Knee pain
Knee pain from the point of view of Ayurveda
Unbearable pain in joints, tenderness, stiffness or locking can be the signs of knee pain. Knee pain is more common. And it’s not just the aged class complaining. Even young adults come up with an aching knee joint. The most common causes are sprained ligaments, torn meniscus and tendinitis. Simple reasons like a twist, a misstep or strain from some physical activity . But it can also be due to due to injuries or conditions affecting any part of knee joint including bones, ligaments, cartilage . It can be localized or involve the whole knee joint. Causes of knee joint pain are - lack of physical activity or overuse of joint, obesity, inflammation of tendons and bursitis, age related conditions, result of trauma, strains, sprains, meniscus also pain can couse more seriouse problems – like bone tumors, arthritis. Knee problems may start suddenly or pain may also begin as a mild discomfort and may slowly get worse. According to Ayurveda problem with joints are caused due to the accumulation of Ama (toxins). With this prolonged aggregation of toxins, the joints are inflamed and lose strength overtime. Janu sandhi shoola’ is the Ayurvedic term for knee joint pain and it appears in many diseases due to the aggravation of Vata dosha. Ayurvedic treatment for knee pain can be focused on two types of problems: 1. weak joints and bones - this happens when you have weak and poorly nourished joints 2. toxins - prolonged accumulation of toxins (Ama) results in swollen and painful joints
How Ayurvedic doctors treat Knee pain
As the major factor is vitiation of Vata dosha, the treatment is a general line of treatment of Vatavyadhi or diseases due to Vata dosha.
Januvasti – it is an Ayurvedic warm oil treatment that offers relief from joint pain – Januvasti begins with circling the knee region with flour dough, oil is poured slowly till it fills right below the rim of the circle and kept for a certain duration of time.
Ayurvedic recommended natural medicine for knee pain – a herbal formulation that can be used for acute and chronic knee pain. A daily massage to the painful knee and get rid of the Vata Dosha.
Ayurvedic medication particularly reduce inflammatory swelling in arthralgic joints and help in muscle relaxation : – Pirant oil for massage or tablet has the best benefits for knee pain , Naag Kesar – joint and knee pain are caused mainly by Vata imbalance in the body. Applying Nagkesar or its oil helps to reduce joint pain by balancing Vata.
Dashmool – means a combination of 10 herbs – this herbal combination is particularly effective in inflammatory conditions in the body or Vata Rog.
Turmeric tablets ( Curcumin that offers anti-inflammatory benefits for joints and knee pain), Ajwain – has anti-inflammatory and anesthetic properties for arthritis pain, also Guggul,Ashwagandha , Kutaja- ayurvedic herb offers amazing properties for pain relief. Always advised to consult Ayurvedic practitioner to analyze the depth of the injury or knee condition. Based on your previous pain history and other health conditions, Ayurveda doctor will prescribe you the best treatment available.
More tips for prevention and Ayurvedic treatment of Knee pain:
Ginger offers antiseptic properties that help reduce joint pain
Eucalyptus Oil – helps in reducing the swelling of the knees
Application of ice to reduce swelling
A heating pad can help relieve pain while resting your knee.
Cold treatment can help reduce inflammation
Give proper rest to joints after physical works
Proper sleep and healthy diet should be followed
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