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Ayurvedic Treatments for Arthritis & Joint Pain

Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are two forms of arthritis that are experienced by a lot of people. This may limit the patient’s body movement and even cause them disabilities. There are many types of arthritis that millions of people have bones to pick up with. One of them is osteoarthritis which happens due to worn out cartilages. It happens more commonly on the knees, hips, spine, and hands. On the other hand, rheumatoid arthritis attacks not just your joints but the eyes, heart, lungs, blood vessels, and skin too. It can deform the joints and deteriorate bones as the immune system attacks the body tissues which affects the lining of the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis can cause swelling on the affected area and can lead to physical disabilities if not treated. Both conditions are more likely to occur as people age and can be passed through the genes, although women have higher risks of developing rheumatoid arthritis. Moreover, obesity also contributes in getting both conditions as excess body weight will add more stress to the joints. Smoking can worsen rheumatoid arthritis as well.
Osteoarthritis symptoms
  • There is pain in the
  • joints during and after movement
  • Joints might not be as flexible as before
  • The affected joint feels tender when touched
  • Joint becomes stiff after inactivity
  • Hard lumps are formed around the affected joint
  • Swelling on the affected area
Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms
  • Joint becomes stiff after inactivity
  • Swelling on the affected area
  • Patient may experience fatigue and loss of appetite
How can Ayurveda treat osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis ?
Ayurveda has treatments that can get back pain, specially sciatica, off your back. Here are a few:
Dhanyamla Dhara
This treatment uses liquid from fermented cereals and herbal medicines to pour on the affected area of the body. It prevents joint degeneration, strengthens muscle tissues and reduces swelling caused by arthritis.
Manal Kizhi
This treatment uses a cloth bundle filled with hot sand to apply heat to the affected area of the body. It reduces inflammations of joints, i.e. fingers, wrist, and ankles.
Elakizhi
Boluses full of medicinal herbs and oil are used to massage the body to treat tissue inflammation, back pain, and arthritis.
Lepam
This treatment can reduce pain and inflammation due to arthritis too.
Pizhichil
With oil, heat, and massage, this treatment improves muscle development and blood circulation, and provides remedy for arthritis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Prolonged sitting can worsen the pain of sciatica as it puts pressure on lower back, glute muscles, and sciatic nerve.

Apply hot therapy on your back to regulate blood flow and speed up healing.

  • Valerian root is an herb known for healing spasms and muscle cramps
  • Ginseng is a potent antioxidant that can reduce inflammation