Posted on December 13, 2007 in Latest News
Arthritis is one of the most common ailment for which Ayurvedic help is being sought these days.
According to Ayurveda mostly pains are caused by the aggravation of vata (air) dosha. Arthritis is a condition which is caused by accumulation of ama and aggravation of vata. (Ama is a toxic by-product of improper digestion.) This ama circulates in the whole body and deposits or gets collected at the sites which are weaker. When it deposits in the joints and at the same time there is aggravation of vata, it results in a disease called amavata. This amavata is arthritis.
Remedies
Ayurveda recommends general techniques for increasing the intensity of the digestive fire (agni) in order to burn up the toxins that are harming the body.
Use of selected foods and herbs – Hot, spicy foods and herbs, including galangal and cayenne are frequently used.
Detoxification diet – A three- to five-day detoxification diet is often prescribed. Vegetables, juices, spices and herbs are taken during the fast, which lasts until the body shows signs that the digestive fire is burning strong. These signs include a return of the appetite, a feeling of lightness and a clear coating to the tongue.
Use of Enemas/ Cleaning - Colon Enemas and other means of cleaning the colon are often used to help detoxify the body.
Use of herbal, medicinal or essential oils - Various oils may be applied to the skin in order to help the body clear toxins, relieve pain and restore mobility.
Heat Therapy – The patient may be asked to sit in a sauna, or may have steam applied directly to the afflicted areas.
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