Psoriatic Arthritis
Psoriatic Arthritis from the point of view of Ayurveda
Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition, which causes inflammation of the joints. Psoriatic arthritis appears as patches of raised, reddish skin covered by silvery-white scale. Plaque psoriasis is the most common type of psoriasis . The patches can occur anywhere on the body, but most frequently form on the elbows, knees, lower back, and scalp. Regardless of type, psoriasis usually causes discomfort. The skin often itches, and it may crack and bleed. In severe cases, the itching and discomfort may keep a person awake at night, and the pain can make everyday tasks difficult. Psoriasis is a chronic, lifelong condition that causes deterioration, pain, and stiffness in the joints.
Symptoms of psoriatic arthritis are:
red, inflamed skin
pain and swelling in the joints that is worse in the morning
stiffness lessens with activity
nails may have ridges or a yellowish-orange discoloration.
How Ayurvedic doctors treat Psoriatic Arthritis
Ayurvedic treatment depends on the severity and type of psoriasis.
Accordingto Ayurveda, Psoriasis can be considered as the vitiation of Vata, Kapha and Pittha. Accumulation of low potency poisons, are the basic pathological changes taking place in the system. In other words, too many toxins accumulate in the body.
Ayurveda considers condition where skin and joints both are affected – it is know as
Dhatugat Kushtha. Kushtha is – skin disease appear in different tissue level. When Kushtha appears in the Asthi (Bones)- this leads to the condition of- Psoriatic Arthritis.
There are certain combinations of Ayurvedic treatment for Psoriasis.
First and foremost Ayurvedic treatment starts with detoxification therapies, using “Panchakarma” therapies , it aims elimination of toxins from the body fluids.
Ayurveda detoxifying therapies inducing vomiting (Vamana) and purgation (Virechana) are important, treatment could be followed by medicated buttermilk dripping overhead (Dhara) and pasting the entire body with a paste of medicines and mud. Basti (medicated enemas) are usually being done repeatedly. Internal medicines like Ayurvedic herbal concoctions has beneficial aspect in treating Psoriasis. Ayurvedic internal medication as Panchatikta Ghrita guggulu and Maha Tikta Ghritam, plays a key role in the treatment of the psoriatic arthritis.
Before any suggestions- you need to have a consultation with Ayurvedic doctor about your treatment plan. Treatment all depends on your condition and is fixed by the Ayurveda doctor .
NOTE: Ayurvedic treatment means as well changing the lifestyle, strict diet regime has to be followed during the entire treatment period and after.
Also psoriatic pacient must keep a state of mental calmness.
More tips for prevention and Ayurvedic treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis:
Yogurt, black gram, chilies and salted thing have to be restricted,
avoid refrigerated/chilled foods
avoid stress,
Curcumin, which is an ingredient in turmeric, appears to have anti-inflammatory properties
warm bath with Epsom salts may help reduce joint pain and inflammation,
quitting or avoiding smoking,
Tea tree oil has anti-inflammatory properties,
oatmeal, as a paste can help soothe irritated skin
moisturize their skin
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