Namaste, Your mother’s symptoms — knee pain along with age-related spondylitis and existing diabetes, BP, and thyroid — indicate joint degeneration with vata imbalance affecting bones and joints. The focus should be on reducing pain, improving joint lubrication, and supporting mobility safely. Avoid excessive walking, climbing stairs, and strain on joints. Prefer gentle movements and light exercises as tolerated. Include warm, freshly cooked food with a small quantity of ghee. Avoid cold, dry, and processed foods. Ensure proper sleep and maintain stable blood sugar levels. Ayurvedic medicines with dose and timing: Yogaraja Guggulu – 1 tablet, twice daily after food Mahayogaraja Guggulu – 1 tablet, twice daily after food Dashmoolarishta – 15 ml with equal water, twice daily after food External application: Apply Mahanarayana Taila or Dhanwantharam Taila over knees and lower back, gentle massage followed by mild heat (fomentation) These are traditionally used to reduce joint pain, improve stiffness, and support mobility when combined with proper care. Since she has diabetes, BP, and thyroid, medicines should be taken under guidance and regular monitoring is important. Improvement can be seen gradually over a few weeks to months with consistent care. Consult me for more advice and suggestions on the above medicines.
