Frequently Asked Questions
What are the types of compressive myelopathy ?
As the spine has divisions, the myelopathy is also divided based on the part that gets compressed :
● Cervical myelopathy
● Thoracic myelopathy
● Lumbar myelopathy
● Cervical myelopathy
● Thoracic myelopathy
● Lumbar myelopathy
What is the Ayurvedic interpretation of compressive myelopathy ?
Compressive myelopathy can occur due to the vitiation of majja(bone marrow) and asthi(bone) dhatu(tissue element). On a larger scale, it can be interpreted as a vatavyadhi.
What are the causes of compressive myelopathy ?
Some factors can cause compression of the spinal cord :
● Age - as age advances, there are chances of the patient to suffer from arthritis and also natural wear and tear of the spine. As a result of which the space within the column may get alleviated and cause compression.
● Tumor - tumors may pose a factor for compression of the spinal cord.
● Disc prolapse - the intervertebral disc may prolapse and compress the subsequent part of the spinal cord.
● An injury or even infection can cause compression of the spinal cord.
● Age - as age advances, there are chances of the patient to suffer from arthritis and also natural wear and tear of the spine. As a result of which the space within the column may get alleviated and cause compression.
● Tumor - tumors may pose a factor for compression of the spinal cord.
● Disc prolapse - the intervertebral disc may prolapse and compress the subsequent part of the spinal cord.
● An injury or even infection can cause compression of the spinal cord.
How does vata dosha cause myelopathy ?
In compressive myelopathy, vata gets vitiated and accumulated in the spinal region and causes stiffness and pain in the subsequent region.
What is the usual line of treatment for myelopathy ?
Usually, the factors that cause compression are removed. Therefore surgeries are performed to remove tumors or herniated discs. Corticosteroids can be given for internal medication.
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