How to balance Vata dosha for a 68-year-old with knee issues from past falls? - #55194

At 68 years, imbalance and instability can be due to Vata aggravation, muscle weakness, knee degeneration, nerve weakness, vitamin deficiency, cervical issues, Parkinsonism, or inner ear problems. Clinical evaluation and balance assessment are important if falls are frequent. Take Yogaraj Guggulu – 1 tablet twice daily after food. Ashwagandha Churna – 3 gm with warm milk at night. Dashmoolarishta – 15 ml with equal water twice daily after meals. Daily gentle massage with warm Mahanarayana Taila on knees, legs, and lower back. Simple balance exercises and slow walking with support. Diet: Warm freshly cooked food. Cow ghee in small quantity. Avoid excess dry, cold, and stale foods.

Hello. Joint pain and weakness at your age is from Vata dosha imbalance. You can try out following recommendations: - Include health1 spoon of ghee in your diet. - Avoid sour, salty, fermented food including cheese, dosa, idli, pickles, vinegar etc. - Avoid squatting for long period of time. Continue light warm up exercises regularly. - Regularly use Mahanarayan oil for knee massage followed by hot water bag. - Check your calcium and Vitamin D levels. - Additionally I will recommend you Panchakarma therapies like Janu basti and Basti.