Ayurvedic Treatment for Osteoarthritis in Kerala, India
Osteoarthritis is a very common condition which can affect any joint in the body. It’s most likely to affect the joints that bear most of our weight, such as the knees and feet. Joints that we use a lot in everyday life, such as the joints of the hand, are also commonly affected. In a healthy joint, a coating of tough but smooth and slippery tissue, called cartilage, covers the surface of the bones and helps the bones to move freely against each other. When a joint develops osteoarthritis, part of the cartilage thins and the surface becomes rougher. This means the joint doesn’t move as smoothly as it should.
Causes of Osteoarthritis
Though the exact causes of osteoarthritis are not known, factors that can increase your risk of osteoarthritis include:
Older age: The risk of osteoarthritis increases with age.
Sex: Women are more likely to develop osteoarthritis, though it isn’t clear why.
Obesity: Carrying extra body weight contributes to osteoarthritis in several ways, and the more you weigh, the greater your risk. Increased weight adds stress to weight-bearing joints, such as your hips and knees. Also, fat tissue produces proteins that can cause harmful inflammation in and around your joints.
Joint injuries: Injuries, such as those that occur when playing sports or from an accident, can increase the risk of osteoarthritis. Even injuries that occurred many years ago and seemingly healed can increase your risk of osteoarthritis.
Repeated stress on the joint: If your job or a sport you play places repetitive stress on a joint, that joint might eventually develop osteoarthritis.
Genetics: Some people inherit a tendency to develop osteoarthritis.
Bone deformities: Some people are born with malformed joints or defective cartilage.
Certain metabolic diseases: These include diabetes and a condition in which your body has too much iron
Symptoms of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis symptoms develop gradually and deteriorate over time. Signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis include:
The Ayurvedic Explanation
According to ayurveda, vata is the governing factor in the maintenance of equilibrium in the universe as well as in the body. Aggravation of vata in the bones & bone-marrow dry joints and gives rise to cracking of bones & joints, piercing pain in the joints diminution of muscle tissue & strength, causing weakness and pain. As age advances, the influence of vata dosha progresses, resulting in the process of gradual degeneration of the body. Osteoarthritis is one of the consequences of this process, which is common in elderly people. This is one of the major causes of chronic disability, affecting the quality of life. Prevalence of osteoarthritis in India is more among menopausal women.
Ayurveda Treatment for Osteoarthritis
Treatments are recommended according to the symptoms and as per the requirements. The common Ayurveda treatment for osteoarthritis are:
Virechana
Virechana cleanses the body and helps to open different channels and this help in better absorption of medicaments. Virechana also helps in maintaining or restoring the optimum equilibrium in Tridosha.
Abhyanga
Vata vitiation causes dryness of joints which initiate degeneration of tissues. Oil application prevents the same. Massage stimulates blood circulation and assists the lymphatic system, improving the elimination of waste throughout the body. Absorption through the skin can be enhanced by suspending the drug in an oily vehicle and rubbing it on the skin. Thus, the medicaments used as massage are absorbed through the skin.
Swedana
Swedana will help to open the pores in the body and helps to eliminate waste materials and increases absorption. This therapy also helps to reduce stiffness and increase range of movements.
Upanaha
Upanaha is the application of medicinal pastes over the affected area and covers the area with some particular leaves which reduce inflammation and stiffness.
Vasthi
This is considered as the best treatment for vata diseases. rectal and colon regions are rich in capillary blood vessels which enhances quick absorption of the medicine.
Jalookavacharanam
Leech application will improve local circulation thus accelerate tissue repair.
Diet Practices
Here are a few diet alterations to manage neck pain:
Ayurvedic treatment for osteoarthritis involves the pacification of the aggravated vata. At Krishnendu Ayurveda, we have a very systematic approach in treating osteoarthritis; we plan a customized treatment for each individual which is specific to their symptoms.
“The Procedure like Shashtika shali pinda Sweda, Matra Basti, Shiro Basti, Sarvanga Abhyanga helps in nerve strengthening and increases blood circulation of the affected part, that helps to fasten and progress the movements”.
06.30 – 07.30 am Advanced Yoga at Yoga Hall
08.00 – 09.00am Breakfast @ Ootupura Ayurveda Cafe
09.30 – 12.30 pm Scheduled treatments / Consultation / Time to bond with yourself
12.30 – 01.30pm Lunch @ Ootupura Ayurveda Cafe
02.00 – 05.00 pm Scheduled treatments / Rest / Time to bond with yourself
05.00 – 06.00 pm Talk on Ayurveda or Private yoga/Meditation session (on extra cost)
06.00 -06.30 pm Enjoy a Stroll in Our Herbal Garden
06.30 -07.45 pm Dinner @ Oottupura Ayurveda Cafe
09.00 pm Time to retire for the day
Osteoarthritis is a very common condition which can affect any joint in the body. It’s most likely to affect the joints that bear most of our weight, such as the knees and feet. Joints that we use a lot in everyday life, such as the joints of the hand, are also commonly affected. In a healthy joint, a coating of tough but smooth and slippery tissue, called cartilage, covers the surface of the bones and helps the bones to move freely against each other. When a joint develops osteoarthritis, part of the cartilage thins and the surface becomes rougher. This means the joint doesn’t move as smoothly as it should.
Established by M.C. Kunjuraman Vaidyan, and later on taken to new heights by Vaidya Kala Nidhi R. Krishnan Vaidyan, Krishnendu Ayurveda in Kerala dates back to 1908. This temple of wellness has been in existence for more than a decade. The architecture and décor of Krishnendu Ayurveda Kerala are modelled on the natural topography of Kerala with the visual elements kept as close to the things the culture of Kerala stands for.
Krishnendu Ayurveda is heavily invested in environment-friendly practices of recycling and upcycling. It carefully segregates the waste it generates - converting food waste into biogas, which in turn, is utilized for the production of Ayurvedic medicines. The wastewater is used for irrigating the garden after it undergoes a series of treatments. Their commitment towards sustainability can be witnessed in the nutritious meals they offer while trying to manage their carbon footprint.
Krishnendu Ayurveda aims to create a healthier, sustainable and equitable world for the generations to come as they believe that a healthy life is possible only on a healthy planet. All the treatments and healing modalities at Krishnendu Ayurveda are based on the time tested practice of Ayurveda, applied in its purest approach, without mixing with any contemporary technique. The green leaf certified centre offers a bundle of treatment packages designed specifically to manage a particular illness. The centre also offers a yoga and meditation package designed in line with their holistic traditional health approach.
At Krishnendu Ayurveda, we provide two exclusive facilities in our campus for you're comfort and convenience.
1.Traditional Ayurveda hospital which is ideal for an economical stay and treatment.
2. Premium Pool side Suites where you get more relaxed ambiance, comfortable stay, value-added services, free offers and amenities.
If you prefer an economical stay and treatment,you can choose a room in our Ayurveda hospital wherein you TEMPhas a choice of three categories of rooms.
Premium Pools side Suites where you get more relaxed ambiance, comfortable stay, value added services, free offers and amenities.
Junior Suite A.C
You can choose a Junior suite A.C where you get more relaxed ambiance, comfortable stay and amenities like LCD T.V, fridge, kitchenette, bath towels, coffee/tea sachet wif making facility and Swimming pool access.
Suite A.C –
You can choose a Suite A.C where you get more spacious room, premium amenities wif an additional A.C room for sitting and dining area.
Suite wif private treatment room –
You can choose a Suite A.C wif private treatment room where you get more spacious room, premium amenities wif an additional A.C room for sitting and dining area.
At Krishnendu Ayurveda, we provide two exclusive facilities in our campus for you're comfort and convenience.
1.Traditional Ayurveda hospital which is ideal for an economical stay and treatment.
2. Premium Pool side Suites where you get more relaxed ambiance, comfortable stay, value-added services, free offers and amenities.
If you prefer an economical stay and treatment,you can choose a room in our Ayurveda hospital wherein you TEMPhas a choice of three categories of rooms.
Premium Pools side Suites where you get more relaxed ambiance, comfortable stay, value added services, free offers and amenities.
Junior Suite A.C
You can choose a Junior suite A.C where you get more relaxed ambiance, comfortable stay and amenities like LCD T.V, fridge, kitchenette, bath towels, coffee/tea sachet wif making facility and Swimming pool access.
Suite A.C –
You can choose a Suite A.C where you get more spacious room, premium amenities wif an additional A.C room for sitting and dining area.
Suite wif private treatment room –
You can choose a Suite A.C wif private treatment room where you get more spacious room, premium amenities wif an additional A.C room for sitting and dining area.
By Plane
Cochin International Airport (COK) would be the closest most convenient airport. The Krishnendu Ayurveda Kerala is a 177 km drive from the airport.
By Train
Ernakulam (ERS), would be the train station to book your ticket if you are arriving by train. The Krishnendu Ayurveda Kerala is a 93 km drive from the train station.
By Road
Krishnendu Ayurveda Kerala is near Chingoli, Kerala.
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