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Orthopedic Disorders
Question #22048
38 days ago
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Heberden's nodes - #22048

Elizabeth

Hello, I have osteoarthritis and have developed Heberden's nodes in my fingers. My rheumatologist told me there is nothing that will help me and because I have pain in other areas of my hands & body, he gave me steroid shots. I have stopped going to him because I do not want to have steroid injections anymore and I’m hoping for a more holistic approach to my health. Is there hope for me?

Age: 65
Chronic illnesses: Asthma and osteoarthritis
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Hello Elizabeth • HEBERDEN'S NODES are hard bony Extra growths developed IN SEVERE OSTEOARTHRITIS • As U have Age Related Severe Osteoarthritis u have this • Taking Steroids For These issues may Help Temporary but get severe side effects later .So Steroids ARE NOT GOOD CHOICE • There is Best Ayurvedic Treatment Available for reducing size of Heberden's Nodes • IN MY CLINICAL PRACTICE I HAVE SEEN BEST RESULTS WITH ( 100 % WORKING U MUST TRY ) AYURVEDIC MEDICINES * Tab.Kanchanaar Guggulu ( SDL Pharma ) 2-0-2 After Food * Tab.Nityananda Ras ( Baidyanath Pharma) 1 -0 - 1 After Food * Cap.Curcumin 500 mg 1 -0-1 After Food * Syrup.Varanadi Kashayam 15 ml -0-15 ml Night After Food * Tila Tailam Local Application Gentle Massage Followed By Mild Hot Fomentation * If Medicine seems less working then Panchakarma Option to consider • DO'S - Prefer Alkaline Highly Nutritious Leafy Vegetables Fruits salads sprouts Fibers Dry Fruits Milk products etc Mild mobility flexibility Exersise Dhyan Meditation etc • DON'TS - Avoid Spicy Salty Sour Masala Fried Fast Foods Inflammatory foods like Curd Fermented food Sedentary Lifestyle Stress etc REGARDS Dr Arun Desai God Bless You 😊 🙏 If you have any questions u can ask me.I will answer u to level of your satisfaction.
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start with simhanada guggulu 1-0-1 after food rasnasaptaka kwatham 20 ml twice a day before food vaishwanara churna 1 tsp with warm water after food these medicines will help u to get rid of pain but for heberden's node in ayurveda also we don't have treatment with some hot fomentation tenderness can be reduced

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Yes we can reduce the node size gradually without any side effect Can start Yograj guggulu Kanchanar guggulu Tablet twice daily after food with water Mahanarayana taila- gentle massage And you can get good result with chromotherapy also

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Obviously there is very effective treatment methods in Ayurveda. Since Osteo Arthritis comes under Vatavyadhi which is manageable with internal and external therapies. Please mention your recent Blood reports& Xray findings As you know Herberdens nodes are associated symptoms of Osteoarthritis which comes out of Osteophytes is a painful condition which is also manageable with external therapies too. Internally 1.Rasnasapthakam kwatham tab 2-0-2 before food 2.Dhanwantharam 101A caps 1-0-1after food 3.Sallaki plus 1-1-1 After food 4. Murivenna+ Rhukot liniment for ext.application twice daily You can visit a nearby Ayurveda treatment center for Ayurveda external treatments like Kizhi(potli) treatments, Abhyanga (oil massage ) , Vasthi chikitsa(medicated enema- for complete detoxification)

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Initially you have to undergo panchkarma therapy for detoxification Later Rasanadi kasaya 20ml two times a day with warm water after meals Mahayogaraj gugglu two times a day after meals Peedantaka tailam for local application

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Namaste See Your joints problem(pain, swelling, and fatigue) can be reduced significantly with ayurveda treatment.people when are tired of all treatment get relief from panchakarma treatment. Consult a good panchakarma therapist. Will definitely help you. Till then you can do a generalised medication that can help in reducing pain 1.sinhanad Guggul-(2-0-2) 2-rasnasaptaka kwatham 20 ml twice a day before food 3.Triphala tablet (2 tab with warm water-at night ) Some remedies you can continue following- 1.Turmeric (1/2 tsp with black pepper in warm water or milk) 2.Omega-3s (flaxseed, walnuts, or a clean fish oil) 3.Add Leafy greens (spinach, kale, moringa),in diet. Ginger tea – 2 times a day Strictly Avoid: Sugar, curd, white bread, red meat, stale and processed foods.

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Heberdens nodes in fingers can be reduced permanently take Aamvatari ras=2-2 tab Giloye ghan vati=2-2 tab before meal twice daily Kanchnar ghan vati Punarnawadi mandoor Virridhivadhika=1-1-1 tab thrice daily after meal Eranda paka =200gm....take 1 tsp with worm water at bed time Hot and cold water compress in nodes at night and morning Saindvadi oil massage after hot and cold compress It's reduced gradually

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The development of Heberden's nodes, especially in the context of osteoarthritis, is a condition where Ayurveda can indeed offer supportive care to improve your quality of life. While Ayurveda may not reverse the osteoarthritis entirely, it may help in managing the symptoms, relieving discomfort, and improving joint function over time with consistent practice. First, considering osteoarthritis is predominantly a Vata dosha imbalance, we should focus on pacifying Vata through diet and lifestyle changes. Introduce warming, nourishing foods such as soups, stews, and cooked grains, and avoid cold, dry, and raw foods that may aggravate Vata. Incorporate healthy fats like ghee and olive oil to lubricate joints. Daily self-massage with warm sesame or mahanarayan oil could be beneficial to prevent stiffness and facilitate circulation. Gentle yoga and stretching exercises tailored for arthritis can help maintain flexibility and reduce stiffness in hands and other joints. Always listen to your body and avoid overexertion, though, try aiming for consistency rather intensity. Since Heberden's nodes indicate chronicity, herbs like Boswellia, known in Ayurveda as Shallaki, and turmeric (Haridra) may provide natural anti-inflammatory benefits. Take turmeric with black pepper or formulated as curcumin supplements for better absorption. Consult an Ayurvedic practitioner for personalized herbal formulations. Ensuring proper digestion is vital for minimizing Ama (toxins) accumulation, so ensure light and digestible meals. Use spices like ginger and cumin in cooking to enhance agni, your digestive fire. Lastly, mindfulness and stress reduction techniques such as meditation can have a positive impact in managing pain perception. While these approaches require patience and adherence, you may find comfort knowing they address the root cause and promote overall balance. Regular follow-ups with an experienced practitioner would be helpful to adjust treatments as needed.

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