Pain Management of Arthritis - The Ayurvedic Way!

Ayurveda is the traditional Hindu form of medicine. It states that arthritis is caused due to an accumulation of toxins and aggravated Vata (dosha type) paired with weak Agni (digestive fire). Since Vata is the main dosha for arthritis, most ayurvedic treatments for arthritis call for Vata-pacifying remedies. The main protocol for healing arthritis is to dislodge the ama (toxins) from the joint and bring it back into the colon that can be eliminated with various herbs, remedies and cleansing treatments. Performing certain yoga exercises with ayurvedic treatment has great benefits.

Abhyanga Massage is one of the most effective treatments for prevention of degenerative arthritis. Massage, when done with warm oil, helps increase blood circulation in the joints thus offering immediate relief from pain while also offering long-term benefits. You can use a cup of organic sesame oil and cover the whole body from scalp to toes. Vigorous long strokes should be applied on larger areas such as thighs and forearms while round and circular motion should be applied by rubbing the oil into tissues with the intention to dislodge ama. It is better to have a trained Ayurvedic therapist for performing Abhyanga Massage to receive effective results.

Ayurveda has various detoxification diets that cleanse the body of harmful toxins thus providing relief to joint pains. Water fasting is prescribed at times to eliminate Ama. There is another detoxification diet comprising only vegetables, juices, spices and herbs that are all organic. These treatment diets last until the body shows certain signs such as an increase in appetite, loss of fuzzy white coating on tongue and a light feeling within the body. These are all natural methods including natural edible items found in nature thus making the process absolutely free of side-effects or potential harm in the long run. Consider choosing the diet that works for you based on your stamina, body strength, season, location and overall health.

Turmeric is often referred to as the Golden Goddess of herbs for a reason. It has a very high place in Ayurveda because it treats inflammation and rheumatoid arthritis very effectively. Furthermore, turmeric prevents bone loss in joints. Turmeric root prevents the onset of rheumatoid arthritis.