Knee and shoulder Pain - #4834

Ah, dealing with knee and shoulder pain at your age can definitely be troublesome. You’re already using ayurvedic medicines like Pidanil and Arthogrit, yet finding no relief—yeah, that can feel frustrating. Let’s dig a bit deeper into this challenge and see if we can figure out what’s going on here.

First off, it’s vital to look at your individual prakriti, or constitution, which is most likely impacting your pain. At 70, Vata often becomes more prominent, affecting bones and joints. Knee and shoulder pain might be a signal of aggravated Vata dosha. But hey, it could also involve Kapha, especially if there’s stiffness or heaviness there.

Food plays a role too—let’s talk diet for a sec. Embrace warm, cooked meals over cold or raw foods. Things like cooked veggies, whole grains, and warming spices like turmeric, ginger, and cumin. Those can help digest foods better and calm the Vata. Ghee is also excellent to lubricate the tissues and reduce dryness.

Now about daily habits, warm oil massage is a classic ayurvedic remedy. Try sesame oil or mahanarayan oil, massaging it into your joints each morning before a warm bath or shower. Even 10 minutes can bring some relief.

Given that both knee and shoulder are involved, posture and movement may also play a part. Gentle yoga tailored for seniors, focusing on flexibility and maintaining strength, could ease discomfort. But avoid pushing through pain—subtle movements are the key.

Finally, check agni, or digestive fire. Is there any indigestion or bloating? Weak agni might distract the body from self-healing. Consider trikatu churna, a blend of black pepper, long pepper, and ginger, to spark digestive power.

Now, this is a fair bit to think about and everyone’s different, so implement what suits your lifestyle best. If no changes are felt, don’t hesitate to talk to a professional ayurvedic practitioner to maybe tweak the approach.