It sounds like you’re on quite a journey with your humerus recovery. Those fractures can be tricky, especially when it’s about regaining strength and mobility. While you’ve got the green light for physical therapy, Ayurveda does indeed offer some supportive approaches that might just give you an extra edge in your healing process.
First off, let’s chat herbs. Ashwagandha isn’t just a fancy name—it’s known for helping reduce stress and inflammation and support muscle strength. It might be beneficial for you, particularly because it can also promote tissue healing. You might want to consider taking it once a day, in a powdered form, maybe with some warm milk—it helps with absorption. Then there’s Shallaki, or Boswellia—this one’s fantastic for addressing inflammation and easing discomfort. You can find it in capsule form, but do check with your Ayurvedic practitioner, especially for dosage based on your constitution.
Now, onto practices that could help with mobility. You’ve mentioned massages, and that’s definitely a big yes in Ayurveda. Consider doing gentle warm oil massages with Mahanarayan oil (or even just sesame oil if that’s easier to find). These should be done in slow, circular motions over the affected area daily, but make sure it’s not too vigorous to avoid straining the muscles.
Yoga and gentle stretching can definitely support your physical therapy regimen. Trying poses like the Tadasana (Mountain Pose) or gentle arm lifts can help, but always listen to your body and don’t push too hard. Ayurveda encourages balance and moderation, so remember not to overdo it.
A consistent routine—morning and evening—of such exercises along with the herbal supports could offer additional relief over time. Also, diet plays a role. Foods that support bone health, like sesame seeds and almonds, are great to include. Keep the spices mild though; too much heat could aggravate the inflammation.
As for personal anecdotes, many find that with consistent effort and integrating these complementary practices, improvements in flexibility and pain management could be noticed within a few weeks to a few months. Always chart your progress and consult with healthcare providers if anything feels off. It’s great to have a team approach with such injuries.
