Relief for Fibromyalgia Pain and Nerve Pain in Arms and Legs - #36477

Dear Victoria. Avoid sour, fermented and processed foods. Regular exercise and meditation. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Use boiled water for drinking. Cap. Stresscom 1-0-1 Cap. Gufispon 1-0-1 Rasnasaptak kasay 20ml twice Follow up after 2weeks.

Start with Trayodashang guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Ekangvir ras 1-0-1 after food with water Laxadi guggul 1-0-1 after food with , apply dhanvantrum oil on affected area twice daily

Thank you, Victoria, for showing your condition. Fibromyalgia, pain from nerves, spondylitis, and degenerating discs do make lives quite difficult in everyday life. In Ayurveda, all these are considered to be significant doshas or distortions of the body’s strength and energy of tissues, particularly those of the nerves, muscles, and bones. Treatment would involve soothing excess activity of the nerves, eliminating inflammation and stiffness, feeding the spine, and calming long-term pain. Below is a list of Ayurvedic treatments and supportive measures that may be taken safely along with your ongoing medical treatment.

Take the following 1. Yogaraja Guggulu – 1 tablet after meals, twice a day 2. Ashwagandha capsule At night with warm milk 3. Dashamoolarishta - 10 ml with an equal quantity of luke-warm water after lunch and dinner. 4.Shallaki Capsule – 1 capsule in the morning and evening after food 5. Rasnasaptak Kadha: 10 ml with an equal quantity of water after breakfast and dinner 6. Gandha Thailam –5 drops in warm milk once daily after food: 7. Mahanarayan Oil – warm and gently massage over the spine, arms, and legs before a warm shower once a day 8. Shilajit Capsule – once daily after breakfast with warm milk Include ghee, sesame oil, and cooked vegetables to your food. Add milk, dates, figs, soaked almonds, and moong dal. Avoid cold food, refined sugar,coffee and late evenings. Practice pranayama meditation Massage with warm sesame oil for instant relief

Dr Prasad Pentakota Ayurvedic physician

Take mahayoga Guggulu gold 1tab bd, chaturmukh ras 1tab, rasna spathaka kahshayam 20ml bd, mahanarayana tail external application, swadista virechana churnam 1tsp with lukewarm water enough

HELLO VICTORIA,

You have -FIBROMYALGIA= a condition where muscles and soft tissues feel painful,stiff, and tired. It’s often associated with fatigue, poor sleep, and sometimes tingling or numbness in the arms and legs

-DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE= this happens when the discs between your spine bones wear down overtime, causing back pain, stiffness , and sometimes nerve pain

-SPONDYLITIS (lumbar)= inflammation of the spine, leading to stiffness, pain, and reduced movement, usually worse in the morning or after inactivity

-NERVE PAIN IN ARMS AND LEGS- may occur due to pressure on nerves from spine problems or inflammation

WHAT IS THIS MEAS FOR YOU You may feel chronic pain, stiffness, tingling, numbness and fatigue, which can impact daily activities and sleep. Ayurveda sees this as vata imbalance, which makes joints, muscles , and nerves stiff, weak and painful. Chronic inflammation and degeneration are seen as Ama (toxins) accumulation and loss of tissue strength

TREATMENT GOALS -releive pain and stiffness -improve nerve health and reduce tingling/numbness -strengthen muscles and bones -reduce inflammation in joints and discs -detoxify body gently and balance vata -improve sleep, energy, and overall quality of life

INTERNAL MANAGEMENT

1) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime for 3 months =rejuvenates muscles, reduces fatigue, improves nerve health

2) SHALLAKI CAPSULE= 500mg cap twice daily for 3 months =anti inflammatory, reduces joint and spine pain

3) YOGARAJ GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals for 3 months =strengthens spine, reduces stiffness and inflammation

4) DASHMOOLA KASHAY = 25ml twice daily before meals for 2 months =reduces vata, pain inflammation in spine and joints

5) BALA POWDER= 6gm with warm milk in morning for 3 months =strengthens muscles and nerves reduce weakness

6) KALYANAK GHRITA= 10 ml daily in morning for 2 months =nerve nourishment , reduces tingling and numbness

EXTERNAL MANAGEMENT

1) OIL MASSAGE= daily massage with warm mahanarayan taila =reduces stiffness, improves circulation, nourishes muscle

2) STEAM THERAPY= After massage gentle steam 10-15 min =relaxes muscles, reduces pain

3) MEDICATED OILS FOR NERVE PAIN= apply Ksheerbala oil on arms and legs and spine, gentle massage 2-3 times/day =nourishes nerves, reduces tingling

LIFESTYLE CHANGES -SLEEP= 7-8 hours, same time every night. warm milk or herbal teas (like Ashwagandha or chamomile) before sleep -WARMTH= keep joints and spine warm, avoid cold drafts -ACTIVITY= gentle stretching, walking, yoga- avoid heavy lifting or sudden strain -STRESS MANAGEMENT= meditation, deep breathing, relaxing music

YOGA ASANAS -Bhujangasana= strengthens spine -setu bandhasana= opens lower back and hips -shalabhasana= strengthens back muscles -marjarisana= reduces stiffness

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= balances nervous system, reduces stress -Bhramari= relaxes mind and nerves

DIET -warm, cooked, soft foods -whole grains, rice, oats, barley -vegetables= pumpkin , carrots, spinach, bottle gourd -Healthy fats= ghee, sesame oil, olive oil -Proteins= lentils, mung beans, dairy , soft eggs -Spices= turmeric, ginger, black pepper, cinnamon

AVOID -cold, raw, salads, frozen foods -excess coffee, tea, processed foods -nightshades- tomatoes, peppers, potatoes if worsening pain -overly dry, rough or hard foods

HOME REMEDIES -warm sesame oil massage on stiff joint -Turmeric milk at night- reduces inflammation -Ginger decoction= 2 cups/day for pain releief - Gentle warm compress on spine or painful areas

-Your condition is chronic, but Ayurveda can greatly reduce pain, stiffness, nerve symptoms, and fatigue -Treatment is gradual internal medicines take weeks to show effect, external therapies provide faster relief -combining diet, lifestyle , yoga and herbal therapy gives the best long term results -Avoid heavy lifting, cold exposure, and excessive physical strain -Maintain mental calm and regular routin- stress aggravates vata and worsens pain

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

Please explain the type of pain is it radiating. If yes than start with 1. Panchatikta ghrut gugglu 2BD A F 2. Cap palsinueron 1 TID AF 3. Cap ksheer bala 1 BD AFTER FOOD 4. Sankhvati 2 BD B F

For the pain u can take Trayodashanga Guggulu Tab 2 bd after food Rasna saptaka kwatham 20 ml twice a day after food Ashwagandharishta 5ml with 10 ml of water after food twice a day Application of Murivenna tailam+ Kottamchukkadi tailam over the hand will help to get rid of pain

Hi Victoria, If you have any X-Ray or MRI reports, please do share. Meanwhile you can start with - 1. Panchatikt Ghrit Guggulu 2-0-2 After food 2. Lashunadi Vati 2-0-2 before food 3. Rasnasapthak Kashayam 20ml-0-20ml with 20ml warm water before food 4. Tab Shallaki MR 1-0-1 After food 5. Vatavidhvamsak Rasa 1-0-1 After food 6. Mahanarayan Oil for Local application/massage

Take these medications for 1 month and connect for follow up.

Find yourself a nearby Panchakarma centre and go for Panchakarma therapy which includes Massage and sudation therapy.

Avoid curd, sour and packaged food. Can do hot sudation with towel dipped in hot water at Night. Also get yourself Vitamin B12 levels checked up.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

For managing fibromyalgia pain, along with nerve pain in the arms and legs, Ayurveda can provide a holistic approach focusing on balancing the doshas and strengthening body tissues. Fibromyalgia is often linked with vata imbalance due to its impact on the nervous system and the subsequent pain and stiffness.

Start with diet. Eating warm, cooked, easily digestible meals can reduce vata. Soups, stews, and porridges are ideal. Incorporate spices like turmeric, ginger, and cumin can help bringing down inflammation. Avoid cold, raw foods and reduce consumption of stimulants like caffeine and processed sugars. Warm milk with a pinch of turmeric before bedtime can also aid in reducing inflammation and promote better sleep.

Routine is crucial for vata pacification. Regular sleeping and eating patterns stabilize the body. Ensure you have seven to eight hours of deep, restful sleep. Engage in gentle exercise, such as yoga or tai chi, to improve flexibility without overstressing the body. Practices like Abhyanga (self-massage with warm sesame or Mahanarayan oil) could also be beneficial, aiming to calm the nervous system and improve circulation.

Regarding the nerve pain and spondylitis, yoga postures that focus on gently stretching the spine, like Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) or Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose), may help. Consult with a yoga instructor experienced with individuals with spinal issues to modify poses as needed.

For severe or chronic pain, consider herbal remedies such as Ashwagandha, which is known for its adaptogenic properties, to help reduce systemic stress. Boswellia and Guggulu can also be beneficial for their anti-inflammatory effects.

Maintain regular check-ups with a healthcare provider, especially considering spondylitis and degenerative disc concerns, to avoid complications and ensure that complementary treatments don’t interfere with any ongoing medical therapies. Limit carrying heavy loads and ensure good posture while sitting and standing. Regularly evaluate how these recommendations affect your condition, and adjust as needed while considering professional ayurvedic consultations for personalized treatment.