How to remove numbness and swelling in the feet and legs - #20658
I have numbness in both feet and legs following an affliction of sciatica in my left leg and subsequently in the right.There after both feet swell towards the evening but the swelling disappears by the morning. When I walk it looks like I am treading on foa
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Manage blood sugar regularly Avoid sugar, processed food, bakery and dairy products. Regular exercise and breathing exercise. Cap.Brahmi 2-0-2 Tab.Kaucha 2-0-2 Cap.Stresscom 1-0-1
Mahamajishtadi kwath Shallaki cap Rumalaya tab Ekangveer ras Regular exercise
Once check CBC RFT LFT if not done recently
Kindly check your RBS Vit B12 LFT RFT ESR
Avoid forward bending Do foot massage with sahacharadi taila daily Take tab palsinueron 1tid after food Cap lumbatone 1 tid after food Maharasnadi kashya 15 ml bd before food If possible visit the nearby panchakarma centre and take one course of Kati basti or Erandamooladi niruha basti
Trayodashang guggul 1-0-1 Ekangvir ras 1-0-1 Gokshuradi guggul 2 -0-0 with water after food Keep your legs in slight elevated position i pillow under your feet when sleeping
Kati basti will be helpful Mahayogaraj gugglu two times a day with warm water after meals Mahanarayana tailam for local applications Hinguwastka churna one spoon with warm water before bed time
1)Pinda thaila external aplication 2) Rasnairandadi Kashayam 15 ml morning B/F 3) Nishakathakadi Kashayam 15 ml evening B/F 4)KM LEPAM or UPANAHA PROCEDURE
The symptoms you’re describing indicate a condition that requires careful attention. The numbness and swelling in your feet and legs, particularly following sciatica, suggest vata dosha vitiation, which can cause poor circulation and nerve issues. In Ayurveda, addressing the root cause is key, balancing your body’s energies: vata in particular here.
Firstly, consider your diet. It’s important to pacify vata with warm, cooked, and moist foods. Eating warm, home-cooked meals with plenty of ghee, olive oil, or sesame oil can be soothing. Avoid cold, dry, or raw foods which can aggravate vata. Incorporating nuts, seeds, cooked vegetables, and grains can provide warmth and nourishment.
Hydration is crucial, drink warm water or herbal teas with ginger or cinnamon. Avoid caffeinated or carbonated beverages as they can disturb vata. Ginger tea especially can improve circulation and reduce numbness.
Daily self-massage (abhyanga) with warm sesame oil or Mahanarayan oil can alleviate vata imbalance, improve circulation and reduce numbness. After applying the oil, sit for 15-20 minutes before taking a warm bath or shower.
Gentle yoga and pranayama (breathing exercises) like Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) or Anuloma Viloma can help improve circulation and increase energy flow in the body. Walking can be beneficial too, but don’t overdo it if you feel pain.
Herbal supplements such as Punarnava and Guggulu may help reduce swelling and improve joint circulation, but should be taken under the guidance of an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner.
Since your symptoms seem severe and persistent, please seek professional medical attention to rule out any deeper underlying issues. While natural remedies can offer support, they should not replace advice or treatments from a medical professional, especially when nerve function is involved.

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