Arthritis

AYURVEDIC KIT FOR ARTHRITIS

The Kit is decided according to the Symptoms and the type of arthritis.

The Ingredients of oral herbal medicines provides

• Nourishment to joints and reduce inflammation.
• Checks the formation of Ama “ toxin” by correcting the digestive fire
• Provides natural calcium and mineral to joints.
• Enhance the immune system

External Use

• Herbal oils for application to joints , reduces the inflammation and improves circulation
• In some cases Herbal Leps are also prescribed to the patients.

Arthritis is one of the most common chronic diseases in the world. According to Ayurveda arthritis is primarily a vata (air) disease, which is due to accumulation of toxins in the joints and is known as amavata. Poor digestion and a weakened colon, resulting in the accumulation of undigested food and the buildup of waste matter, can cause this. Poor digestion allows toxins to accumulate in the body, and problems with the colon allow the toxins to reach the joints.

Types of Arthritis :

Osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease in which the cartilage that covers the ends of bones in the joint deteriorates, causing pain and loss of movement as bone begins to rub against bone. It is the most prevalent form of arthritis.

Rheumatoid arthritis, is a chronic disease characterized by inflamed joints leading to swelling, pain, stiffness, and the possible loss of function. It occurs when the body's immune system attacks tissues (groups of cells) that make up joints. This destroys the joint's protective cartilage (the firm, rubbery tissue that cushions bones at the joints). The cartilage in those with rheumatoid arthritis breaks down and wears away. As a result, the bones rub together, causing the pain, swelling, and stiffness associated with this condition.

Gout, which affects mostly men. It is usually the result of a defect in body chemistry. This painful condition most often attacks small joints, especially the big toe. Fortunately, gout almost always can be completely controlled with medication and changes in diet.

Ankylosing spondylitis, a type of arthritis that affects the spine. As a result of inflammation, the bones of the spine grow together. 
Juvenile arthritis, a general term for all types of arthritis that occur in children. Children may develop juvenile rheumatoid arthritis or childhood forms of lupus, ankylosing spondylitis or other types of arthritis.

Systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus), a serious disorder that can inflame and damage joints and other connective tissues throughout the body.

Scleroderma, a disease of the body’s connective tissue that causes a thickening and hardening of the skin.

Fibromyalgia, in which widespread pain affects the muscles and attachments to the bone. It affects mostly women.

Symptoms :
1. Fever, Stress.
2. Immense pain & stiffness in affected muscles in case of chronic muscular rheumatism.
3. Pain or tenderness in a joint which is aggravated by any movement or activity, such as walking, getting up from a chair, writing, typing, holding an object, throwing a ball, turning a key.
4. Excruciating pain and stiffness in the joints in case of chronic articular rheumatism.

Diet :
There are reports of people with RA who experienced an improvement in their symptoms when they switched from a typical Western diet (high in animal protein and simple sugars) to a vegan diet with lots of uncooked berries, fruits, vegetables, nuts, roots, seeds, and sprouts. Vegan diets contain no animal products and obtain protein from vegetable sources.

Ayurveda attempts to remove, we need the ama from the joint and bring it back to the colon, and then to eliminate it. To do this to keep the colon clean. It is best to determine the type of arthritis and manage it for the remedies recommended for the specific type.

The raw potato juice therapy is considered one of the most successful biological treatments for rheumatic and arthritic conditions. It has been used in folk medicine for centuries. The old method of preparing potato juice was to cut the potato into thin slices, without peeling the skin, and place them overnight in a large glass filled with cold water. The water should be drunk in the morning on an empty stomach. Fresh juice can also be extracted from potatoes and drunk diluted with water on 50:50 basis, first thing in the morning.

Black gingerly seeds, soaked overnight in water, have been found to be effective in preventing frequent joint pains. The water in which the seeds are should also be taken along with the seeds the first thing in the morning. Drinking water kept overnight in a copper container also serves the same purpose.

In severe cases, it will be advisable to put the patient on raw vegetable juice therapy for about a week.

Yoga :
This ancient Indian practice is well known for its physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual benefits and is often recommended in the West to relieve musculoskeletal symptoms. Certain yoga "asanas" (postures) strengthen the quadriceps and emphasize stretching. People with arthritis should begin asanas slowly and they should be performed only after a warm up. It helps lessen pain, increases range of movement, reduces fatigue and helps you feel better overall. Yoga is best performed under the careful guidance of a reputable instructor.

Do’s and Don’t according to Ayurveda

• Always use hot water to bath and drink
• Avoid curd , milk , fish , urad dal and food stuffs which causing constipation.
• Use garlic in the morning before meals
• Avoid cold food stuffs and cool weather.
• Don’t control natural urges
• Make your bowel habits regular.