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Spondylosis refers to degenerative changes in the spine, such as bone spurs and alterations in the intervertebral discs. Lumbar spondylosis specifically affects the lower spine, where the narrowing of the space between the vertebrae compromises the spine. In a typical case of lumbar spondylosis, the space between the discs in the lumbar spine becomes narrowed, leading to symptoms such as numbness, tingling, and pain radiating from the affected area. These symptoms result from pressure on the nerves as they exit the spinal cord. It is estimated that about 80% of the world's population will develop lumbar spondylosis after the age of 40. In Ayurveda, this condition is comparable to a disease known as Katishool, characterized by pain in the lumbar region (Kati pradeshe vedana), numbness in the lumbar region (Kati shunyata), reduced activity (kriya hani), and numbness in the hands and feet (Hasta-pada suptata). This article focuses on the management of lumbar spondylosis (Katishool) through Ayurvedic practices.A 49 year old male patient reported in panchakarma OPD with the complains of Kati pradeshevedana (Pain in Lumber region), Kati shunyata (Numbness), Dourbalyata (Weakness), Shramahani (Lethargy) for last 6 month and other associate complaints were Hypertension, debility, lethargy, excessive sleep, burning micturation for four month. The patient was diagnosed as Lumber spondylosis. Patient was treated with swedana procedure .For swedana kulattha kwath yukta kanji was used. A combination of Yogaraj Guggulu (2 Tab), Punarnavadi Guggulu (2 Tab) twice a day, along with Dashmoolkwath (20 ml) twice a day with water after meal for one month. After one month of treatment a significant response was found.

Lumber spondylosis, Katishool, Shaman Aushadhis, Shansodhan Aushadhis.