disc height and potentially contribute to conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis.

Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is a progressive condition where the cartilage that cushions the joints deteriorates over time.

Bone Spurs: As cartilage in the spine degenerates, bone-on-bone contact can lead to the development of bone spurs (osteophytes).

Injury: Trauma or injury to the spine, such as from a fall or car accident, can accelerate the degenerative process.

A case female age 37 years old registered in January 2024 (Patient ID: 53427) in Life Force Homeopathy Branch Pimpri with K/C/O Lumbar Spondylosis since 8-10 years back with recent exacerbation since 2-2.5 months with dull pain in lower back, especially in the morning with stiffness and tingling sensation with radiating pain to right hip and thigh, unable to stand for long duration. For 1 month only (in Nov 2023): She took Tab. Pregalin 75 mg (Pregabalin 75 mg) and Tab. Wysolone 20 mg (Prednisolone) for 1 week, followed by 10 mg. With this, she was having pain in the cervical region also.

Past history: 2013 Appendicectomy 2012

Family history: Paternal Grandfather- HTN & DM

Investigations:-(25.10.2023) MRI of LS Spine

Imp:

Bilateral spondylolysis at L5-S1 level with grade 1 anterior spondylolisthesis.

Her case was studied in detail, and as per the case need to Dr. Rajesh Shah, investigations were considered & prescribed the medicines individually specific to her & diet. Exercise was also discussed and shared.

Follow-ups:-

After the first prescription in March 2024, the symptoms of pain in the lower back radiating to the right hip joint and thigh with stiffness were reduced by 10–20%; she had not taken any allopathic medicines.

During her second follow-up in May 2024, there was a 20-30% improvement. Pain & stiffness have reduced. Pain in the left hip has reduced moderately. Pain in the right hip is reducing gradually. No tingling and numbness, and no allopathic treatment was taken.

During the third follow-up in July 2024, her complaints were aggravated again in the last 25 days; lower back pain, as well as stiffness, have increased than before, as well as right sciatica pain. Between 9 p.m. and 1 a.m., her complaints were worse, but didn’t take any allopathic treatment; according to symptoms, the medicine was modified.

In September 2024, during the fourth follow-up, ailments were aggravated for the last two and a half months; low back pain, stiffness, and right sciatica pain have increased more than before. No specific such has been observed as a trigger factor here. Previously, night aggravation was there; now the pain lasts for a whole day long, No such change was noticed

In November 2024, the fifth follow-up was given. The frequency, severity, and duration of pain and stiffness in the lower back were reduced in 1 week, and now she gets pain only after overexertion. The tingling in the right foot after exertion was also mildly better. In October 2024, the patient took Xerodol OD for 15 days; after that, she was better.

Last follow-up: given in January 2025. Since 25 days, pain and stiffness in the lower back were reduced significantly. Tingling in the right foot was also absent. The patient didn’t take any allopathic treatment, after November, and was better at 80-90% with the help of Life Force Homeopathic Rx

Conclusion:

With the help of homeopathic treatment, a degenerative change was present with intense pain. After taking homeopathic treatment, her symptoms were better, and after that, there was no recurrence, so its always a better option in such degenerative cases to start & opt for homeopathic treatment for symptomatic relief and to prevent further degeneration progress.

- Case study is written by Dr. Nagma Inamdar, Associate doctor to Dr. Rajesh Shah, MD (Hom)