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Severe Body Pain and Stiffness Symptoms
Orthopedic Disorders
Consultation #36818
262 days ago
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Severe Body Pain and Stiffness Symptoms - #36818

Tiffany
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I have every symptom of fibromyalgia except Migraines. My body is in so much pain. Stiffness in the morning, hands that don’t work, excruciating lower back pain. If I bump a bone it’s agony (when it shouldn’t be) and the searing pain lasts for ages. Once I get moving I’m ok. If I sit down to watch a movie I am stiff again and can’t move properly. My hands pulsate pain constantly. Ankles are so sore it makes walking difficult.

Age: 60
Chronic illnesses: Undisguised
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Dr. M.Sushma
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
262 days ago
5

Start on MAHARASNADI GUGGULU 1-0-1 Ashwagandha capsule 1-0-1 Dashamoola aristha 20-0-20 ml with warm water Mahanarayana taila- gentle massage to be done

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Dr. Prasad Pentakota
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
261 days ago
5

ACC to ayurveda fibromyalgia is due to imbalance of vata dosha Start on Ashwagandha capsule 1-0-1 Maharasnadi guggulu 1-0-1 Dashamoola kwatha-1 tsp in 400 ml water boil until it remains 100 ml filter and drink twice daily on empty stomach and 1 hr b4 dinner Saraswathi aristha 4-0-4 tsp with warm water Ksheerabala taila- massage to be done If possible opt for panchakarma procedure at nearby panchakarma centres

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Dr. Ravi Chandra Rushi
Master of Surgery in Ayurveda
260 days ago
5

Don’t worry take brihath vata chintamani ras 1tab,maha yoga Raja Guggulu with Gold 1tab,rasna spathaka kada 20ml bd, dhanwantari tail external application, swadista virechana churnam 1tsp with lukewarm water

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Dr. Anjali Sehrawat
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
261 days ago
5

1.Simhanada guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Rasna saptak kwath 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 3.Punarnava mandur 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 4.Ashwagandha churna 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk after meals 5.Bla taila + Dhanvantaram oil- massage with warm oil twice daily followed by a hot water bath

Supportive Therapies - Panchakarma (if feasible): Basti (medicated enema) and Abhyanga (oil massage) are especially effective. - Diet: Favor warm, cooked, nourishing foods with ghee, cumin, ginger, and turmeric. Avoid cold, raw, or processed foods. - Sleep & Routine: Early bedtime, regular meals, and gentle movement. - Yoga & Pranayama: Vajrasana, Pawanmuktasana, Shavasana, and Anulom Vilom help circulation and nerve tone.

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Dr. Surya Bhagwati
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
261 days ago
5

Hello Tiffany Start with Laxadi guggul 1-0-1 Sihnad guggul 1-0-1 Mahavatvidhvansh vati 1-0-1 Maharasnadi ghanvati 1-0-1 All above after food with water Gokshuradi guggul 2-0-0 after breakfast with water Massage with kshirbala+ dhanvantrum oil on whole body and take warm water bath Avoid sour fermented foods. Do pranayam lom -vilom kapalbhatti bhastrika daily for 5-10mins twice Do stretching exercises slowly increase.

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Dr. Manjula
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
260 days ago
5

Given the symptoms you describe, it sounds like a complex condition that requires careful attention. In Ayurveda, such manifestations could relate to imbalances in Vata dosha, which governs movement and sensation in the body. This imbalance may create issues like pain, stiffness, and rigidity. Here’s a step-by-step approach utilizing Ayurvedic principles to help you manage these symptoms:

1. Dietary Adjustments: Emphasize warm, cooked meals that are easy to digest. Include spices like ginger, cumin, coriander, and turmeric, which can aid digestion and have anti-inflammatory properties. Avoid cold, raw, or processed foods and reduce intake of foods that aggravate Vata such as beans, lentils, and dry foods.

2. Herbal Support: Ashwagandha and Shatavari can support body resilience and help reduce stress, which often exacerbates symptoms. Try taking these herbs in powder form mixed with warm milk or water twice daily.

3. Daily Oil Massage (Abhyanga): Use warm sesame oil for a gentle self-massage before bathing. This can help to pacify Vata and relieve stiffness and pain. Focus on areas where you experience the most discomfort, such as hands and lower back.

4. Gentle Exercise: Engage in regular, gentle yoga practice, focusing on movements that enhance circulation and flexibility. Poses such as the Cat-Cow stretch, forward bends, and gentle twists can be particularly beneficial.

5. Heat Therapy: Applying warm compresses or regular visits to a sauna can improve circulation and relieve stiffness. Try to keep your environment warm and avoid exposure to cold, dry weather.

6. Mind-Body Techniques: Incorporate practices such as meditation or pranayama to help manage stress and enhance mental clarity. These practices can complement physical treatments and contribute to overall wellbeing.

7. Sleep Hygiene: Ensure you are getting enough restful sleep. Create a calming bedtime routine and consider herbal teas with chamomile or valerian to support sleep quality.

Monitor your progress closely and consult with a healthcare professional when necessary, particularly if symptoms worsen or become difficult to manage. Ayurveda offers a holistic approach, but it is important to seek immediate medical attention for severe or persistent pain.

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Dr. Gursimran Jeet Singh
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
260 days ago
5

Start with- 1. Lashunadi Vati 2-0-2 Before food 2. Panchatikt Ghrit Guggulu 2-0-2 after food 3. Rasnasapthak Kashayam 20ml-0-20ml with 20ml luke warm water before food 4. Tab Shallaki 1-0-1 after food 5. Vatavidhvamsak Rasa 1-0-1 After food 6. Massage with Mahanarayan Oil Take this treatment for 1 month and do follow up

Avoid - Cold bath, packaged food items, excess sugar, long walks, cold water, sour food items like curd/buttermilk, avoid Paneer/Cheese

Follow - hot water bath, drinking lukewarm water, having short brisk walks, Do Vajrasana daily for 7-8 minutes according to your convenience.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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Dr. Maitri Bhavesh Kumar Acharya
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
256 days ago
5

HELLO TIFFAY,

Fibromyalgia is chronic condition causing widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances and stiffness It happens when the brain and nerves amplify pain signals, so even light pressure feels painful. It’s often triggered or worsened by stress, poor sleep, hormonal imbalance or infection

Ayurveda explains this as -Mamsa gata vata= when aggravated vata dosha (the bio energy that controls movement and nerve function) enters muscle tissues (mamsa dhatu) , drying and stiffening them -AMA= undigested toxins from weak digestion accumulate I muscles and joints, blocking nutrition and causing inflammation, stiffness and pain -Kapha imbalance = causes heaviness and sluggishness

So, the main problem is -vata aggravation + ama acumulation -> pain, stiffness, fatigue

TREATMENT GOALS -Paicfy vata dosha= calm the overactive nervous and pain system -remove ama (toxins)- improve digestion and metabolism - relieve pain and stiffness= nourish and luricate muscle/joints - strengthen the muscle and nerves= through rejuvenation -improve sleep, mood, and energy= balance mind and body

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) RASNASAPTAKAM KASHAYA= 20 ml with equal water twice daily after meals for 3 months = reduces stiffness, pain and inflammation in muscles/joints

2) YOGARAJ GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals for 3 months = classic formulation for vata ama pain, detoxifies joints and muscles

3) SIMHANADA GUGGULU= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 1 month = helps remove ama, improves metabolism

4) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk at bed time for 3 months = strengthens muscles, reduces stress, acts as a natural pain stabilizer

5) KSHEERBALA 101 CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily with warm milk for 3 months = rejuvenates nerves, improves strength and flexibility

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) FULL BODY OIL MASSAGE= WITH MAHANARAYAN TAILA -massage gently from head to toe for 15-20 min before a warm shower daily = lubricates muscles and joints, reduces stiffness , calms vata and improves blood flow

2) STEAM THERAPY -after massage take mild steam to the body =opens body channels, removes toxins, softens stiff muscles

DIET -eat warm, freshly cooked, mildly spiced unctuous food - avoid cold, dry, raw, processed, or leftover foods - drink warm water or herbal teas - ginger, cumin, coriander -avoid cold milk, yogurt at night , cold drinks, salads in excess

FOODS THAT HELP -whole rice, mung dal, ghee, cooked vegetables -milk with turmeric or ashwagandha - garlic, ginger , cumin, turmeric, coriander -soups, broths, khichri rice + mung dal - dates, almonds(soaked), sesame seeds (for calcium)

AVOID -cold foods/drinks, ice cream, refrigerated leftovers -dry cereals, crackers, chips -excess coffee, tea, alcohol -red meat, heavy fried food -sour curd, cheese causes stiffness

HOME REMEDIES -warm turmeric milk at bedtime - ginger tea - boil fresh ginger in water, sip through the day - reduces stiffness -castor oil 1 tsp with warm milk- once weekly to gently clear ama -Epsom salt bath- relieves muscle stiffness -warm sesame oil massage- even at home, before bath helps greatly

LIFESTYLE -keep body warm and well covered, avoid cold exposure -maintain regular sleep, go to bed by 10 pm -avoid overexertion or long sitting - gentle, frequent movement is better -avoid suppression natural urges- urination, hunger, sleep -maintain a calm mind- emotional stress increases vata -use warm water for bathing and apply mild oil to soles and scalp before sleep

YOGA AND PRANAYAM -tadasana= improves posture -bhujangasana= relieves back stiffness -pawanmuktasana= improves flexibility -shavasana= deep relaxation -trikonasana= stretches muscles gently

PRANAYAM -anulom vilom= balances nervous system -bhramari= calms mind and relieves stress - deep diaphragmatic breathing= oxygenates and relaxes muscles

Practice daily for 15-20 min in a quite, warm place

Fibromyalgia - like disorders are chronic but manageable Ayurveda doesn’t just mask pain- it addresses root imbalances through diet, detox, and strengthening of body and mind

With regular oil massage, medications, balanced diet , yoga and good rest, many people experience -reduced pain and stiffness -better sleep and digestion -increased energy and mood -improved joint flexibility and movement

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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