Understand about Arthritis and related signs and symptoms and Difference Between Ayurveda and Modern Medicine Approach and cure, And Some really helpful Home remedies that bring pain relief Naturally.

Understand about Arthritis and related signs and symptoms and Difference Between Ayurveda and Modern Medicine Approach and cure, And Some really helpful Home remedies that bring pain relief Naturally.

Max Nature Herbal, 24/04/2018, reviewed by Dr.M.Z.Khan

Definition of Arthritis

Arthritis is also known as Joint pain. Inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness that canworsen with age. Joint can be referred as an area where two bones are attached by fibrous connective tissue and cartilageand provide different range of motions to our limbs.Generally Arthritis can be described as a typical condition that causes trauma and inflammation in a joint.

Arthritis is the No.1 problem in India and America. About 15% of the Indian Population suffers from some form of arthritis it means over 150 million people are suffering from arthritis in India itself. Arthritis is one of the most leading causes of disability. One out of three Americans has one of the 100 types of arthritis. 40% people over the age of 50 show signs of arthritis. Their joints naturally degenerate over time when people get older their chances are greater to have arthritis and it is very common among women.

Osteoarthritis is most common in post menopausal women due to decrease in estrogen hormone which causes osteoporosis that leads to osteoarthritis.

Body Parts that can be affected in arthritis

• Knee Joint(most common)
• Hip Joint
• Lower Back (vertebrae)
• Finger joints(Common in RA and Gout)
• Shoulder Joint
• Elbow joint
• Ankle
• Feet
• Body ache

Treatment modalities in advance cases of Arthritis

1.    Total Hip Replacement or Partial Hip Replacement:-Total hip replacement is a surgical approach of treatment it is highly effective in relieving pain and restoring motion of the hip joint. But, it is a major surgery and there are high chances of related complications during surgery as well as post surgery and not to forget that it’s an artificial joint. One should consider this surgery only if all other treatment modalities have failed or are not available or not appropriate.

2.    Knee Replacement Surgery:-Latest Knee replacement surgery is known as arthroplasty. Knee replacement is the only treatment which is available in Modern Allopathy or in Western approach it’s a costly procedure as well as very complicated procedure. And it’s not even cures the disease permanently. In most of the cases pain comes back within 3 months of surgery. Replacement surgeries are the common surgeries of arthritis,among these knee replacement is the most common.

3.    Synovial Fluid:-The synovial fluid works as lubricants to the joint. It is found in between synovial membrane.

4.    Shoulder Joint Replacement Surgery

5.    Shoulder Arthroplasty

6.    Foot Reconstruction

7.    Spinal Fusion

Arthritis Treatments in Ayurveda

The Warning signs and symptoms of Arthritis are:-

1. Stiffness:-After getting out from bed or sitting for hours there may be stiffness in the joint.

2. Swelling:-There may be swelling in one or more joints.

3. Crunching:-You may hear sound of bones rubbing each other.

4. Pain:-There may be slight pain but in early stages, only in an advanced stage pain will be severe.

5.Decreased or Limited Mobility of joint.

6. Inflammation:-Some forms of arthritis show inflammation. There may be redness over the joint.

7. Locking of joints:-The most common complaint of arthritis is pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints. In fingers, hands, toes, feet, ankles, knees, wrists, shoulders, hips, spine… anywhere in the body joints.

When you look back to your past you’ll remember that your pain or stiffness was mild at the beginning so Osteoarthritis can be considered as degenerative disease. But we people do not take it seriously and do not work on it accordingly and the condition worsens.

Musculoskeletal Diseases

·        Osteoarthritis(Degenerative tissue disease)

·        Rheumatoid Arthritis

·        Gout and Pseudo gout

·        Ankylosing Spondylitis

·        Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

·        Neuralgia

·        Slip Disc

·        Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

·        Trigeminal Neuralgia

·        Sciatica

·        Backache

·        Migraine

Secondary diseases that can cause Joint pain:

·        SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)

·        Inflammatory Bowel Disease

·        Ross River Virus or Barmah Forest Virus

·        Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

·        Familial Mediterranean Fever

·        Haemochromatosis

·        Sarcoidosis

·        Chickungunya

·        Dengue

·        Other viral diseases

Arthritis Disease Process according to Modern Medicine:-

Osteoarthritis develops as a result of stress and resultant wear and tear on a particular joint- this can be due to injury or infection, excess weight, congenital reasons or other neuro/muscular dysfunction.

Modern Treatment

Pharmaceutical: -   NSAIDs(Non Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs)

STEROIDS

DMARDs(Disease Modifying AntiRheumatic Drugs)

Surgical:-                  Shoulder Joint Replacement Surgery

Shoulder Arthroplasty

Foot Reconstruction

Spinal Fusion

Knee Replacement Surgery

Total Hip Replacement or Partial Hip Replacement

Arthritis process according to Ayurveda

According to Ayurveda Osteoarthritis(SandhigatVata) and Rheumatoid arthritis(Ama Vat) are the two types of Arthritis. Every person is treated as an Individual case, and many variables are taken into account to ensure that a treatment program is specifically made for that individual.

In Ayuvedic point of view, Treatment is focuses the person to treat not the disease.

 How Vata is aggravated:

·        Eating excessively cold, dry, rough, bitter, astringent or pungent foods (including an excess of raw foods)

·        Irregular schedules or meal times

·        Excessive traveling

·        Late night eating habits

·        Constant multitasking and rushing around

·        Compulsive behavior

·        High stress or high anxiety jobs or situations

·        Lack of sound sleep

·        Excessively cold or dry environments

·        A physically or mentally traumatic event

·        Extreme grief, change or shock

·        Taking some drugs

·        Excessive work,stimulation and movement

How Pitta is aggravated:

·        Eating excessively heating, fried, stimulating, pungent, sour or salty foods and drinks (including red meat, fermented foods, alcohol, coffee, chilli, acidic foods)

·        Exposure to excessively hot or humid environments

·        Not eating when hungry

·        Living with highly irritating situations

·        Excessively heating exercise

·        Excessively hot showers

·        Excessive exposure to anger

·        Violence, conflict and highly competitive situations

Causes that decreases Ojas:

·        Excessive sexual activity

·        Overwork

·        Stress

·        Physical trauma (such as a severe car accident)

·        Psychological trauma (such as excessive stress or intense grief)

·        Vigorous exercise beyond your capacity

Ayurvedic Arthritis Treatment

Ayurvedic and Modern Medicine treatment for Arthritis is totally different in term of approach and cure. Ayurveda can effectively Reduce the debilitating effects of chronic or severe arthritis.

It can also stop the progressive nature of the condition.With help of Ayurvedic treatment. Arthritis of semi chronic type can be treated fully and the diseased joint can brought back to its normal functioning condition. In many cases, Ayurveda can actually offer a cure Because the disease process is very well understood, Ayurvedic arthritis treatments can be applied that effect change at the root cause of the disease.

In Ayurveda, strengthening Agni and removing Ama is the immediate concern. This is achieved by following a special diet that allows the Agni to become stronger and the body to begin eliminating excess toxins. In fact, vast improvements can be made in terms of inflammation, pain, swelling and stiffness just by diligently following the correct diet.

Home Remedies-

Along with a well structured approach to diet, Ayurvedic arthritis home remedies can also be very helpful, especially if the condition is not chronic or severe.

Ginger

• Dry grind a mixture of 6 teaspoons of dried ginger, 6 teaspoons of caraway seed powder and 3 teaspoons of black pepper powder. Take half a teaspoon of this mixture along with water, thrice daily.
• Eating raw ginger on a regular basis can help to alleviate pain by improving blood circulation. Simply peel and slice fresh ginger and eat it along with each meal.

Apple Cider Vinegar

• Take a cup of warm water.
• Mix one teaspoon each of apple cider vinegar and honey in it.
• Drink this solution daily in the morning as it gives an alkalizing effect.

 Turmeric

·     Turmeric contains curcumin which has anti-inflammatory properties which can reduce inflammation. It is quite effective in treating rheumatoid arthritis. You can take numeric juice or a glass of milk mixed with turmeric powder.

Fenugreek Seeds

·        Fenugreek seeds help in healing painful joints. The seeds can be soaked in water in clean water overnight then chewed in the morning. They are usually bitter but sweeten as you chew.

Honey and Cinnamon

·        Cinnamon has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. Cinnamon can be mixed with honey and water then taken in the morning. A paste of cinnamon and honey can be used to massage the affected area.

Olive Oil

·        Virgin Olive oil contains oleo central which inhibits cox-1 and cox-2 which are inflammatory enzymes hence reduces pain and swelling. You can use the olive oil in cooking your food in place of other oils.

Castor Oil

·        Castor oil can also be used in place of other oil while cooking.

Effective home remedy

·        Castor oil (1 tsp taken before bed with ginger tea), fenugreek (½ tsp of powder in warm water before breakfast) and turmeric (1 tsp twice daily) are common household items and can be very effective when taken consistently and in the correct way.

In the case of rheumatoid arthritis, the emphasis should remain on a longer-term program of Ama reduction, plus herbs that reduce inflammation and nourish Ojas in order to correct the inappropriate immune response.

Ayurvedic arthritis body therapies, such as Pindaswed, also help enormously with the reduction of Ama, swelling, pain and inflammation.

But for the best possible results, Ayurveda’s unique deep cleansing and rejuvenation process known as Panchakarma is essential. Panchakarma (which means Five-Actions) will remove Ama and imbalanced Doshas from deep in the tissues enabling progress to be made in a much shorter period of time and enormously reducing the likelihood of any relapse.

From an Ayurvedic point of view, these forms of arthritis build in the body for a long time before they become fully noticeable as ‘Arthritis’. They are therefore considered chronic diseases and are usually well established in the body by the time any treatment for them is sought.

Chronic arthritis can be cured completely but one must have to be persistent as well as should have patience because a complete course can be long duration (Avg. time is 6 months but sometime upto 2 years) in Ayurveda.

Prevention is the best cure, the best medicine for all of us is that of prevention –One should follow lifestyle that supports strong Agni, reduced Ama and balanced Dosha and seeking help from an Ayurveda when joint pain is still in its earliest stages.

Please seek Doctor’s advice if symptoms persist, or are severe or permanent even after complete course of home remedies you may be suffering from serious illness.

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