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Can Punarnavadi Guggulu Help with Persistent Joint Pain and Inflammation?
Orthopedic Disorders
Consultation #22492
1 year ago
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Can Punarnavadi Guggulu Help with Persistent Joint Pain and Inflammation? - #22492

Chloe
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I am dealing with some super frustrating health issues lately and I keep hearing about punarnavadi guggulu. So, about three months ago, I started having these really annoying joint pains, especially in my knees and lower back. It got so bad that I could barely get up from the couch without feeling like I’m 80 years old! I went to the doctor, had some tests done — everything came back fine, but I’m just not feeling right, y’know? Is this normal? I've read that punarnavadi guggulu might help with joint pain and inflammation, so I’m kinda curious about it. I’ve tried some other things — turmeric, ginger, even some foam rolling which was a bit of a disaster because I almost fell over my self a few times 😂. But nothing’s really clicking. So, can anyone share what they've experienced with punarnavadi guggulu? Like, how fast does it work? Are there any side effects that I should be worried about? I just want something to help me feel normal again, but I’m a little hesitant to jump into another remedy that might not work, ya know? Any advice would be game-changing right now! Thanks in advance!!!

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Dr. Arun Desai
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Hello Chloe

UR ISSUES BY UR WORD’S

* Super frustrating Annoying Joint Pain Knee Joint and Lower Back * Got Bad That U Barely Get Up from Couch * All Tests Done are Normal

"WHICH MEANS PAIN IS SEVERE (DOMINANT) THAN INFLAMMATION " ( 80 % Pain vs 20 % Inflammation) "

UR QUESTIONS REGARDING PUNARNAVADI GUGGULU

UR QUESTION 1 - Anyone’ve experienced with punarnavadi guggulu?

MY ANSWER - As Per My 20 Yrs Clinical Experience It’s Mainly Used and Works Well in Inflammatory condition and Not More in Painful conditions ( 80 % Antiinflammatory 20 % Painkiller effect).

" So I can say Not Ideal for Painful Conditions as u have now."

" U want Medicine which works Best for Pain and then Inflammation for Quick and Early Relief "

UR QUESTION No.2 :- how fast does it work?

MY ANSWER :- If Work’s Fast in reducing Inflammation at Least 10 Days .But Very Rarely in Pain.

" So I can Say Very Mild Kind of Pain Only manageable and Not Severe Kind of Pains through Punarnavadi Guggulu"

" My Clinical Experience regarding Punarnavadi Guggulu Its Suitable in Inflammatory Mild Pain Related issues and Not helpful in Moderate to Severe Pains "

UR QUESTION No.3 :-I’m a little hesitant to jump into another remedy that might not work. I just want something to help me feel normal again

MY ANSWER :- Don’t Hesitate.U Need " RIGHT OPTION" to Fix ur Issue. I will Surely Suggest 100 % Results Oriented Working Options. " I Don’t want to waste ur precious time and money."

U HAVE EARLY OSTEOARTHRITIS KNEE JOINT & LUMBAR SPONDYLITIS is Bone Joint Degenerative Disease leading Severe Pain Inflammation Stiffness Numbness Tingling Burning Sensation are Common Symptoms

• Ayurveda Surely Helps Arrest ongoing Degeneration speed and recover maximum possible It maintains Joint Physiology Strengthen Joints and Articular Structures like Joint Fluids Ligament tendons discs etc

IN MY CLINICAL PRACTICE I HAVE TREATED SUCH CASES SUCCESSFULLY WITH COMBINATION OF

“Ayurvedic Medicine + Ayurvedic Panchakarma+ Physical Activities Exercise+ Yoga + Lifestyle Modifications+ Stress Management+ Suppliments”

100 % WORKING AYURVEDIC MEDICINE U MUST TRY ( Pain Stiffness Oedema reduces Quickly)

• Tab.Peedantak Vati ( Patanajali Pharma) 2 -0- 2 After Food • Tab.Mahayograj Guggulu ( Dhootpapeshwar Pharma Compulsory) 1 -0- 1 After Food. • Tab.Boniheal ( Aimil Pharma) 1 -0- 1 After Food. • Rumalaya Liniment ( Himalaya Pharma) For Local Application Followed By Mild Massage and hot water bag Application/Fomentation • Mahanarayan Tailam ( Baidyanath Pharma) For Full Body Massage 30 mins Before Bath followed by Luke Warm Water Bath

INSTRUCTIONS TO FOLLOW IN KNEE & BACK PAIN

* Give Rest - Avoid Activities that triggers Pains * Heat Therapy- Relax Muscles and Ease Pain * Posture Corrections - Use Correct Appropriate Posture while Sitting Standing Lying Sleeping etc * Don’t Lift Weights Avoid Pushing Pulling Prolonged Standing * Avoid Long Travels

AYURVEDIC PANCHAKARMA

• Abhyang Sarvang Sweda Janu Kati Yog Basti under Guidance of Local Ayurvedic Panchakarma Specialist

DO’S - Prefer Alkaline Nutritious Leafy Vegetables Fruits salads sprouts Fibers etc Milk Products Gond Gum Resins Flaxseed Correction in Neck Back Postures Physiotherapy Mobility Flexibility Exercise Surya Namaskar Dhyan Meditation

DON’TS - Avoid Too Acidic Spicy Salty Sour Masala Fried Fast Juck Foods Bakery Fermented Sedentary Lifestyle Stress Bad Body Postures

SPECIAL EXERCISES

Under Guidance of Physiotherapy Mobility Stretch Exercise Heat Therapy Ultrasound Masaage

REGARDS

Dr Arun Desai

God Bless You 😊 🙏

If you have any questions u can ask me .I will answer to the level of your satisfaction.U have text option here.

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Dr. Maitri Bhavesh Kumar Acharya
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

lets first see what is Punarnavadi guggulu used for Joint inflammation and pain water retention and swelling uric acid imbalance ama pachana- mild

it might help you in your joint pain and according to me toxins(Ama) is blocking your joints, causing pain and stiffness , even without damage showing up in test punarnavadi guggulu is deepen, shothahara(anti-inflammatory) and Shobhana(detoxifying) so it work on root- level inflammation

take 2 tablets twice a day after meals with warm water

if pain is more with punarnavadi guggulu stat with rasanadi kasha - 15ml daily twice after meals with warm water Yogiraj guggulu- 2 tab twice after food

externally apply Dhawantari tail- massage for 15-20 min followed by heat pad steaming 10 minutes which help in reducing stiffness

some people may notice relief with punarnavadi guggulu in 7-10 days if inflammation is deep and chronic you have to take at least 3-4 weeks for relief and it may work faster if digestion is proper and diet is maintained have khichdi, soups warm water etc

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Dr. Suraj Amber
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

As you mentioned few symptoms, it looks like you have stiffness specially in morning which means you have (samta) cytokines in blood so you have to take proper treatment under doctors supervision with diet and lifestyle correction. I would suggest you to take ayurvedic medicines 1) Ajmodadi churna - 1/2 tea spoon twice a day after food. 2) singhnad guggul & Rumacare tablet - each 2 tablet twice a day after food. 3) Rumacare Oil for application on joints. Continue these medications for 21 days

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Dr. Surya Bhagwati
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Punarnava guggul will help in reducing inflammation and swelling, but punarnava guggul alone will not just help Along with punarnava guggul you will have to take Yograj guggul 1-0-1 Maharasnadi ghanvati 1-0-1 Avoid sour fermented foods Apply dhantrum oil in affected areas.

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Dr. Prasad Pentakota
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Instead of punarnavadi guggulu Try yograj guggulu- Peedantak vati- One tablet twice daily after food with warm water Dashamoola aristha- 4 tsp with equal quantity of water twice daily Mahanarayana taila- gentle massage After food

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Dr. Shaniba P
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Punarnavadi guugulu contains punarnava, haritaki, devadaru, guduchi, guggulu, and eranda tailam.

This mainly used as anti-inflammatory, diuretic, laxative.

It can be taken as 2 bd after food.

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Dr. Atul Painuli
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Hie chole yes punarnawadi guguglu reduced inflammation but not relived pain as such …you should take combination med with this take

Divya peedanil gold tab=2-2 tab before meal twice daily

Punarnawadi guguglu Moringa tab=1-1 tab after meal twice daily

Plzz avoid spicy packed food/chilied drinks/prolonged standing / heavy exercises

You should definitely relieved

Do pranayama regularly

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Dr. Snehal Tasgaonkar
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

As you mentioned all your test reports are fine and your age is 80yrs the pain is related to geriatric degenerative changes in the body.

Punarnavadi guggul will help but some people experience symptoms like piles and burning sensation in the stomach.

You can also use Tab. Ampachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food Cap. Palsinuron 1 cap twice a day before food Cap. Arnopein 1 cap twice a day before food

Syp. Dashmoolarishta 2 tsp twice a day after food.

Castor oil (SUNTHI SIDDH)(preferable) 3 tsp at bed time.

Light massage to the joints with sesame oil. Hot fomentation. Rotation movements of the joint as much possible for you to avoid rigidity post hot fomentation.

Daily minimum half an hour walking.

Include ragi millet, black eyed pea, milk, eggs in your diet. Avoid tea coffee and addictions

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Dr. Snehal Vidhate
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 year ago
5

Punarnavadi Guggulu is quite revered in traditional Ayurveda for its potential to help address joint pain and inflammation. It’s a classical Ayurvedic formulation that combines punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa) and guggulu (Commiphora mukul) - both known for their anti-inflammatory properties. The blend not only helps manage pain but can assist in eliminating toxins and reducing fluid retention that could be aggravating your condition.

With your symptoms predominantly affecting your knees and lower back, we could be looking at an underlying kapha imbalance causing ama (toxins) accumulation. Punarnavadi Guggulu works by promoting proper digestion and removing these accumulated toxins, thus alleviating the inflammation and pain. In terms of its effectiveness, some individuals report noticing improvement within a few weeks, but as with any natural remedy, consistency and patience are key.

However, it’s essential to consider your unique prakriti (constitution) and any potential contraindications. While generally safe, improper use of Ayurvedic medicines without professional guidance may lead to unwanted effects. Although side effects are rare, guggulu might occasionally cause agitation of the digestive tract for some individuals, particularly if consumed on an empty stomach.

It’s also crucial to integrate lifestyle and dietary changes to support the effect of Punarnavadi Guggulu. Incorporating anti-inflammatory foods such as turmeric and ginger, which you’re already trying, into your routine can be beneficial, especially when combined with regular light exercise or yoga to improve circulation and flexibility — avoiding intensive or high-impact activities until the pain subsides, though.

If you experience continued discomfort, it may be a good idea to reach a healthcare provider — an Ayurvedic practitioner if possible — to evaluate the root cause further, ensuring your overall treatment is tailored specifically to your needs. They can provide guidance on appropriate dosage and monitoring your progress. Remember, it’s always better to have a customized plan than to self-administer treatments, especially if the response is less than desirable initially.

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