Cervical spondylosis is wear in the bones and discs of the neck. It causes stiffness, neck pain, headaches, and sometimes pain or tingling down the arms. At Elixir Ayurveda, our doctors use classical Kerala treatments for the neck, together with posture and exercise advice, to ease pain and help you move your neck more freely.
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About cervical spondylosis
With age and long hours at a desk or phone, the discs between the neck bones lose height, and small bony edges can form. This can press on nearby nerves and stiffen the muscles around the neck and shoulders. Common signs are neck pain and stiffness, headaches at the back of the head, and pain, numbness or tingling in the shoulders, arms or hands.
In Ayurveda, this is understood mainly as Vata affecting the neck (Greeva), so treatment focuses on warmth, nourishing oils, steady rest and strengthening.
See a doctor urgently if you have weakness in your arms or hands, trouble walking or keeping your balance, or problems controlling your bladder or bowels.
How we treat it
Your doctor plans treatment after examining you and looking at your X-ray or MRI. It usually includes:
- Greeva Vasti: warm medicated oil held over the neck in a ring of dough, to ease stiffness and pain
- Kizhi (herbal compress): warm herbal bundles, or Njavarakizhi (medicated rice), pressed over the neck and shoulders
- Abhyanga: warm oil massage of the neck, shoulders and upper back
- Nasya: herbal oil drops through the nose, classically used for conditions of the head and neck
- Herbal medicines, a Vata-calming diet, and neck exercises and posture advice to take home
How long, and what it costs
| Stay | Suits | Price (one person) |
|---|---|---|
| 14 nights | Recent or moderate neck pain | ₹95,200 with 20% off (regular ₹1,19,000) |
| 21 nights | Long-standing pain, arm symptoms or disc problems | ₹1,42,800 with 20% off (regular ₹1,78,500) |
Treatments, doctor, room and meals are included. Airport pickup and drop are included for stays of 14 nights or more. Two people sharing: ₹10,000 per night with the offer (regular ₹12,500). The offer applies to stays booked until 30 September 2027.
Your doctor
Dr. S. Vijayakumar, BAMS: 27 years of Ayurvedic practice, including 18 years in Europe. Meet Dr. Vijayakumar
Questions
Can Ayurveda help cervical spondylosis? Many patients find their neck pain and stiffness ease, and they move more freely, after a course of treatment and the right exercises. The changes in the spine stay, but symptoms can often be managed well. We'll give you an honest view after your consultation.
Should I bring my X-ray or MRI? Yes, please bring any scans and reports. They help the doctor plan safely.
I work at a computer all day. Will it come back? It can, if the habits that strain your neck don't change. Before you leave, we show you simple exercises and desk and phone posture changes.
Can I keep taking my medicines? Keep taking your prescribed medicines. Tell our doctor what you take, and agree any change with your own doctor.
How soon will I feel better? Many people feel some relief within the first week. Steadier improvement usually comes over the full stay and the weeks after, if you keep up the exercises.