title: Effect Of Naturopathy Treatments And Yogic Practices On Cervical Spondylosis--A Case Report.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  Cervical spondylosis is a degenerative disease of cervical spine. The conventional management offered in this condition focuses upon pain, muscle relaxation and restoration of movements. This approach however has not been found adequate in many cases.
  
  
  METHODS
  This is a case of cervical spondylosis treated with naturopathy and yogic practices in an OP set up. Earlier to this treatment, the patient was on conventional medicine.
  
  
  METHODS
  The patient was given naturopathy treatments in form of cold spinal pack followed by other procedures and some yogic practices consisting of asanas, pranayam and relaxation for 30 minutes for a period of one month with an improvement in symptoms.
  
  
  RESULTS
  The present case report showed encouraging effects of naturopathic and yogic intervention on cervical spondylosis.
authors.forename: Rajiv
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Rastogi
authors.forename: Priti
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Bendore
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D002574:Cervical Vertebrae / Q000503:physiopathology*; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D005247:Feeding Behavior; D005260:Female; D005638:Fruit; D006801:Humans; D007036:Hypothermia, Induced; D008875:Middle Aged; D009324:Naturopathy / Q000379:methods*; D020127:Recovery of Function; D055009:Spondylosis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000178:diet therapy / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D013997:Time Factors; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014675:Vegetables; D015013:Yoga