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I have been diagnosed with Avascular necrosis of t - #35914

Brighton

I have been diagnosed with Avascular necrosis of the femoral head. I would say its stage 2/3 and wanted to know of Ayurvedic medicine that help with this condition that i can take. My left leg is more painful that the right and i am limping a bit.

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Hello Brighton,

I can understand your concern regarding Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the femoral head — in Ayurvedic view — correlates with Asthi-Majjagata Vata but dont worry we are here to help you out😊

Stage 2/3 indicates early to moderate damage, and Ayurveda aims to stop further degeneration, nourish bone tissue, and improve blood flow to the femoral head.

✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT-

✅ Internal Ayurvedic Medicines (for Bone Nourishment & Circulation)

1. Lakshadi Guggulu –1-0-1 after food strengthens bone, reduces degeneration, and helps healing of bone tissue.

2. Kaishora Guggulu – 1-0-1 after food reduces inflammation and improves blood circulation to the affected joint.

3. Ashwagandha Churna– 1 tsp churna with warm milk at bedtime excellent for Vata pacification, pain relief, and bone strengthening.

4. Abha Guggulu 1-0-1 after food – promotes regeneration of bone tissue (Asthi dhatu poshana).

✅Panchakarma Therapy – The Cornerstone of AVN Management ( Very important for you )

☑️Panchakarma is essential to arrest disease progression, rejuvenate bones, and restore movement. These therapies directly act on Asthi-Majja Dhatu and Vata dosha-

1. Abhyanga (Therapeutic oil massage): full-body massage with Ksheerabala Taila, or Dhanwantharam Taila improves blood flow and reduces stiffness.

2. Swedana (Steam therapy): Following abhyanga with gentle medicated steam helps reduce pain and enhances circulation in hip joints.

3. Basti (Medicated Enema): Most vital therapy for AVN — Dashmoola ksheera basti - l nourishes Asthi dhatu, relieves pain, and improves mobility. Duration: 8-14 days under Ayurvedic supervision

Benefit Deep tissue nourishment and reversal of early degeneration.

✅As from Previous consulation I came to know that you live in Africa, but plsease once look for any Ayurvedic panchakarma center o

☑️Incase you dont get any panchakarma center 👉you can do mild massage over your lower back and both femoral and lower limb region with ksheerbala taila for 15 mins 👉followed by warm water bath over the area 👉You can try Dashmool sitz bath - PREPARATION- take 30 gm of dashmoola choorna or panchanga, Add 3 litres of water and 3 litres of milk boil and reduce to 3 litres and use this decoction for sitz bath This will locally nourish the femoral head

✅DIETARY AND LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION

Include calcium-rich and nourishing foods: milk, ghee, sesame, almonds, dates, black gram soup, green leafy vegetables.

Avoid dry, spicy, and cold foods that aggravate Vata dosha.

Avoid long walking, running, and sudden jerky movements.

In AVN Stage 2/3, Ayurveda can significantly slow down or even halt progression by -Improving blood flow and bone nutrition -Reducing inflammation and pain -Strengthening Asthi Dhatu through Panchakarma and Rasayana

Among all, Basti therapy (oil-based enema) is considered the most important treatment — it directly nourishes and revitalizes the degenerated bone tissue and improves mobility naturally.

Wishing you a good health😊

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

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Thank you Dr Vidhate

Will try that. I appreciate.

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Hi Brighton, AVN can be managed with ayurveda. But to get effective results, you need to undergo Panchakarma therapy which includes Massage, steam and Basti treatment. Find a Panchakarma centre in your country if there’s one.

Procedures you need to undergo 1. Massage with Ksheerbala Oil followed by Sudation therapy

Basti Treatment 2. Panchatikt Ksheer Basti (In this medication decoction is prepared (400-450ml) and is administered through anorectal route with the help of catheter. 3. Anuvasan Basti with Sahcharadi Oil (70ml)

Medications- 1. Capsule Sahcharadi Tail, 1-0-1 2. Capsule Palsinuron 2-0-2 3. Tab Shallaki 1-0-1 4. Dashmool Kwatha 15ml-0-15ml before food with 15 ml lukewarm water

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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Brighton
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Thanks for the valuable information Doc. Appreciate!!

YOU SHOULD GO FOR PANCHKARMA THERAPY AS IT CAN HELP YOU A LOT

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Im in Zimbabwe Africa, where and how can i get it. I have bought medicines from India to Zimbabwe before so if i can get where to get it i would grateful

1.Kaishor Guggulu 1-0-1 2.Abha Guggulu 1-0-1 3.Gandha Tail Cap 1-0-0 4.Punarnava tab 1-0-1 5.Ashwgandha powder 1/2 tsf with warm milk at night 6.Mahanarayana Tail locally massage with warm oil 7.warm comprese - after massage warm towel compress

Avoid oily, spicy and junk food Avoid alcohol, smoking Mild yoga, bhujangasana

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1.Kaishor Guggulu 1-0-1 2.Abha Guggulu 1-0-1 3.Gandha Tail Cap 1-0-0 4.Punarnava tab 1-0-1 5.Ashwgandha powder 1/2 tsf with warm milk at night 6.Mahanarayana Tail locally massage with warm oil 7.warm comprese - after massage warm towel compress

Avoid oily, spicy and junk food Avoid alcohol, smoking Mild yoga, bhujangasana

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Brighton
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Thank you so much

Your welcome and all the best for your health journey with Ayurveda

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Hello Brington Start with Shatavari ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with warm water Mahavatvidhvansh vati 1-0-1 after food with water Astiposhak tablet 1-0-0 after food with water Laxadi guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Apply ashwagandha+ dhanvantrum oil on affected area twice daily Avoid sour fermented foods.

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Thank you so much.

I have taken note of the valuable information.

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Don’t worry curable in Ayuevedic take ksheera bala cap 1bd, mahayoga Guggulu gold 1tab,navaratnapisto 1tab bd, matravasti with murivena tail+Vishagarba tail+sudhavarga drugs u wll get better results

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Brighton
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Thanks Doc. Appreciate 🙏

At stage 2/3, Ayurvedic management focuses on: - Reducing pain and inflammation - Improving blood circulation to the bone - Strengthening bone tissue - Preventing further degeneration

1. Asthiposhak Tablets 2 tablets twice daily with Warm water or milk 2. Kaishore Guggulu 2 tablets twice daily with Warm water 3. Punarnava Mandur 2 tablets twice daily with Warm water 4. Trayodashang Guggulu 2 tablets twice daily with Warm water 5. Ashwagandha Churna 1 tsp at bedtime with Warm milk

External Therapies 1. Abhyanga (Oil Massage) - Use Mahanarayan Taila or Dhanwantharam Taila - Daily gentle massage on hips and thighs followed by warm compress 2. Basti Therapy (Medicated Enema) - Panchakarma treatment highly recommended for Asthi-Majjagata Vata - Helps nourish bones and reduce Vata aggravation

Lifestyle & Diet Tips - Avoid cold, dry, and processed foods - Include sesame seeds, ghee, milk, and bone broth (veg-based if preferred) - Gentle yoga and physiotherapy under supervision - Avoid weight-bearing activities that worsen pain

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Brighton
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Well noted. Thank you so much!

hope you will get desired results

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In your case panchakarma is best option Meanwhile start on Trayodashanga guggulu 1-0-1 Peedantaka vati 1-0-1 Ashwagandha cap 1-0-1 Dashamoola aristha 15-0-15 ml Mahanarayana taila - gentle massage to be done

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Thanks Dr Sushma 🙏

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Hello Brighton Do not worry First try the following medication if still you do not get any relief then you have to get panchakarma done Kaishore guggulu 1-0-1 Mahayograj guggulu 1-0-1 Lakshadi guggulu 1-0-1 Ashwagandha churna 0-0-1/2 tsp Shilajit cap 1-0-0 Gandha tailam-10 drops in warm milk

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Brighton
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Thanks for the prescription Doc

Avascular necrosis, particularly of the femoral head, requires careful management. In Ayurveda, this condition is seen as an imbalance in Vata dosha, affecting the asthi dhatu (bone tissue). Ayurvedic management focuses on Vata pacification and bone strengthening.

Firstly, consider making dietary changes to support bone health and balance Vata. Warm, nourishing foods like ghee, sesame oil, and bone broth are beneficial. Avoid cold, dry, and raw foods which may aggravate Vata. Including cooked vegetables such as sweet potatoes and carrots can help.

Herbs that support bone health and Vata balance include Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), and Guggulu (Commiphora mukul). You can take 500 mg of Ashwagandha with warm milk twice daily, which also aids in reducing inflammation. Guggulu can be taken in the form of Yogaraj Guggulu; consult a practitioner for dosing based on severity.

Panchakarma, particularly Basti (medicated enema), can be considered for Vata balance and pain reduction. Seek a qualified Ayurveda practitioner for this therapeutic cleansing.

External applications such as Ksheerabala oil for local massage can help alleviate pain. Warm the oil slightly before applying it gently over the hip area twice a day.

Regular, mild exercise such as yoga, especially poses focusing on joint and hip mobility, can be beneficial. However, ensure you avoid weight-bearing activities that can increase pain or worsening your condition.

Monitor symptoms closely, and keep in touch with a healthcare provider to ensure that the condition does not worsen. Remember, Ayurveda works best as supportive care, and continuing any conventional treatments is crucial.

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Thank you

HELLO BRIGHTON,

WHAT HAPPENS IN AVN -The femoral head gets its nourishment from small blood vessels -when blood flow decreases due to injury, steroids,alcohol or unknown reasons, bone cells start dying -overtime, this dead bone becomes weak-> cracks -> the smooth round surface callpase-> the hip joint becomes irregular and painful

STAGES

STAGE 1= blood supply reduced, pain mild, bone still looks normal on X-RAY STAGE2= bone begin to hardn or show cysts pain increases STAGE 3=bone starts collapsing, hip joint surface become uneven-> pain while walking, limping STAGE 4= complete collapse-> arthritis develops-> constant pain even at rest

So at stage 2-3 the goal is to stop further bone death, strengthen bone, reduce pain and stiffness and improve blood circulation

In Ayurveda, this condition is mainly due to “vata dosha aggravation” affecting the Asthi (bone) and Majja (bone marrow) This leads to -dryness and weakness in bones -poor nourishment -pain, cracking, stiffness, and reduced joint movement

TRETMENT GOALS -reduce inflammation and muscle tightness -stimulate new bone formation improve blood flow to femoral head -remove ama/toxins blocking channels -stop further necrosis

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) KAISHOR GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =cleanses blood, reduces inflamamtion, balances pitta vata

2) LAKSHADI GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =strengthens bone matrix, promotes fracture and bone repair

3) MAHARASNADI KASHAYA= 20 ml with warm water twice daily before meals =improves joint circulation, reduces pain and stiffness

4) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime =increases strength, muscle mass, improves regeneration

5) SHALLKAI CAPSULES= 500mg twice daily after meals =reduces joint inflammation, and improves mobitltiy

6) ABHRAM BHASMA= 125mg once with honey =rejuventates bones and marrow tissues

7) BALA ARISHTA= 15ml twice daily after meals with warm water =balnces vata, improves nerve and jonit function

DURATION= Minimum 6 months, ideally continued or 12 months or more depending on response and related MRI to see improvement

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) DAILY OIL MASSAGE= daily massage with Ksheerbala taila =improves local circulation, nourishes joint tissues, reduces pain

2) STEAM= after oil massage mild steam =relieves stiffness and improves flexibility

DIET -freshly cooked rice, moong dal, ghee, milk and soups -sesame seeds, dates, soaked almonds, figs, raisins -vegetables= bottle gourd, ash gourd, pumpkin, spinach, beetroot -rasayana foods= milk with ghee, ashwagandha and shatavari, amla

AVOID -junk, fried, fermented or stale food -alcohol, smoking, major cause of AVN -cery spicy, sour, or dry foods -fastig, skipping meals, late night eating

HOME REMEDIES - warm milk with a pinch of turmeric+ ghee at night -bone broth or vegetable soup with sesame powder - apply warm sesame oil on hips before bath for daily pain relief

YOGA ASANAS-avoid if pain is more -tadaasana= improves posture -setu bandhasana= strengthens hips -supta padangusthasana= improves flexibility -vrikshasana= for balance and stability -pawanmuktasana= improves joint movement

AVOID = deep squats, sitting cross legged, high impact exercise

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom = balances vata -bhramari= relaxes nerves -ujjayi= improves oxygenation and circulation -nadi shuddhi= improves energy flow

LIFESTYLE TIPS -avoid running, jumping, or heavy weight lifting -use walking stick temporarily if pain severe - reduce stress onjoints -keep body warm-avoid cold exposure -maintain a consistent sleep routine -manage stress through meditation and slow breathing -regular oil massage before bath-extremely beneficial for vata balance

AVN is not reversible once collapse occurs, but Ayurveda can often halt or slow progression, reduce pain and delay prevent surgery if started early -The key is discipline and patience- it’s a 6-12 month program, combining internal medications, external therapies, proper diet, and lfiestyle modification

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Dr ACHARYA you have indeed taken your time and explained throughly. I appreciate and definitely try the remedies. Thanks

Avascular necrosis is a serious condition where blood flow to the femoral head is reduced, leading to bone damage. While Ayurveda can support the management of symptoms and improve overall wellbeing, it’s crucial to continue working with your healthcare provider as well. In Siddha-Ayurvedic perspective, the issue may be related to aggravated Vata dosha affecting bone tissue (asthi dhatu) and circulating energy (nadi). Addressing the root cause involves balancing Vata, strengthening bones, and enhancing circulation.

Firstly, consider dietary adjustments to pacify Vata, such as warm, cooked meals that are easy to digest, emphasizing ghee, which can support bone health. Include herbs known in Ayurveda for their anti-inflammatory and bone-strengthening properties, such as Ashwagandha and Shilajit. These can be taken with warm milk or as part of a herbal formulation—aim for consistency, perhaps twice a day.

Warm oil massages with medicated oils like Mahanarayan Tailam can help mitigate pain and improve circulation. Focus on gentle application around the hip and thigh. Daily oil massage before warm baths can be beneficial. Additionally, engage in gentle exercises like yoga to enhance flexibility and circulation, but avoid any strain that might exacerbate pain.

Stay hydrated, as this helps maintain joint health. Triphala can be taken for detoxification and improving digestion, helping maintain overall balance.

If your pain significantly increases or mobility reduces, prompt medical intervention may be necessary, so do not delay consulting a medical professional when needed.

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Thanks a ton for this in-depth reply! It really gave me a fresh perspective on managing my digestion issues. Super grateful for the practical tips!
Thanks a ton for this in-depth reply! It really gave me a fresh perspective on managing my digestion issues. Super grateful for the practical tips!
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This answer was so clear and detailed. The mix of dietary advice and emotional tips really made a difference for me. Thanks a lot!
This answer was so clear and detailed. The mix of dietary advice and emotional tips really made a difference for me. Thanks a lot!
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Thanks for the detailed guidance! Your insights on balancing vata and pitta made total sense and the practical steps were super helpful. 🙌 Really appreciate the clarity!
Thanks for the detailed guidance! Your insights on balancing vata and pitta made total sense and the practical steps were super helpful. 🙌 Really appreciate the clarity!
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Wow, that was really insightful and thorough! Appreciate how clearly everything was broken down. Thanks a ton for laying out all those options!
Wow, that was really insightful and thorough! Appreciate how clearly everything was broken down. Thanks a ton for laying out all those options!