Ah, ligament injuries can be stubborn, right? Modern medicine does its bit, but Ayurveda can really give your healing process a boost. It’s not just about the herbs but a comprehensive approach that covers diet, lifestyle and exercise too.
So, focusing on herbs first. You’re onto something with Ashwagandha, Bala, and Hadjod, these actually are pretty great choices. Ashwagandha helps in muscle strength and vitality, but it’s also about reducing Vata dosha imbalance, which is usually aggravated in injuries. Having Ashwagandha churna (powder) with milk or water daily might be beneficial here.
Bala’s another excellent option, mainly for its rejuvenating effects and promoting elasticity and strength of muscles and ligaments. Try Bala oil massages – gentle, daily, and focus on the affected area. Hadjod, true to its name, literally means “bone joiner” and is known for its terriffic bone strengthening qualities. You can take it as part of a decoction or even in tablet form if available.
Then, diet. Make sure you’re consuming enough proteins and vitamin C, since these are crucial for collagen formation. Foods like almonds, sesame seeds, dairy, and green leafy vegetables should be your best friends. Warm, cooked foods generally keep Agni good. Keep away from cold, raw foods as that might slow down your digestive strength.
Don’t forget exercises, but don’t overdo it. Regular, gentle, strengthening exercises, maybe advised by your physio – focus more on balance work, because strong ankles need stable bases, right? Yogic asanas like Tadasana and Vrikshasana may provide excellent balance training with support.
Keep joint warm, anoint with warm sesame oil every day. Avoid cold drafts and sitting on bare floors, it impacts the subtler energies.
Lastly, avoid carrying heavy weights and running until you’re fully confident about your ankle strength. Injuries have a way of testing our patience but rest assured you’re on the right path. (P.S: This advice doesn’t replace medical care!)
