Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative type of arthritis characterized by swelling, pain and stiffness of weight bearing joints such as the hips, knees, feet, and spine.  This condition is usually age related and is due to loss of protein in the joint cartilage, which gradually starts wearing down, leading to a complete degeneration of the joint cartilage.  Most people with osteoarthritis suffer from the primary type of this condition which has no known cause and is age related.  Secondary osteoarthritis usually results from obesity, repeated trauma or surgery to the joints, and other diseases like diabetes and gout.  Osteoarthritis is a chronic condition and the modern management of this condition usually consists of giving pain killers and anti-inflammatory medications, along with graded physiotherapy.

The Ayurvedic herbal treatment for osteoarthritis consists of giving symptomatic treatment for the pain, swelling, and stiffness in the affected joints.  Most of the Ayurvedic herbal medicines used for this purpose have an anti-inflammatory effect which reduces the pain and swelling gradually.  These medicines are safe for prolonged use and can therefore be effectively used in the treatment of osteoarthritis.  Local treatment can also be given in the form of herbal ointments, pastes, and medicated oils.  Local fomentation can also be utilised along with local application of different medicines.  Usually, these treatments provide immediate relief from the pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints.

In addition to the above treatment, Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also given to provide nourishment to the cartilage in the affected joints, so that further degeneration of the cartilage can be prevented and a healing treatment can be provided, so that the joint cartilage is strengthened and revitalized.  Treatment is usually required for four to six months in order to provide significant changes in the affected joints, after which a majority of people affected with severe osteoarthritis report a complete relief from symptoms, as well as better functioning joints.  A regular exercise of the affected joint also helps to maintain muscular tone and strength.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be judiciously utilised in the successful management and treatment of osteoarthritis.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com and http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com 

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Diabetes Complications

Diabetes mellitus is a medical condition which results in inadequately metabolized and excess glucose in the blood.  This excess glucose causes adverse effects on the entire body, especially on the heart, kidneys, eyes, nerves, extremities, the gastrointestinal system, and the brain.  Untreated diabetes mellitus can cause numerous complications in the different organs and body systems.  In addition to treatment of diabetes, a large number of individuals affected with diabetes also need separate treatment for the complications of diabetes.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines can be used very effectively to treat complications resulting from chronic diabetes.  The advantage and importance of using Ayurvedic herbal medicines in individuals affected with diabetes is that these medicines are safe for prolonged use, they treat most of the complications successfully, and they have an additional bonus of reducing blood sugar.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines can thus comprehensively treat diabetes mellitus.

Ayurvedic medicines stimulate the pancreas to start secreting adequate amounts of insulin in order to completely metabolize glucose in the blood, so that this glucose can be taken up by the cells of the body and utilised for their benefit.  Ayurvedic medicines also provide adequate blood supply to all the parts of the body so that nourishment in the form of glucose, oxygen, and other nutrients is provided regularly to the entire body.  This prevents degeneration and dysfunction of the various organs and systems in the body.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines also stimulate the important organs like the heart and kidneys as well as the gastrointestinal system to function at an optimum level, so that no dysfunction of the organs or systems is observed.  Regular treatment with Ayurvedic herbal medicines prevents deterioration of vision as well as a degeneration of the nerves.  Complications like neuropathy, intermittent diarrhea and constipation, heart attacks, and kidney failure which can be observed in chronic or untreated diabetes are thereby completely prevented with the regular use of Ayurvedic herbal medicines.

Several Ayurvedic medicines have been proved to conclusively reduce blood sugar levels in diabetic patients and the regular use of such medicines keeps diabetic patients well for prolonged periods.  Most such diabetic individuals can therefore enjoy drug-free holidays, provided they regularly monitor their blood sugar levels.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment is therefore very effective in providing treatment and improving the quality of life of diabetic patients, as well as preventing complications from diabetes.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Cor Pulmonale

Cor pulmonale is a medical condition characterized by breathlessness, fatigue, cough, chest pain, and occasionally hemoptysis.  This condition is normally caused by diseases of the respiratory system which cause inflammation within the respiratory tract and thereby block the pulmonary circulation due to which a back pressure is created on the right ventricle of the heart.  Cor pulmonale may also be caused by pulmonary hypertension, which may be either idiopathic or secondary.  Congestive cardiac failure caused by diseases of the left side of the heart is not considered within the medical entity of cor pulmonale.  The modern management of this condition consists of giving symptomatic treatment for cough and breathlessness and using diuretics to reduce overload on the heart.

The Ayurvedic herbal treatment of cor pulmonale consists of giving symptomatic treatment to reduce breathlessness and cough, as well as treating the cause of the medical condition.  Any known disease of the respiratory tract, such as chronic bronchitis, chronic asthmatic bronchitis, and interstitial lung disease are treated with appropriate herbal medicines to reduce the inflammation and congestion in the respiratory tract, so that the pathology in the respiratory tract can be reversed, and its adverse effects on the pulmonary circulation can be reduced or reversed completely.  This results in a reversal of the pathology of cor pulmonale, thereby reducing the load on the right ventricle.  Pulmonary hypertension, if present, needs to these treated separately with special Ayurvedic herbs which relax the pulmonary vessels and reduce the constant pressure on the heart and lungs.

 

Most patients affected with cor pulmonale need to take treatment for at least four to six months in order to get significant improvement or a complete cure from cor pulmonale, so that the patient is free from all related symptoms, and there is no recurrence of the condition.  It is important to adequately investigate the affected individual, so that concurrent diseases of the heart are treated with appropriate medicines.

 

A judicious use of Ayurvedic herbal medicines can thus successfully treat patients affected with cor pulmonale and either cures the patient, or reduces symptoms significantly as well as improves the quality of life of the patient.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia nervosa is a psychological medical condition which is seen mostly in female adolescents, and is characterized by gross weight loss, depression, irritability, lack of sleep, and an obsession with food.  This condition is seen more in athletes, models, dancers and actors.  This condition is diagnosed with the help of four basic criteria which include a refusal to maintain standard body weight, an intense fear of becoming fat, a distorted self image, and at least three missed periods in women.  The modern management of anorexia nervosa usually consists of counseling, psychotherapy, and treatment with antipsychotic drugs.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for anorexia nervosa basically consists of treating the psychological condition of the affected individual.  The main focus is to treat the distorted self perception of the patient, so that he or she can come to terms with his or her body.  Ayurvedic treatment also involves the treatment of the intense fear of gaining weight, which usually prevents affected individuals from consuming a normal diet.  Treatment is also given to treat the complications of anorexia nervosa such as severe weight loss, sleeplessness, dizziness, psychological upsets, missed periods etc.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines which increase confidence and bring about a feeling of well-being are usually used for people affected with anorexia nervosa.  These medicines also bring about a correction of hormonal disturbances and disturbances in the neurotransmitters of the brain, so that the affected individual is able to think logically and show a positive attitude for acceptance of a normal body image.  Distorted or delusional thinking, or extreme attitudes related to weight gain can be gradually corrected with the help of Ayurvedic herbal medicines.  Medicines are also given to improve appetite and to help the person put on weight.  Depression, irritability, sleeplessness, and the abnormal obsession for food also need to be treated with the appropriate therapy.

Individuals affected with anorexia nervosa need to be treated with Ayurvedic herbal medicines for about two to four months in order to significantly benefit from treatment.  Overall, most people with anorexia nervosa recover completely and start leading a normal life, thanks to Ayurvedic herbal treatment.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a medical condition affecting the wrist, in which repetitive moments of the fingers, usually occupational, such as uninterrupted typing, cause a swelling of the fibrous tissue in the wrist.  This swelling in turn exerts pressure on the median nerve, thereby causing numbness, tingling and pain in the thumb, index and middle fingers.  Other medical conditions can also cause the carpal tunnel syndrome such as obesity, pregnancy, arthritis, hyperthyroidism, diabetes and trauma.  A similar condition occurring in the foot is known as tarsal tunnel syndrome; however, this condition is less common.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is mainly an occupational hazard for individuals engaged in administrative work, who need to do a lot of typing on a daily basis.  This condition may also be seen commonly in patients affected with arthritis or who have undergone physical trauma.  The Ayurvedic herbal treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome involves giving symptomatic treatment for pain and swelling as well as for the numbness and burning sensation.  Treatment is also given to reduce the swelling in the fibrous tissue situated in the wrist.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines have a good anti- inflammatory action, which reduces pain, swelling, as well as other symptoms related to carpal tunnel syndrome.  This treatment can also be supported by local treatment in the form of local applications as well as fomentation.  Ayurvedic herbal ointments, pastes, and medicated oils are used as local therapy.  Local therapy also helps in quickly reducing pain and swelling related to the condition.

Most people affected with carpal tunnel syndrome need to take Ayurvedic herbal treatment for about 1 to 2 months in order to get complete relief from the condition.  People who present with an advanced condition also report symptoms of nerve damage.  Such patients may require longer treatment, typically lasting for about four to six months.  However, almost all patients affected with carpal tunnel syndrome recover completely with Ayurvedic herbal treatment.  It is equally important for the patient to reduce the cause of the condition, in order to get earlier relief and to prevent recurrence of the condition.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Blepharitis

Blepharitis is a medical condition in which the outer part of the eyelids gets inflamed and cause symptoms like redness and watering of eyes, burning sensation, swelling and itching of the eyelids, followed by crusting.  If allowed to continue, this condition may later on cause a loss of the eyelashes.  Obstruction, inflammation, and infection of the oil glands present in the eyelashes are believed to cause this condition, and this pathology usually occurs because of bacterial infection, dandruff, and obstruction of the oil glands in the eyelids.  The modern management of blepharitis usually consists of giving antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications; however, this condition is quite resistant to treatment.  Local antibiotic ointments can also be used in the eye and as well as on the eyelids.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment is very effective in the management and complete treatment of blepharitis.  This treatment is both safe as well as highly effective, and can completely prevent recurrence of this condition.  Most people affected with blepharitis who take conventional treatment usually complain of a lack of response to medicines, or a temporary improvement, followed by a recurrence of the condition.  All such people who have blepharitis can take advantage of Ayurvedic herbal treatments in order to completely cure this problem as well prevent a recurrence of the condition.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines which are used in the treatment of blepharitis reduce the inflammation and blockage in the eyelids and ensure proper secretion of oil from the oil glands.  Ayurvedic medicines also treat bacterial infection as well prevent a recurrence of infection.  These medicines remove the dead tissue from the eyelids as well as toxins resulting from the blockage and infection.  In addition, Ayurvedic herbal medicines also improve the local as well as the general immunity of the affected individual.  These mechanisms of action of Ayurvedic Herbal medicines treat the blepharitis completely and ensure that there is no recurrence of the condition.

Ayurvedic herbal medicines can thus be judiciously used in the treatment and cure of blepharitis.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com and http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Bursitis

A bursa is a small, fluid filled sac present near the joints and performs the function of lubricating and cushioning pressure points between the bones, tendons and muscles in the joints.  An overuse of joints, direct trauma or stressed out joints can cause bursitis, in which the affected individual experiences a dull ache or stiffness near joints with an increase of pain due to pressure or movement.  In most affected patients, the swollen or inflamed bursa can be seen, especially if present just below the skin; for example, bursitis just below the knee is usually caused because of excessive kneeling work, and the inflamed bursa can be seen as a swollen cyst just below the knee.  Infection, arthritis, or gout can also cause bursitis.

The Ayurvedic herbal treatment for bursitis consists of giving medicines which reduce the inflammation, pain and swelling in the bursa and give relief to the affected individual.  Most modern medicines which have an anti-inflammatory action are usually not very useful or successful in the treatment of chronic bursitis.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines have a more pronounced anti-inflammatory action which treats the inflamed bursa and facilitates the lubricating and cushioning function, which is markedly reduced in bursitis.

Local application of Ayurvedic herbal medicines can also be done in the form of herbal ointments, pastes, and medicated oils.  Local application also provides immediate relief from pain and stiffness of movement.  Soothing ointments need to be used where redness and inflammation can be seen in the bursa.  If there is no redness but there is pain and swelling in the bursa, then irritant and pain relieving ointments can be used which also reduce the swelling.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment needs to be given for about two to six weeks in order to bring about complete relief in people affected with bursitis.  In order to prevent recurrence, the affected individual needs to be given proper advice to make lifestyle changes so as to prevent recurrence of the condition.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com