How Ayurveda Helps in Controlling Degenerative Arthritis

The Ayurvedic approach to Arthritis defines the condition based on the aggravation of the Vata Dosha. It could involve inflammation of one or more of your body joints and can cause severe pain.

Thus, as per Ayurveda, controlling arthritis involves the procedure of stabilizing the Vata Dosha in the body and the main aim of such Ayurvedic treatment is to strengthen the metabolic pathway and the alimentary canal which ensures the circulatory channels for lubricating the cartilages are not blocked and proper nourishment is delivered to the joints.

Ayurvedic Tips for Controlling Arthritis:

Keep Yourself Hydrated:

Begin your day with drinking lukewarm water mixed with lemon juice, rich in antioxidant properties and keep yourself hydrated throughout the day. About 70% of cartilages is formed out of water and thus it is necessary to drink clean water in abundance the essentially keeps your joints lubricated.

Fenugreek Seeds:

For correction of the Vata Dosha, Fenugreek is an excellent natural inhibitor of ama and serves as a natural remedy for degenerative arthritis. Slightly bitter in taste, consuming fenugreek seeds by mixing them adequately in your food is an effective remedy while application of grinded Fenugreek seeds properly mixed with warm mustard oil over the affected joints can bring warmth and comfort to your aching joints.

Warm Massage Using Herbal Oils:

Warm Castor oil or sesame seed oil are effective herbal oils, really helpful during winter season, for massaging your affected joints prompting a quick relief into the aching parts. However, one should massage the joints lightly and should not apply pressure during the massage.

Rising Early and Going To Bed Early:

As per Ayurveda, disrupting the natural sleep cycle aggravates all the Doshas that result in anxiety, stress or fear. So take control of your life and maintain a good habit sleeping early and sleeping adequately that provides the much-required rest to your body while improving your health conditions.

A completely natural science, Ayurveda is known for its miraculous results with zero side effects. Such general tips with remedies that can be followed at home can prove really useful for people facing severe joint pain and many other diseases. Consult with a Jiva Ayurveda doctor today to know more how Ayurveda help you.