Kundalini induced back pain. Yes, it exists and it can be painful. If you’re reading this because you’re experiencing strange or persistent discomfort in your spine during or after spiritual practice, you’re not alone.
It’s a real phenomenon that happens as Kundalini energy begins to awaken and move through your body.
I want to share what I’ve learned, both from independent research and direct experience about how Kundalini awakening can cause back pain, what it means, and how to support yourself through it.
What Is Kundalini Energy, Really?
Kundalini is often described as a dormant yet potent spiritual energy coiled at the base of the spine.
When awakened, this energy begins to rise upward through the central channel (called the Sushumna in yogic texts), activating the chakras along the way. It’s deeply transformative, but not always gentle.
In ideal conditions, this rise is smooth and balanced. But if the energy encounters blocks, trauma, tension, or misalignment in the body it can cause pain and discomfort.
This is your body trying to integrate a surge of high-frequency energy that your system isn’t used to.
Why the Spine?
Your spine is the literal and energetic highway for Kundalini energy. Every chakra is aligned within the spinal column.
When Kundalini awakens, it tries to flow up through this channel. But if there are tight muscles, suppressed emotions, or fear then it meets resistance. That resistance often turns into pain or discomfort.
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Common spots where people feel Kundalini-related back pain include:
- The lower back and sacrum (root and sacral chakras)
- The middle of the spine (solar plexus)
- The upper back or between the shoulder blades (heart chakra area)
- The base of the neck or occipital ridge (throat and third eye region)
Some report it feels like burning. Others that it’s a pressure or a dull throb.
Emotional Energy Stored in the Spine
When kundalini moves through your spine it’s purging anything negative you’ve stored there.
Science has already confirmed that the body stores emotional trauma. The spine especially is like a vault of suppressed emotions and old pain.
As Kundalini rises it can act like a fire burning through what no longer serves you. That burning can show up as physical discomfort.
Is This Dangerous?
Not usually, but it can feel intense.
If your back pain is severe or disabling, it’s always a good idea to rule out any physical causes with a healthcare professional. However, if you’re confident that you’re having a kundalini awakening, then there’s a good chance that it’s the cause.
Though it can be scary and sometimes even painful, kundalini rising is not dangerous.
Energetic back pain tends to come in waves, often showing up during periods of growth or inner transformation.
What Can You Do About It?
1. Slow Down Your Practice
More isn’t always better. Kundalini can rise too fast, and your body may not be ready. If you’re doing intense breathwork, long meditations, or advanced yoga, try scaling back. Give your system time to catch up.
2. Support the Physical Body
Gentle movement like yin yoga, somatic stretching, and massage can help relieve muscular tension. Focus especially on the psoas, spine, and hips.
3. Grounding Is Essential
This is one of the biggest keys. Kundalini energy rises easily, but we often forget to anchor it. Walk barefoot on the earth, eat grounding foods (like root vegetables), and try grounding meditations.
4. Surrender to the Energy
Resistance is the biggest cause of pain during this process. Try your best to surrender to the kundalin flow and relax your body even if it feels scary or painful at first.
5. Energetic Integration Practices
After a strong spiritual experience, do something very normal. Wash dishes, fold laundry, sit outside and listen to the birds. These simple acts help integrate the energy instead of letting it spiral upward too quickly.
Final Thoughts
Kundalini back pain can feel scary, especially if no one prepared you for it. But you’re not broken and you’re definitely not alone. This process is intelligent. Sometimes it hurts because something old is being unearthed, transmuted, or released.
If you’re experiencing this now, try not to fight it. Listen to your body. Be kind to your nervous system. Go slow, breathe, and know that this discomfort is often the sign of something sacred unfolding from within you.
Hi, I’m Ryan. I’m a meditation teacher, spiritual seeker, and founder of nurtureyourspirit.org. I’m glad you’re here! I founded Nurture Your Spirit because of my love of meditation, spirituality, and spiritual awakening.
