ABSTRACT

Introduction Aging plays a major role in the onset of cervical spondylosis and radiculopathy. Several acute and chronic symptoms start with neck pain and may lead to cervical radiculopathy. Currently, in conventional medicine, pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies are being used for the management of cervical spondylosis and radiculopathy. However, they have certain unwanted side effects. Hence, newer and safer treatment options with minimum or no side effects are to find out. Unani system of medicine serves several gentle and holistic ways of treatment which may provide a new and better management of cervical spondylosis and radiculopathy. Methods We searched articles for neck pain, cervical spondylosis, radiculopathy etc. from various databases, including PubMed, Google Scholar, and MEDLINE. We also searched these topics in the books of Unani medicine. Results This review found out the modern as well as Unani perspectives of cervical spondylosis and cervical radiculopathy and also their management through various Unani therapeutic modalities. Unani system of medicines provides multiple modes of treatment with fewer side effects as well as it treat the cause of the disease. Conclusion Unani herbal drugs and non-pharmacological therapies of ‘Il?j bi’l Tadb?r like venesection (Fa?d), wet cupping (?ij?ma), leech therapy etc., can be effective and safer options. However, their efficacy and safety should be scientifically evaluated through robust controlled clinical trials. Keywords: Unani; Wet Cupping; Cervical Radiculopathy; Neck Pain; Cervical spondylosis
Publication date: 01/05/2023

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2023/12.5.7165