RA pain getting worse, can Ayurveda help with long-term relief? - #16534
A few months ago, I was diagnosed with RA (Rheumatoid Arthritis), and honestly, it’s been really frustrating. At first, I just had mild joint pain in my fingers, but now it’s spreading to my wrists and knees. Some days, I wake up and feel like my hands are too stiff to even hold a spoon properly. The swelling comes and goes, but when it flares up, the pain is unbearable. My doctor put me on some medications, but I don’t want to rely on them forever, especially since they come with side effects. The worst part is that my RA symptoms seem to get worse randomly. Cold weather makes my joints feel like they’re locked, and if I eat something heavy or fried, I feel even more inflamed. I read that Ayurveda connects RA to excess Ama (toxins) and Vata imbalance. Could that be why my symptoms are getting worse? I want to know if Ayurveda has a way to manage RA naturally. Are there specific herbs that actually help reduce inflammation? I’ve heard turmeric is good, but should I take it in a particular way? Also, does Ayurveda suggest a specific diet for RA patients? I feel like certain foods trigger my pain, but I don’t know which ones for sure. I also read about oil massages and detox therapies for RA. Would something like Abhyanga or Panchakarma help? Has anyone here tried these treatments and seen real results? I don’t expect a cure overnight, but if Ayurveda can help me reduce dependency on painkillers and make daily activities easier, I’m willing to try. If you’ve used Ayurveda for RA, what worked best for you?
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