Low Back Pain – Causes & Relief

Top 5 Common Causes

• Muscle strain & poor posture
• Disc problems (bulge / prolapse)
• Spine joint wear & tear (arthritis)
• Spinal imbalance (scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis)
• Weak bones / injury (fracture, osteoporosis, etc.)

Varmam View

• Pain often linked to blocked energy points along the spine.
• Moola Varmam and related points affect back strength & flexibility.
• Restoring flow brings pain relief, alignment, and balance.

Our Approach at Marudham Siddha Varmam

• Siddha medicines – natural & safe
• Varmam therapy – release blocks, improve mobility
• Posture & lifestyle guidance – prevent recurrence

Goal: Relief from pain + Better movement + Long-term wellness

Neck Pain – Causes & Relief

Top 5 Common Causes

• Poor posture & strain – long hours with mobile/computer, travel
• Cervical spondylosis – age-related wear and tear
• Injury/whiplash – sudden jerk or accident
• Arthritis & disc problems – inflammation, discitis, rheumatoid or psoriatic arthritis
• Other conditions – fibromyalgia, stiff neck (torticollis), referred pain

Varmam View

• Blocked points in neck & shoulders cause stiffness and radiating pain.
• Key points: Kaazhichal, Kaathari, Thirumugam Varmam.

Our Approach

• Siddha medicines – reduce inflammation, strengthen bones & joints
• Varmam therapy – release blockages, improve flexibility
• Posture & lifestyle guidance – prevent recurrence

Goal: Natural relief + Better movement + Long-term wellness

Shoulder Pain – Causes & Relief

Top 5 Common Causes

• Rotator cuff strain – pain on lifting the arm
• Subacromial impingement / inflammation
• AC joint disease – overhead or cross-body pain
• Bicipital tendinitis – front-shoulder tenderness
• Arthritis or stiffness – frozen shoulder, wear & tear

Varmam View

• Upper-limb pain ties to neck/shoulder Varmam imbalance.
• Key points: Kaathari, Kaazhichal, Kaalathil Varmam.

Our Approach

• Siddha medicines – natural relief from pain & swelling
• Varmam therapy – releases blockages, improves shoulder function
• Simple exercises & posture guidance – long-term benefit

Goal: Pain relief + Better movement + Stronger shoulders

Knee Joint Pain – Causes & Relief

Top 5 Common Causes

• Osteoarthritis – age-related wear and tear
• Injuries – ligament/meniscus tears, sports strain
• Inflammatory arthritis – rheumatoid, gout, psoriatic
• Overuse & strain – stairs, obesity, prolonged standing
• Other conditions – infections, post-trauma, bone weakness

Varmam View

• Imbalance in lower-limb Varmam points leads to knee pain.
• Key points: Kaal, Indhu, Moola Varmam.
• Helps post-operative recovery and mobility.

Our Approach

• Siddha medicines – reduce inflammation, improve joint strength
• Varmam therapy – releases blocks, enhances mobility
• Diet & lifestyle advice – weight, posture, supportive exercise

Goal: Pain relief + Easy movement + Healthy knees

Ankle Joint Pain – Causes & Relief

Top 6 Common Causes

• Sprains & ligament injuries
• Arthritis – osteo, rheumatoid, gout
• Tendon problems – Achilles tendinitis, overuse
• Fractures & trauma
• Flat foot – arch issues causing chronic strain
• Other – infections, nerve-related pain, postural strain

Varmam View

• Block/imbalance around foot & leg points causes pain.
• Key points: Kaal, Indhu, Kunthri Varmam.
• Benefits post-fracture/surgery and flat-foot strain.

Our Approach

• Siddha medicines – reduce pain & swelling, strengthen joints
• Varmam therapy – restores balance, mobility, energy flow
• Rehab advice – ankle strengthening, posture & foot care

Goal: Pain relief + Easy walking + Strong, stable ankles

Hip Joint Pain – Causes & Relief

Top 5 Common Causes

• Osteoarthritis – wear & tear
• Inflammatory arthritis – RA, ankylosing spondylitis
• Injuries & fractures
• Avascular necrosis (AVN)
• Other – infections, congenital issues, post-surgical pain

Varmam View

• Pelvis & thigh Varmam balance affects hip pain.
• Key points: Moola, Indhu, Maarbu Varmam.
• Supports AVN/post-op stiffness recovery.

Our Approach

• Siddha medicines – reduce inflammation, strengthen bones
• Varmam therapy – restores flow, relieves stiffness
• Rehab – posture correction, hip exercises, lifestyle guidance

Goal: Pain relief + Better mobility + Strong hips

Elbow Joint Pain – Causes & Relief

Top 5 Common Causes

• Tennis elbow (lateral) / Golfer’s elbow (medial)
• Arthritis – osteo, rheumatoid, gout
• Injuries – fractures, dislocations, ligament strain
• Nerve compression
• Post-trauma infections/stiffness

Varmam View

• Upper-limb Varmam imbalance impacts elbow strength.
• Key points: Kaathari, Kaazhichal, Kai Varmam.

Our Approach

• Siddha medicines – reduce pain & swelling
• Varmam therapy – improves flexibility and grip
• Rehab guidance – grip/exercise, posture correction

Goal: Pain relief + Better arm strength + Free movement

Wrist Pain – Causes & Relief

Top 5 Common Causes

• Carpal tunnel syndrome – nerve compression
• Arthritis – osteo, rheumatoid, gout
• Injuries – sprains, fractures, repetitive strain
• Tendon problems – De Quervain’s, overuse
• Other – ganglion cysts, post-trauma stiffness

Varmam View

• Blockages in Kai Varmam points lead to pain/tingling.
• Therapy restores circulation and reduces stiffness.

Our Approach

• Siddha medicines – pain, swelling & joint-strength support
• Varmam therapy – corrects blocks, supports nerve healing
• Lifestyle – ergonomics & wrist-strengthening exercises

Goal: Pain relief + Stronger grip + Flexible wrists