HERBAL REMEDIES FOR LUMBAGO (OGUN EHIN DIDUN) IN YORUBA HERBAL MEDICINE BY BABALAWO OBANIFA

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR LUMBAGO (OGUN EHIN DIDUN) IN YORUBA HERBAL MEDICINE BY BABALAWO OBANIFA

In this work Babalawo  Obanifa will reveal and document different traditional herbal remedies available in Yoruba herbal medicine for Ehin Didun( Lower Back , medically know as Lumbago). Lumbago is commonly known as lower back pain or backache which is a very common issue in most of the people. It is a disorder of the skeleton and the muscles  in   the lumbar region of the body . In other word Lumbago, or lower back pain, is pain in the lumbar vertebra, the lower area of the back, which can be caused by different reasons and can affect musculature, ligaments, nerves, and vertebrae disks. The name Lumbago has be given to this pain because of the location of this pain which is in between the hipbones and the ribs which is popularly known as the lumbar region.

The nature of this pain can be acute, chronic and even semi-acute which can be treated. The chronic state of this pain is very serious and usually lasts for at least two to three months causing great problems to an individual.

According to https://steptohealth.com/natural-treatment-lumbago/ the following are the likely causes of Lumbago

What are the possible causes?

Lumbago can be caused by several different factors, which we will review below:

·         Muscular tension and compensation

·         Abnormal spinal curvature (lordosis, scoliosis)

·         Kidney disease

·         Spinal disk herniation

·         Arthritis and osteoarthritis

·         Stress and emotional overloads

·         Constipation and intestinal problems (that affect the area behind)

If your lumbago does not improve in no more than 3 days, it is important to consult a doctor, as this could also be related to more serious illnesses.  The doctor will confirm if it is lumbago with X-rays or and MRI.

Tradional herbal remedies for lumbago ( Ogun Ehin Didun) In Yoruba Herbal medicine By Babalawo  Obanifa

1.   Egungun Inaki( bone of an ape), Kuluso mesan( 9 Antilion Insects) Oko atare kan (  a clove of alligator peeper with scientific name aframomum Melegueta). Grind it well.

Usage: use the preparation to make (9) incision at the back that is paining you.       Use blade to make nine  the incisions at the Lumber region and use the powder to rub it.

2.   Mariwo Ope  (Palm frond)  uproot the palm frond from the small palm tree at once, cut the top of the palm frond, add one clove of alligator pepper to it. Grind it together. Use it to make incision at the back of your two feet.

3.    Eepo Igi  tabi Oriro( Bark stem  Antiaris Africana) chop it into pieces and soak it in water. Use it to bathe regularly.

4.    Eran Agutan( Mutton) ododo tabi oMunu Ewe Arerere( tebder keaves of fresh African apple with   with scientific  name Triplochiton scleroxylon)

5.   Igi omumu ati ewe omumu(back stem and tender leaves of Cyperus esculentus ) Use it to cook a snail ,with palm oil and a clove of alligator pepper.

NATURAL REMEDIES FOR LUMBAGO

Garlic

One of the most popular natural cures for lumbago is garlic oil and even garlic cloves that can be used along with mustard oil. The solution should be heated and then cooled for application on the back which can relieve the pain caused at the back.

Wheat

Some wheat mixture can be used with coriander and cuscus grass that provides immediate relief from lumbago. The mixture can be prepared by boiling wheat in water and adding coriander and cuscus grass to it.

Later the mixture of these three items should be boiled in milk until the entire solution is two third of the quantity that it was earlier. This is very effective in treating backache.

Vitamin C

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Foods that are high in content of vitamin C should be used in the diet because vitamin C rich foods help in strengthening the bones and providing them with the energy that is needed to stay healthy and this is the reason why they are counted as the natural cures for lumbago. The most common vitamin C foods that can be taken for treating lumbago are strawberries, citrus foods and tomatoes.

Use Eucommia

Eucommia is also said to provide strength to the ligaments, the bones and the tendons and this is the reason why it is also used to get relief from the pain that exists in the joints and the back. Eucommia is found to contain a compound that helps in the development of collagen and is also said to contain some herbal supplements that can be taken in order to keep the bones and the muscles strong.

Acupuncture

It is also a very common help that is summed up under the natural cures for lumbago as it is of great help in getting pain relief and at the same time it also helps in leading a healthy and balanced life.

It is important to know the exact acupoints and then press them in the correct manner which can help in strengthening the kidneys and even stop back ache.

Foods That Eliminate Pain

There are certain foods that help in eliminating the pain of lumbago. Therefore, these foods are also known as the natural cures for lumbago. The black cherry juice that is unsweetened can be used with grape juice that is dark and can be of great help in back pain relief. Pine apple also decreases such pain because of the bromelain content in them.

According to https://steptohealth.com/natural-treatment-lumbago/ the following are diet to treat backpain.

Anti-inflammatory diet

While you are suffering from a lumbago attack, it is fundamental to eat a balanced diet and to avoid foods which worsen inflammation, like dairy, white sugar, red meat, and refined flour.  Instead, eat foods daily that contribute to the reduction of inflammation, such as the following:

·         Natural fruit and vegetable juices (carrot, beet, celery…)

·         Red pepper

·         Chia seeds

·         Nuts

·         Green tea

·         Ginger

·         Pineapple

·         Papaya

·         Broccoli

Local heat

The lumbar are in the body easily grows cold, which is why you could heat it with a heating pad or an electric blanket, with a hot water bladder, or by covering it with wool fabric.

Another option is to apply a shower spray directly to the lumbar area, slowly increasing the temperature to the hottest that you can stand, without burning yourself.  Move the spray from one side to another for 2 to 4 minutes.  This will be even more effective if you do this while sitting.

It is important to keep in mind that this remedy should be avoided in cases of sciatic nerve and hernias.

Medicinal plants to drink

Medicinal plants that help reduce inflammation, provide minerals to the body, and cleanse are horsetail and sarsaparilla.  Prepare daily one liter of infusion with both plants.  Add a squirt of lemon juice to it, and a bit of stevia to sweeten.  Drink this beverage throughout the day.

Clay poultices

Clay is an excellent, inexpensive, and simple remedy for any type of inflammation.  Make a poultice by mixing warm water with green or red clay until making a paste that you can apply, without it running.  Make it so that it stays compact to the skin on the entire lumbar area.

Cover this with dressing or fabric, or also with a thick wool fabric to provide heat.  Let set for at least half an hour, but you could also let it set over night.  When you go to remove it, it will be dry.  The clay will absorb toxins, reduce inflammation, and will provide the body with minerals.

Arnica

Arnica is a plant used by athletes to prevent and treat injuries.  It is found as an extract, cream, homeopathy form, among others.  You can combine both topical and oral uses.

If you decide to use homeopathy, use the Arnica Montana 9 CH remedy, and place 3 small balls under the tongue, three times a day, between meals, beverages, and strong and menthol flavors (gum, toothpaste, and similar things).

Rosemary vinegar

Rosemary helps mobilize circulation, and giving ourselves rosemary vinegar massages can be very useful.  We can also make it ourselves by letting a few sprigs of rosemary soak in a glass bottle of vinegar.

Cupping therapy

This technique is a very ancient therapeutic method that was used in Traditional Chinese Medicine.  It consists of using a certain type of crystal cup that produce a vacuum effect by sticking to the body, suctioning to the skin and part of the muscle, opening pores and moving blood and lymphatic circulation.

This is how it reduced inflammation and alleviates pain, within 10 or 15 minutes.  Although you can go to a therapist, it is true that you can buy the set of cups and do it yourself.

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REMEDIOS HERBARIOS PARA LUMBAGO (OGUN EHIN DIDUN) EN YORUBA HERBAL MEDICINE BY BABALAWO OBANIFA


En este trabajo Babalawo Obanifa revelará y documentará diferentes remedios herbales tradicionales disponibles en la medicina herbal Yoruba para Ehin Didun (Lower Back, médicamente conocido como Lumbago). El lumbago es comúnmente conocido como dolor de espalda o dolor de espalda, que es un problema muy común en la mayoría de las personas. Es un trastorno del esqueleto y los músculos en la región lumbar del cuerpo. En otras palabras, Lumbago, o dolor lumbar, es dolor en la vértebra lumbar, la parte inferior de la espalda, que puede ser causada por diferentes motivos y puede afectar la musculatura, los ligamentos, los nervios y los discos de vértebras. El nombre de Lumbago se le ha dado a este dolor debido a la ubicación de este dolor que se encuentra entre los huesos de la cadera y las costillas que se conoce popularmente como la región lumbar.

La naturaleza de este dolor puede ser aguda, crónica e incluso semi-aguda que puede tratarse. El estado crónico de este dolor es muy grave y generalmente dura por lo menos de dos a tres meses, causando grandes problemas a un individuo.


De acuerdo con https://steptohealth.com/natural-treatment-lumbago/ las siguientes son las posibles causas de Lumbago



Cuales son las posibles causas?



El lumbago puede ser causado por varios factores diferentes, que revisaremos a continuación:

· Tensión muscular y compensación

· Curvatura espinal anormal (lordosis, escoliosis)

·         Enfermedad del riñon

· Hernia de disco espinal

· Artritis y osteoartritis

· Estrés y sobrecargas emocionales

· Estreñimiento y problemas intestinales (que afectan el área detrás)

Si su lumbago no mejora en no más de 3 días, es importante consultar a un médico, ya que esto también podría estar relacionado con enfermedades más graves. El médico confirmará si se trata de lumbago con rayos X o IRM.


Tradicionales remedios herbales para lumbago (Ogun Ehin Didun) En Yoruba Medicina herbal Por Babalawo Obanifa

1. Egungun Iñaki (hueso de un mono), Kuluso mesan (9 insectos antilión) Oko atare kan (un diente de pez caracolero con nombre científico aframomum Melegueta). Muela bien.

Uso: use la preparación para hacer (9) una incisión en la espalda que lo está doliendo. Use la cuchilla para hacer nueve incisiones en la región de la madera y use el polvo para frotarlo.


2. Mariwo Ope (hoja de palma) arranca la hoja de palma de la pequeña palmera de una vez, corta la parte superior de la hoja de palma, agrega un diente de pimienta de cocodrilo. Molerlo juntos. Úselo para hacer una incisión en la parte posterior de sus dos pies.

3. Eepo Igi tabi Oriro (Tallo de la corteza Antiaris Africana) picarlo en trozos y remojarlo en agua. Úselo para bañarse regularmente.

4. Eran Agutan (Cordero) ododo tabi oMunu Ewe Arerere (tebder keaves de manzana africana fresca con nombre científico Triplochiton scleroxylon)


5. Igi omumu ati ewe omumu (tallo trasero y hojas tiernas de Cyperus esculentus) Úselo para cocinar un caracol, con aceite de palma y un diente de pimienta de cocodrilo.