Long term use of steroids, excessive intake of alcohol,
chronic blood disorders and autoimmune diseases cause a drastic and sudden
reduction in the blood supply to the head of the hip joint. This causes a
complete disorganization of the bone structure, ultimately leading to a
collapse of the head of the bone; this condition is known as avascular necrosis
(AVN) of the hip. Other joints too can be affected, though the hip joint is
usually more commonly affected. Modern treatment involves the use of medicines
to help reduce bone absorption, surgery to reduce bone stress, or hip joint
replacement. Overall, modern treatment options are unsatisfactory and not cost
effective.
Mundewadi Ayurvedic Clinic has been singularly successful in
effectively treating patients even with advanced AVN. The treatment consists of
herbal medicines to be taken for eight months, along with some simple
Panchkarma procedures which can be done at home. Most patients report a
complete remission in symptoms like pain, stiffness and rigidity within 2-4
months of commencing treatment. After completion of treatment, individuals can
lead a normal life without symptoms provided they abstain from high impact
activities. Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus provide satisfactory management
of a refractory condition like AVN, which is now being increasingly observed in
young individuals.
The
author, Dr A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com and http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com
