Department of Spinal Disorders
Evidence-based integrative spinal care — yoga therapy, Ayurvedic Kati Basti, and physiotherapy for chronic low back pain, disc disorders, and complete spinal rehabilitation.
Integrative Spinal Care
Chronic low back pain is the world's leading cause of disability. Arogyadhama's spinal disorders department has developed some of the most evidence-based yoga protocols for spinal conditions — with S-VYASA research to support every intervention.
The Department of Spinal Disorders at Arogyadhama specialises in the management of chronic low back pain (CLBP), spinal flexibility restoration, and comprehensive pain management for spinal conditions — without surgery where possible.
Our approach is grounded in two key principles: (1) the spine heals through movement, not rest — specific, therapeutically designed Yoga asanas restore intervertebral disc hydration, spinal flexibility, and core muscle strength; (2) pain is a biopsychosocial phenomenon — the pain experience is profoundly influenced by stress, catastrophising, and mood, all of which Yoga therapy addresses directly.
S-VYASA's published research on Yoga for CLBP demonstrates significant reductions in pain scores, disability indices, and analgesic requirements — with improvements maintained at long-term follow-up.
"The spine does not benefit from bed rest. It benefits from intelligent movement — carefully designed yoga asanas that restore disc health, strengthen supporting muscles, and retrain movement patterns."
Our Specialisations
Restoring Spinal Health
The spinal disorders protocol at Arogyadhama integrates back-care yoga, Ayurvedic Basti therapy, physiotherapy, and pain psychology for comprehensive spinal rehabilitation.
Back-care yoga asanas: Makarasana, Bhujangasana, Shalabhasana — prescribed in progressive sequences based on MRI findings and functional assessment. Core strengthening with Navasana and Paripurna Navasana variations.
Kati Basti (warm oil pool on lower back) is the definitive Ayurvedic treatment for CLBP — reducing inflammation and nourishing the lumbar vertebrae. Basti (medicated enema) for Vata-driven spinal disorders.
McKenzie Method for disc conditions. IFT and ultrasound for acute pain. Core stabilisation programme. Postural correction and ergonomic education — essential for preventing recurrence.
Mud packs on the lumbar spine reduce inflammation. Cold packs for acute flares. Anti-inflammatory diet reduces systemic inflammation that drives discogenic pain.
Led by Dr. R. Nagarathna & Dr. Amit Singh
Every department at Arogyadhama is anchored by Dr. Nagarathna's clinical leadership alongside Dr. Amit Singh, supported by a team of consulting physicians from across our integrative disciplines.
Dr R Nagarathna
MBBS, MD, FRCP · Founder Director, Arogyadhama
A pioneering integrative physician with over four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Nagarathna oversees protocols across every department — combining conventional medicine with Yoga, Ayurveda, and Naturopathy.
Dr Amit Singh
BAMS, MD, PhD
Medical Superintendent at Arogyadhama, Dr. Amit Singh leads day-to-day clinical operations and works closely with department heads to ensure seamless integrative care for every patient.
Consulting Doctors
Dr. Padmini Tekur
MBBS, PhD
Senior Medical Consultant
Dr. Sriram Dongre
BAMS, YIC
Ayurveda Consultant
Dr. Moulya Appanna
BNYS, MD
Consultant Physician — Naturopathy & Yoga
Dr. Vishwas Papanna
BNYS, MD (Acu)
Consultant Physician — Naturopathy & Yoga
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