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Rheumatism
Rheumatism characterised
by intense pain and inflammation of the muscles, ligaments,
tendons and / or the joints, it is termed 'Amavata'
in Ayurveda. Divided into chronic muscular
rheumatism (affecting muscles) and chronic articular
rheumatism (affecting joints), if neglected, it may even
affect the heart.
Symptoms
Root
Causes
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Accumulation in the joints of toxins (ama),
formed due to improper digestion, metabolism or
excretion.
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Infections from teeth, tonsils and gall bladder.
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Aggravated by exposure to cold weather.
Vata
type:
Most common type. Severe, throbbing and cutting pain that is
variable and migrating. This becomes worse in cold weather
or when cold water comes in contact with the affected
joints.
Other
symptoms include dry or scaly skin, stiff or cracking
joints, bone deformities, gas, abdominal distension, low
back pain, nervousness, fear, anxiety and insomnia.
The
pain is relieved by heat. Constipation is usually a symptom.
Body types will usually be thin. Best to live in a tropical
climate and follow a Vata diet.
Pitta
type:
Second common. There will be a burning sensation with
redness and inflammation which becomes worse in hot weather
or from hot water. Diarrhea, loose stool, anger, sweating,
fever, irritability are usually present. With Pitta type it
is recommended to use bitter herbs and follow a
Pitta diet.
Kapha
type:
Least common. There will be itching, swelling or loss of
movement and edema without inflammation around the joints.
It becomes worse in cold, damp or wet weather. Other
symptoms may be heaviness, aches, oily skin, congestion or
mucus in the stool. Pain is relieved by heat or hot-dry
weather. Best to live in a hot-dry climate and follow a
Kapha diet.
Few common allied diseases of Rheumatism :
Gout:
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This is painful metabolic disease
characterized by recurrent attack of acute pain and swelling
at first affecting only one joint, usually the
metatarso-phalangeal joint of the big toe, later becoming
polyarticular (Gradually other joints are involved and the
patient experience difficulty in walking, taking and even
moving)., inflammation and chalky deposits in the joints due
to disturbance of the purine metabolism in the body.
In Ayurveda this is known as Vatarakta.
Join & Muscle
Pain:
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According to Ayurveda mostly Joint & Muscle pains are caused
by the aggravation of vata (air) dosha. It 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 that all results of
Joint Pains.
Arthritis:
Arthritis isn’t just 1 disease; it’s a complex disorder
that comprises more than 100 distinct conditions and can
affect people at any stage of life. Two of the most common
forms are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
These 2 forms have very
different causes, risk factors, and effects on the body, yet
they often share a common symptom—persistent joint pain. The
joint pain of arthritis can appear as hip pain, knee pain,
hand pain, or wrist pain, as well as joint pain in other
areas of the body. If you have joint pain, stiffness and/or
swelling for more than 2 weeks.
Osteoarthritis:
Osteoarthritis is a
condition in which low-grade inflammation results in pain in
the joints, caused by wearing of the cartilage that covers
and acts as a cushion inside joints. As the bone surfaces
become less well protected by cartilage, the patient
experiences pain upon weight bearing, including walking and
standing. Due to decreased movement because of the pain,
regional muscles may atrophy and ligaments may become more
lax.
Rheumatoid Artharitis:
Rheumatoid
arthritis is a chronic disease, mainly characterized by
inflammation of the lining, or synovium of the joints. It
can lead to long-term joint damage, resulting in chronic
pain, loss of function and disability.
Rheumatoid
arthritis (RA) progresses in three stages. The first stage
is the swelling of the synovial lining, causing pain,
warmth, stiffness, redness and swelling around the joint.
Second is the rapid division and growth of cells, or pannus,
which causes the synovium to thicken. In the third stage,
the inflamed cells release enzymes that may digest bone and
cartilage, often causing the involved joint to lose its
shape and alignment, more pain, and loss of movement.
Herbs which is useful :
Guggulu
(Commiphora mukul gum) :
 It is the most effect herb used in the Ayurvedic treatment
of Rheumatism. Guggulu has strong rejuvenating, purifying,
medicinal and healing qualities. Guggulu is perhaps used
more than any other herb in Ayurveda. Vata (under-weight)
and Kapha (obese) types benefit the most from this herb.
Guggulu increases the white blood cell count, dis-infects
secretions in the body. Guggulu has been used extensively
for similar health disorders such as arthritis, gout and
lumbago.
Lohsun
/ Garlic (Allium sativum) :
 Garlic has been
demonstrated as effective for high blood pressure, high
blood cholesterol and as an anti-infection agent. It
has more recently been found to be effective against
rheumatoid arthritis. It may used singularly or in
combination with the usual medications.
Rasna
(Vanda
roxburghii
):
 The
root of the plant is found Effective in inflammations,
rheumatic disorders, osteoarthritis and allied disorders. It
has been used for indigestion also.
The decoction of the plant has been used traditionally in
arthritis. The leaves are aperients and used as a laxative,
analgesic and antipyretic.
 Ashwagandha
(Withania
somnifera):
Ashwagandha is one of the most reputed drugs in Ayurvedic
Pharmacopoeia for its tissue building properties.
The
root of the plant is found Effective in
rheumatic disorders, osteoarthritis and allied disorders.
Ashwagandha is considered a premiere anti-aging herb due to
its rejuvenation and longevity enhancers. Its
anti-inflammatory and pain reducing properties help with
arthritis.
Diet :
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Avoid curd & all sour items pulses (except
moong dal), rice, meat, fish, white bread, sugar,
refined cereals, fried foods, tea or coffee.
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Have potato & lemon juice
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Celery seeds, bitter gourd are highly beneficial.
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