Sciatica
Joint & Bone
Vata aggravation in hip and leg channels causing sharp radiating pain along sciatic nerve.
Affects millions globally · Joint & Bone condition · Ashtanga Hridayam
Root dosha
Vata
Why lifestyle matters
Root causes: (1) Vata aggravation in kati (lumbar) and sakthi (thigh) channels (2) Dry, cold foods, excessive fasting — dries vata channels (3) Prolonged sitting or improper posture
Daily habits
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Daily Practice 1
Warm sesame oil massage on lower back and legs daily — essential for gridhrasi
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Daily Practice 2
Avoid sitting on hard surfaces — use cushion to reduce sciatic pressure
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Daily Practice 3
Sleep on firm mattress — soft surface aggravates lumbar vata
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Daily Practice 4
Kati Basti (warm oil on lower back) weekly — most effective local therapy
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Daily Practice 5
Avoid cold, wind, damp environment — vata aggravators