Diseases & Ayurveda

Joint pain

Once a predominantly old age problem, joint disorders are increasingly becoming common in the youth too. Most joint disorders such as Rheumatoid Arthitis, Osteoarthritis, Gout, Spondylosis, Osteoporosis occur because of an imbalance of Vata Dosha, presence of Ama (toxins) in the joints or weakening of Asthi and Majja Dhatus. The gap between joints are lubricated by Sleshak Kapha and when this decreases, stiffness and inflammation occurs in joints accompanied by pain and crepitus. Timely therapy & treatment with Ayurveda is very important to get long-term relief and effective result in joint disorders.

Cervical Spondylosis

Cervical Spondylosis is a kind of Arthritis characterised by osteophyte growth in the spine that affects cervical vertebrae and is characterized by pain at the back of the neck (radiating towards the upper limbs) and vertigo while bending downwards. There might be sensory loss and numbness in the upper limbs. In Ayurveda, it is known as Grivasandhigatvata. There are some degenerative changes in the cervical vertebrae. This, when coupled with trauma or incorrect posture while sitting or sleeping leads to the manifestation of Cervical Spondylosis. Cervical Spondylosis treatment in Ayurveda works on the root-cause by balancing the doshas and strengthening the Asthidhatu.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis (known as Amavata in Ayurveda) is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation and severe pain inthe joints. It can also cause inflammation of the tissue around the joints, as well as in other organs in the body such as eyes, kidneys, heart and lungs. Autoimmune diseases are illnesses that occur when the body’s tissues are mistakenly attacked by their own immune system. Patients with autoimmune diseases such as Amavata have antibodies in their blood that target their own body tissues, where they can be associated with inflammation. Because it can affect multiple other organs of the body, Rheumatoid Arthritis, or Amavata is referred to as a systemic illness and is sometimes called rheumatoid disease.

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis, or OA, is the most common type of arthritis, affecting up to 15 million Indians every year. OA is also called degenerative joint disease characterised by joint pain, knee pain and inflammation. It usually develops after age 45 but juvenile osteoarthritis is also a growing concern. The most common symptoms are knee pain, joint pain and stiffness in the hips, hands, knees, lower back and neck joints mostly felt in the morning.

Ayurvedic Osteoarthritis treatment not only prevents further deterioration in the joints but also rejuvenates damaged cartilages. Vata-alleviating medicines for Osteoarthritis are also suggested for lubrication and strengthening of joints. Our treatment procedure starts with identifying the root cause (Nidaan) first, based on that the line of treatment is customized for individual patients.

Ankylosing spondylitis

Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that affects the spine. This is a chronic inflammatory arthritis that commonly affects the sacroiliac joints in young men. The onset is usually rapid with recurring episodes of low back pain and stiffness, which radiates sometimes to buttocks or thighs. Characteristically, the symptoms are worse that cervical and is experienced in the early morning and following inactivity

The vertebrae may grow or fuse together resulting in a rigid spine. These changes may be mild or severe and may lead to a stooped posture. Early diagnosis and treatment helps in controlling pain and stiffness and may prevent significant deformity. Although it can occur at any age, ankylosing spondylitis most often strikes men in their teens and twenties.

Ankylosing Spondylosis is similar to cervical disorders in many aspects and Ayurveda has very efficient treatments for both. While home remedies can be helpful, you will need personalized treatment for long-term relief. To know more, get in touch with us today.