Ayurveda Treatments for Arthritis

Ayurveda offers a comphrensive cure for bone-joint diseases, It believes that vayu aggravation in the body causes Arthritis and allied conditions, The general line of Ayurvedic treatment for Arthritis include, medications, Abhyanga, (Massage), Swedana (Fomentation), proper diet exercises yoga, rest and relaxations. Medications
For long term / chronic Arthritis
• Corrects the root cause
• Ensures sure relief
• Dispels inflammation
• Improves functional mobility
• Controls morning stiffness
• Affords anti-coagulent action
• Produces lasting relief in rheumatic conditions
• Checks joint erosion
Ayurvedic management of Arthritis

Though a lot of market preparations are available, it is preferable to take the advice of a Ayurvedic physician. You can have a consultation with our Doctor and get your problems sorted out. For your valuable information and perusal; here are a few of our articles related to Arthritis.

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Yoga at your finger tips – Mudhra Yoga

Mudhra yoga is a part of the science of yoga. It is simple and easy to practice. It involves using our fingers. Yoga mudhras are part of Hatha Yoga. Mudras use a system of lightly touching the finger tip hunckles or base of the fingers to the thumb – always to the thumb – to [...]

Shallaki – Boswellia serrata – The Curing Resin

Shallaki – The Curing Resin Shallaki is called Frankincense. Actually the botanical names Boswellia serrata ( Indian Frankinsence) and Boswellia carteri ( Bible Frankinsence) are synonymous. The medicinal uses of the gum extracted from these plants are the same. Both belong to the botanical family – Burseraceae. The vernacular names Boswellia serrata are :- Sanskrit [...]

Yoga for Arthritis

The benefits of yoga are many. Much has been written about the utility of yoga which needs no repetition. Let us see what are the basic and practical requirements of yoga: Before starting • The first step is to consult your doctor. Getting his clearence before commencing yogasanas is essential. • Acquire basic knowledge of [...]

Oil bath – Ayurvedic Abhyanka

Taking oil bath, at least once in a week, is a custom prevalent in most parts of India, even now. Women of kerala relish oil baths which probably could be the secret of their beauty. Massaging with oil is called Abhyanka in Ayurveda. Ayurveda recommends periodic oil massages for body care. Therapy with oil massages, [...]

Osteo – porosis – the scourge of post menopause women

Osteoporosis is a condition in which a progressive decrease in the density of bones weaken the bones, making fractures likely. In women bone density progressively increases until the age of thirty, when the bones are at their strongest. After that, the bone density gradually decreases. The decrease accelerates after menopause. In this condition the bones [...]

GouT

Gout (also called metabolic arthritis) is a disease created by a buildup of uric acid. In this condition, monosodium urate or uric acid crystals are deposited on the articular cartilage of joints, tendons and surrounding tissues due to elevated concentrations of uric acid in the blood stream. This provokes an inflammatory reaction of these tissues.The [...]

Eucalyptus oil

Eucalyptus oil is used commonly as a decongestant and expectorant for upper respiratory tract infections or inflammations, as well as for various musculoskeletal conditions. The oil is found in numerous over-the-counter cough and cold lozenges as well as in inhalation vapors or topical ointments. Veterinarians use the oil topically for its reported antimicrobial activity. Other [...]

Gout – the common arthritis form

Gout is one of the common Arthritic diseases. It is an ancient disease. In 30 A.D. Aulus Cornelius Celsus appeared to recognize many of the features of gout, including its link with a urinary solute, late onset in women, linkage with alcohol, and perhaps even prevention by dairy products. The Roman gladiatorial surgeon Galen described [...]

Vitex negundo – The right Choice for Arthritis

Vitex negundo, commonly known as Chaste Tree or Indian privet belongs to the family: Verbenaceae. It is a large shrub or small tree abundant below 2000 metres, with bluish purple flowers. It is generally found in southern India and Burma. It contains alkaloids, flavonoids, sterols, glycosides, resins and tannins. Therapeutic uses The entire plant has [...]

Ayurvedic Management of Arthritis

• Ayurveda offers a comphrensive cure for bone-joint diseases • It believes that veyu aggravation in the body causes Arthritis and allied conditions • The general line of Ayurvedic treatment for Arthritis include, medications, Abhyanga, (Massage), Swedana (Fomentation), proper diet exercises yoga, rest and relaxations. • Medications For long term / chronic Arthritis • Corrects [...]

   
 
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