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Arthritis, i am jayasankar, sixty two year old male, a professor in a college. I am diabetic and hypertensive. - #25597

Jayasankar J

Both of my knees and fingers are paining for the last five weeks. I saw a modern medicine doctor he told me in the xray of knees he can see degeneration of first degree. Climbing stairs in the college is giving piercing pain

Age: 62
Chronic illnesses: Diabetic and hypertensive
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Avoid sour and fermented food. Regular exercise. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Shallaki liniment for local massage. Cap.Stresscom 1-0-1 Tab.R compound 2-0-2 Tab.Rumalaya fort 1-0-1

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Hello Jayasankar ji, Thank you for sharing your concern. Based on your age and X-ray report, this sounds like early-stage osteoarthritis (Grade 1) a very common age-related condition in Ayurveda known as Sandhigata Vata.

The piercing pain in knees and fingers, especially while climbing stairs, reflects Vata imbalance, joint degeneration, and loss of lubrication in the joints.But dont worry we are here to help you out 😊

AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE

In Ayurveda, this condition is called: Sandhigata Vata Where Vata dosha localizes in joints (sandhi), leading to ➡️ Pain (shoola) ➡️Cracking sound ➡️ Stiffness ➡️ Swelling in some cases ➡️ Reduced mobility

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT ✅ Internal Medicines

1 Trayodashang Guggulu 2-0-2 after food ( helps to Reduces joint pain & stiffness) 2 Maharasnadi kashaya Tablets 2-0-2 ( Vata balancing and anti-inflammatory) 3 Nucart Oa 2 tablets after lunch ( helps to regenerate cartilage between the bones ) 4 Dashamoolarishta 15ml-0-15ml after meals Anti-inflammatory and rejuvenating 5 GT 2 cap at bed time ( Reduces peripheral joint pain)

✅ PANCHAKARMA (for 7 days)

1 JANU ABHYNGA WITH MAHANRAYANA TAILA (oil massage on both knees with medicated oil ) 2 DASHMOOL PARISHEKHA ( medicated warm kashya pouring on the joint) 3 UPNAHA WITH PPS (will reduce local inflammation and sewlling 4 JANU BASTI WITH MAHANARAYANA TAILA ( oleation therapy locally)

AS YOUR KNEES ARE ON FIRST STAGE OR EARLY STAGE OF DEGENERATION ITS BETTER TO GO FOR PANCHAKARMA FOR BETTER AND FAST RECOVERY

✅DIET MODIFICATION

✅ INCLUDE Warm, soft-cooked food Moong dal, barley, garlic, ginger Cow ghee, sesame oil, turmeric Soup made of drumstick, carrot, bottle gourd Lukewarm water throughout the day

❌ Avoid:

Cold food or drinks Dry, spicy, or deep-fried items Curd at night Long periods of sitting without movement

✅Joint-Friendly TIPS

☑️Use knee cap or support while climbing stairs ☑️Do mild exercises in warm sunlight: like leg raising ☑️Avoid overexertion; take rest between tasks ☑️Perform gentle yoga

You are at the right stage to reverse this without progressing the situation towards surgery. With conaistency and the right Ayurveda support, you can regain mobility, reduce pain, and keep your joints healthy for years to come.

Wishing you a pain-free and active life

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

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First of all avoid vatavardhak ahar vihar like pea,brinjal,too spicy,bitter,astringent etc. And start taking1.Maharasnadi kwath 20ml with equal amount of Luke water empty stomach b.d. 2.mahayograj guggulu 1-0-1 for chewing 3.tab.Rumalya forte 1-1-1 HIMALAYA 4.JANU BASTI WITH KSHEERBALA TAILAM… Follow up after 15 days 4.

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Regular abhyang (massage) of knee can reduce your problem Apply Mahanarayana Oil regularly

Internally Mahayogaraj Guggulu 1-0-1 Mukta vati 1-0-1 Chandraprabha vati 1-0-1

Avoid spicy and junked food

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Arthritis is due to age factor…low level of vit d3/omega and calcium levels…due to heavy weight it’s worsens sometimes … But it’s curable…please do:-

Divya peedanil gold tab=1-1 tab before meal twice daily

Divya ORTHOGRIT TAB Nutrela BONE HEALTH NUTRELA D2K k tab=1-1 tab each after meal twice daily…

Erand paka =1 tsp with milk at night…

AVOID sour/chilled foods

Do suksm yoga and Pranayam like= kapalbhati/bhramri/…brisk walk

You can cured definitely

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Hi jayasankar this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem… These complaints are purely age related problems…just by medicine symptomatic management is done but for proper treatment you need to go through with BASTI procedure near by ayurvedic hospital That helps u the best to manage your problem Rx- T. Yogaraja guggulu 1-0-1 after food Rasnasaptaka kashaya 10ml twice before food Murivenna taila - external application around knee joint ( luke warm the taila gentle masage the warm water bath) This will helps to relieve your symptoms

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Based on your symptoms — persistent pain in both knees and fingers for the past 5 weeks, and X-ray findings indicating Grade I joint degeneration — this appears to be an early stage of Sandhivata (degenerative joint condition) as per Ayurveda. Since finger joints are also involved, we must consider the possibility of Aamavata (inflammatory arthritis caused by metabolic toxins), especially in the presence of digestive imbalance.

Also noting your age (62 years) and history of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) and Hypertension (HTN), the treatment plan must be gentle, Vata-pacifying, and safe for long-term use.

Recommended Tests for Confirmation Please get the following lab investigations done if not already completed:

RA Factor

Anti-CCP Antibody

CRP, ESR

Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12

Serum Calcium

Serum Uric Acid

These will help us confirm the diagnosis and rule out any underlying autoimmune or nutritional issues.

Suggested Ayurvedic Treatment (Initial Plan) Internal Medicines (to be taken only after in-person Ayurvedic consultation):

Trayodashang Guggulu – 2 tablets twice a day after meals

Boniheal Tablet – 2 tablets twice a day

Herbal Decoction (Bala, Erandmool, Ashwagandha, Rasna, Shatavari, Vidari) – 40 ml twice daily

Praval Panchamrit – 1 tablet twice daily

Avipattikar Churna – 3 gm at bedtime with warm water

External & Panchakarma Therapies (if accessible):

Snehana (medicated oil massage)

Swedana (herbal steam)

Janu Basti (oil therapy for knees)

Mild Basti therapy (under medical supervision)

Lifestyle Tips:

Eat warm, freshly cooked food. Avoid curd, fermented items, and cold/raw food.

Use ghee and digestive herbs (dry ginger, garlic, ajwain) in moderation.

Gentle movement, such as slow walking or joint-friendly yoga, is beneficial.

Important Advice Before Starting Treatment Since this is a chronic condition and you also have diabetes and hypertension, I strongly recommend meeting a nearby Ayurvedic doctor in person before starting the above medicines. This will help ensure proper assessment of your body type (Prakriti), current stage of disease (Avastha), and appropriate customizations in medicine and dosage. I trust this advice will be of benefit to you.

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Take yograj guggul 1-0-1 Mahavatvidhvansh vati 1-0-1 Maharasnadi ghanvati 1-0-1 All after food with water Apply warm mahanarayan oil on affected area twice daily Take laxadi guggul 1 -0-1 after food with water Avoid fermented foods like idli, dosa, … Also sour foods like pickle, imli, sour curds, raw mango… Wear knee cap during the day can remove at bedtime. Do knee strengthening yogasana/ exercise.daily. Walk on straight and even surfaces.

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Hello, Hope your recent HbA1C is within normal limits. If your doctor has told you it is early states of arthritis the following will help you. Please use for 120 days 1. Cap. Zeotone plus(avn) 2—0—2 after food 2. Yogaraja Guggulu 2----0----2 crushed,mixed with medicine no.3 3. Rasnasapthakam kashayam 20ml—0–20ml with 80 ml of boiled cooled water at 0600AM and at 0600 PM 4. Apply the mix of following oil every day to all the joints after grating to luke warm. Muru enna+sahacharadi thailam

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Hello sir… Its purely due to age factor… Like as Arthritis… Need warm compression & rest with supplements… You will be alright… No need to warry

Visit near by Ayurvedic doctor & take treatment 👍 Nothing serious…

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HELLO JAYASANKAR SIR,

Think of your knee joint as a cushion system where bones move smoothly over each other because of a slippery layer called Cartilage.

This is a subtype of Vatavyadhi and correlates to osteoarthritis in modern terms -SANDHI= joint -VATA= dry, mobile, cold principle -SANDHIVATA= vata getting lodged in joints, leading to pain, stiffness, crepitus, degeneration

your pain worsening while climbing stairs and in fingers indicates both gross joint involvement knees and small joint vata aggravation(fingers)

COMPLICATING FACTOR

-DIABETES(MADHUMEHA)-> causes dryness, tissue loss, and nerve sensitivity -> increase vata and slows tissue regenration

-HYPERTENSION(raktagata vata/pittaja vyadhi)-> may contribute to stiffness , inflammation, and blood vessel changes.

-Your age(62)-> jara janya vata vriddhi- age- related increase in vata naturally predisposes to degeneration

so the pain, stiffness, and functional. limitation stem from a chronic, dry, degenerative vata pathology, compounded by impaired metabolism(from diabetes), circulatory issues (from bp), and likely ama(toxins/metabollic waste) in early stages.

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) YOGARAJ GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after food with lukewarm water = anti-inflammatory, vata balancing

2) MAHARASNADI KASHAYA= 15 ml with warm water twice daily before meals =joint pain and stiffness

3) SHALLAKI= 1 tab 500 g twice daily after meals with lukewarm water = natural painkiller slows cartilage loss

4) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime =strengthens bones, muscle relaxant

5) GUDUCHI CAPSULES = 2 cap daily in morning = immunomodulatory, detoxifier

6) SIMHANADA GUGGULU = 1 tab twice daily after meals = stiffness with ama

EXTERNAL TREATMENT

1) OIL MASSAGE= MAHANARAYAN TAILA -warm oil application with gentle massage daily -promotes circulation and reduces stiffness

2) STEAM THERAPY -after massage give steam for better absorption -reduces inflammation, opens channels

PACHAKARMA ADVISED -BASTI THERAPY= most effective vat treatment, lubricates joints internally -JANU BASTI= warm medicated oil is retained over nee joint -PATRA PINDA SWEDA= reduces pain, stiffness, and inflammation

DIET -warm, cooked food only-never eat cold or raw food -Ghee- 1 tsp / day(natural joint lubricant) - soups- bone broth, vegetables or moong dal soup with ginger - green vegetables= steamed or lightly sauteed -grains= wheat, rice, barley, millets- warm and soft - Milk- warm cows milk with turmeric or ashwagandha -spices= turmeric, ginger, garlic, cumin, ajwain= helps digestion and inflammation -Fruits= ripe bananas, papaya, apples-stewed, figs

AVOID THESE STRICTLY -cold items= refrigerated food, cold water, ice cream -dry foods= popcorn, dry toast, chips, crackers -sour curd and yogurt= especially at night(it increases inflammation) -too much salt or sugar - nightshade vegetables in excess= like brinjal, tomato, potatoes -alcohol and smoking-they dry joints and worsen degenration -fermented food- pickles, vinegar

LIFESTYLE- DAILY HABITS -gentle walking or yoga every day- keep moving but avoid strain -use knee cap for support if walking is painful -take warm water sips throughout the day-helps vata and digestion -keep body warm-avoid exposure to cold air or water -practice slow deep breathing or meditation-reduces pain sensitivity -sleep early-helps tissue repair

AVOID -sitting in the same position for too long -high-impact exercises= like jumping, running, stairs - sleeping late at night -daytime naps= especially after heavy meals - sudden jerky movements -stress=it increases pain perception and vata imbalance

HOME REMEDIES -turmeric milk= 1 cup at bedtime -fenugreek seeds soaked overnight= eat in the morning -garlic in ghee= chew 1-2 cloves cooked in ghee = good for joints -castor oil= 1 tsp before bed once a week as mild detox

YOGA ASANA -tadasana -vrikshasana -setu bandhasana -supta padangusthasana -ananda balasana -marjariasana

SIMPLE STRENGTHENING EXERCISES -quad sets=10-15 reps -heel slides=10 reps each side - seated leg raises= 5-10 reps - ankle rotations -wall support squats

GRADE 1 OA is curable easily but it does require consistent effort in: -Diet -Daily movement -Ayurvedic medicines -Local external therapy

You can definitely experience relief from pain, better mobility and delay or avoid surgery for years if you manage it and follow this consistently

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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hello Jayasankar, Your joints are slowly wearing out that’s what first-degree degeneration means. It’s the early stage of osteoarthritis, where the cushion (cartilage) inside your knee joint starts thinning, and the bones begin rubbing more. In Ayurveda, this is known as Sandhigata Vata, where Vata dosha enters the joint spaces and dries up the lubricating fluids, causing pain, stiffness, and even finger joint discomfort.Diabetes and age both add to this dryness and degeneration. But the good news is since it’s early stage, we can control it well. The aim now is to reduce inflammation, strengthen the joints, and bring back lubrication so that your pain reduces and walking becomes easier.

Ayurvedic Treatment Plan (Continue for 3–4 months)

1. Internal Medicines

Yogaraja Guggulu – 2 tabs twice daily after food Simhanada Guggulu – 2 tabs twice daily after food Maharasnadi Kashayam – 15 ml with equal warm water before meals, twice a day Ashwagandha Churna – ½ tsp with warm milk at night Dashamoolarishtam – 15 ml after meals with equal water

2. External Treatment (Very important)

Apply Dhanwantaram Taila or Pinda Taila warm on knees and fingers daily before bath Weekly Abhyanga (oil massage) and Swedana (steam) therapy will help a lot If nearby clinic offers it, Janu Basti on knees once a week for 4 weeks gives deep relief

3. Diet & Lifestyle

Avoid curd, cold foods, heavy fried items Include warm water, ghee, garlic, methi, drumstick in diet Avoid sitting cross-legged or squatting Try to use elevator if pain is high while climbing Walk on flat ground daily for 15–20 mins (avoid stairs till pain reduces) This plan will reduce joint inflammation, nourish the tissues, and slow down further degeneration. If you continue steadily, climbing stairs and walking will become more manageable.

If you have any doubts, you can contact me. Take care, regards, dr.Karthika

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Degeneration in the knees, especially when combined with pain in the fingers, points to osteoarthritis, a common condition at your age. Considering your diabetes and hypertension, it’s essential to approach treatment with balance. In Ayurveda, osteoarthritis is related to ‘Vata’ imbalance. Let’s address this by focusing on diet, lifestyle, and specific therapies suitable for you.

Start with your diet. Favor warm, cooked foods and avoid cold, raw vegetables as they can aggravate Vata. Include ghee, sesame oil, and spices like ginger and turmeric, which have anti-inflammatory properties, in your meals—these can help reduce stiffness and pain. Cut down on processed foods and refined sugars as they can exacerbate your condition, and it’s also crucial for managing your diabetes.

Regarding lifestyle, moderate exercise is important, but it shouldn’t push through pain. Swimming or cycling can be gentler on the knees compared to walking or climbing stairs. Also, regular stretching can help; focus on stretches that enhance mobility in the knees and fingers, but do so within a comfortable range.

You might benefit from Ayurvedic practices such as Abhyanga (oil massage) using warm sesame oil or medicated oils like Mahanarayan oil. Applying gentle pressure during massage helps improve circulation and reduce Vata imbalance. Perform this consistently in the morning, but ensure the oil temperature is warm to enhance penetration.

Consider herbal supplements like Ashwagandha or Shallaki (Boswellia) after consulting with an Ayurvedic practitioner to verify compatibility with your current medications. These can aid in reducing inflammation and supporting joint health.

Keep in mind, the urgency of pain management should be balanced with ongoing safer management of your diabetes and hypertension. Ensure consistent follow-up with your primary healthcare provider, especially when integrating new herbs or therapies, to avoid any interactions or adverse effects.

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Yograj guggulu Neemghan vati

1 tab twice daily after food with lukewarm water Mahanarayana taila- gentle massage over knees Avoid spicy Avoid spicy sour non veg foods

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DEAR PROF. JAYASANKAR,

Thank you for your detailed information. Based on what you’ve described- age 62, long standing diabetes and hypertension, recent joint pain in the knees and fingers and radiographic evidence of Grade 1 osteoarthritis- your condition is consistent with early osteoarthritis likely complicated by diabetic joint changes and systemic inflammation.

Your symptoms corresponds with -Sandhivata=degenerative joint disease/osteoarthritis -Possibly with vatavyadhi and involvement of Ama (undigested toxins) due to metabolic sluggishness from diabetes

INTERNAL TREATMENT

1) HIMALAYA RUMALAYA FORTE= 1 tab twice daily after food =anti inflammatory, relieves joint stiffness and pain

2) AVN ARTHRONAV TABLETS= 1 tab twice daily in morning and night = vata related joint disorders, reduces degeneration

3) DHOOTPAPESHWAR RHUMAYOG GOLD= 1 tab twice daily after food =pain relief in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis

4) BAIDYANTH SANDHIVATI(WITH GUGGULU)= 1 tab twice daily before food = joint stiffness, early degeneration

5) CHARAK ARTHRELLA TABLETS= 2 tabs twice daily after food = osteoarthritis and other degenerative joint disease

6) IMPCOPS JOD RAKSHAK= 2 tabs twice daily in morning and night = joint protector, useful for degenerative arthritis

7) ZANDU ORTHO VEDIC CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily after meals = pain, inflammation, stiffness

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) OIL APPLICATIONS= DHANWANTARAM TAILA =warm oil slightly add pinch of turmeric and rock salt and massage daily twice

2) STEAM= after massage take warm water bath or hot water dipped towel steam

3) PASTE= rasnadi churna+castor oil warm paste application for 30 minutes daily

DIET -warm, cooked, easy to digest foods - barley, horse gram, green gram - garlic, ginger, turmeric in food - lukewarm water daily

AVOID -cold, dry, or processed foods -excess curd, refrigerated items -sitting or standing for long hourd - excess stair climbing- consider lift usage if possible

GENTLE YOGA= pawanmuktasana, vajrasana, and mild joint rotations

PRANAYAM= nadi sodhana and Bhramari to reduce stress and improve circulation

TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at night for mild detox and gut support

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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I am Dr. Maitri, currently in my 2nd year of MD in Dravyaguna, and yeah, I run my own Ayurvedic clinic in Ranoli where I’ve been seeing patients for 2 years now. Honestly, what pulled me into this path deeper is how powerful herbs really are—when used right. Not just randomly mixing churnas but actually understanding their rasa, virya, vipaka etc. That’s kinda my zone, where textbook knowledge meets day-to-day case handling. My practice revolves around helping people with PCOD, acne, dandruff, back pain, stiffness in knees or joints that never seem to go away. And I don’t jump to giving a long list of medicines straight away—first I spend time figuring out their prakriti, their habits, food cycle, what triggers what… basically all the small stuff that gets missed. Then comes the plan—herbs (single or compound), some diet reshuffling, and always some lifestyle nudges. Sometimes they’re tiny, like sleep timing. Sometimes big like proper seasonal detox. Being into Dravyaguna helps me get into the depth of herbs more confidently. I don’t just look at the symptom—I think okay what guna will counter this? Should the drug be snigdha, ushna, tikta? Is there a reverse vipaka that’ll hurt the agni? I ask these questions before writing any combo. That’s made a huge diff in outcomes. Like I had this case of chronic urticaria that would flare up every week, and just tweaking the herbs based on sheetala vs ushna nature... helped calm the system in 3 weeks flat. Not magic, just logic. I also work with women who are struggling with hormonal swings, mood, delayed periods or even unexplained breakouts. When hormones go haywire, the skin shows, digestion slows, and mind gets foggy too. I keep my approach full-circle—cleansing, balancing, rejuvenating. No quick fixes, I tell them early on. What I’m hoping to do more of now is make Ayurveda feel practical. Not overwhelming. Just simple tools—ahara, vihara, aushadha—used consistently, with some trust in the body’s own healing. I’m still learning, still refining, but honestly, seeing people feel in control of their health again—that’s what keeps me rooted to this.
5
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Dr. Surya Bhagwati
I am a Senior Ayurveda Physician with more than 28 years in this field — and trust me, it still surprises me how much there is to learn every single day. Over these years, I’ve had the chance to treat over 1 lakh patients (probably more by now honestly), both through in-person consults and online. Some come in with a mild cough, others with conditions no one’s been able to figure out for years. Each case brings its own rhythm, and that’s where real Ayurveda begins. I still rely deeply on classical tools — *Nadi Pariksha*, *Roga-Rogi Pariksha*, proper *prakriti-vikriti* mapping — not just ticking symptoms into a list. I don’t believe in ready-made cures or generic charts. Diagnosis needs attention. I look at how the disease behaves *inside* that specific person, which doshas are triggering what, and where the imbalance actually started (hint: it’s usually not where the pain is). Over the years I’ve worked with pretty much all age groups and all kinds of health challenges — from digestive upsets & fevers to chronic, autoimmune, hormonal, metabolic and degenerative disorders. Arthritis, diabetes, PCOD, asthma, thyroid... but also things like unexplained fatigue or joint swelling that comes and goes randomly. Many of my patients had already “tried everything else” before they walked into Ayurveda, and watching their systems respond slowly—but surely—is something I don’t take lightly. My line of treatment usually combines herbal formulations (classical ones, not trendy ones), Panchakarma detox when needed, and realistic dietary and lifestyle corrections. Long-term healing needs long-term clarity — not just short bursts of symptom relief. And honestly, I tell patients that too. I also believe patient education isn’t optional. I explain things. Why we’re doing virechana, why the oil changed mid-protocol, why we pause or shift the meds after a few weeks. I want people to feel involved, not confused. Ayurveda works best when the patient is part of the process, not just receiving instructions. Even now I keep learning — through texts, talks, patient follow-ups, sometimes even mistakes that taught me what not to do. And I’m still committed, still fully into it. Because for me, this isn’t just a job. It’s a lifelong responsibility — to restore balance, protect *ojas*, and help each person live in tune with themselves. That’s the real goal.
5
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Dr. Manjula
I am an Ayurveda practitioner who’s honestly kind of obsessed with understanding what really caused someone’s illness—not just what hurts, but why it started in the first place. I work through Prakruti-Vikruti pareeksha, tongue analysis, lifestyle patterns, digestion history—little things most ppl skip over, but Ayurveda doesn’t. I look at the whole system and how it’s interacting with the world around it. Not just, like, “you have acidity, take this churna.” My main focus is on balancing doshas—Vata, Pitta, Kapha—not in a copy-paste way, but in a very personalized, live-and-evolving format. Because sometimes someone looks like a Pitta imbalance but actually it's their aggravated Vata stirring it up... it’s layered. I use herbal medicine, ahar-vihar (diet + daily routine), lifestyle modifications and also just plain conversations with the patient to bring the mind and body back to a rhythm. When that happens—healing starts showing up, gradually but strongly. I work with chronic conditions, gut imbalances, seasonal allergies, emotional stress patterns, even people who just “don’t feel right” anymore but don’t have a name for it. Prevention is also a huge part of what I do—Ayurveda isn’t just for after you fall sick. Helping someone stay aligned, even when nothing feels urgent, is maybe the most powerful part of this science. My entire practice is rooted in classical Ayurvedic texts—Charaka, Sushruta, Ashtanga Hridayam—and I try to stay true to the system, but I also speak to people where they’re at. That means making the treatments doable in real life. No fancy lists of herbs no one can find. No shloka lectures unless someone wants them. Just real healing using real logic and intuition together. I care about precision in diagnosis. I don’t rush that part. I take time. Because one wrong assumption and you’re treating the shadow, not the source. And that’s what I try to avoid. My goal isn’t temporary relief—it’s to teach the body how to not need constant fixing. When someone walks away lighter, clearer, more in tune with their system—that’s the actual win.
5
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Dr. Snehal Vidhate
I am Dr. Snehal Vidhate, born n brought up in Maharashtra—and honestly, for as long as I remember I’ve felt this pull towards Ayurveda. Not the fancy version ppl throw around, but the deep, real kind that actually helps ppl. I did my BAMS from YMT Ayurvedic Medical College in Kharghar. That’s where I got my basics strong—like really studied the shastras, understood prakriti, doshas, the whole deal. Not just crammed theory but started to see how it shows up in real lives. After finishing BAMS, I got into this one-year certificate course at Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth, Delhi—honestly a turning point. I was super lucky to learn Kerala Ayurveda from my Guru, Prof. Dr. G.G. Gangadharan. He’s got this way of seeing things... simple but deep. That time with him taught me more than any textbook ever could. It kinda reshaped how I look at health, healing n how precise Ayurveda can be when you respect its roots. Right now I’m doing my MD in Panchakarma from SDM Ayurveda College, Bangalore. This place is like a hub for serious Ayurveda work. The Panchakarma training here? Super intense. We go deep into detoxification & rasayana therapy—not just theory again, but hands-on. I’m learning to blend classical techniques with today’s clinical demands.. like how to make Vamana or Basti actually doable in modern patient setups. My current practice is really about merging tradition with logic. Whether it’s chronic skin issues, gut problems, stress burnout or hormone stuff—my goal is to get to the root, not just hush the symptoms. I use Panchakarma when needed, but also a lot of ahara-vihara tweaks, medhya herbs, sometimes just slowing ppl down a bit helps. I really believe Ayurveda’s power is in its simplicity when done right. I don’t try to fix ppl—I work *with* them. And honestly, every patient teaches me something back.
5
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Dr. Atul Painuli
I am Vaidya Atul Painuli, currently working as an Ayurvedic Consultant at Patanjali Chikitsalaya, Delhi... been here a while now. My focus from the start—over 10+ yrs in this field—has been to stay true to what Ayurveda *actually* is, not just surface-level remedies or buzzwords. I’ve treated a wide mix of patients, from people battling chronic illnesses to those just looking to fix their lifestyle before it leads to disease (which is v underrated tbh). During these years, I kinda shaped my practice around the idea that one solution never fits all. Whether it’s diabetes, gut disorders, stress-related problems or hormone issues—everything goes back to the root, the *nidana*. I usually go with classic Ayurvedic meds, but I mix it up with Panchakarma, diet tweaks and daily routine correction, depending on the case. Most of the time, ppl don’t even realize how much their habits are feeding into the problem. It’s not just about herbs or massages... though those are important too. At Patanjali Chikitsalaya, I see patients from literally all walks of life—office-goers, elderly, even young kids sometimes. Everyone’s got something diff going on, which keeps me grounded. What I try to do is not just treat the symptoms but help ppl *see* what’s happening in their bodies and minds. Like Ayurveda says—if your digestion, sleep and emotions are off... then eventually health’s gonna wobble. I don’t promise quick results but I do stay with my patients through the process, adjusting things based on how they respond. That part makes a big difference I think. For me, Ayurveda isn’t a “last resort” kinda thing—it’s a system that can prevent 80% of the lifestyle diseases ppl suffer from today, if done right. My goal? Just to keep doing this in a way that feels real, grounded, and actually helps ppl—not overwhelm them with too much jargon or fear. Just practical, clean, honest healing.
5
56 reviews
Dr. Vinayak Kamble
I am about 1 year into my practice journey n honestly that feels both small n big at the same time. When I first started, I wasn’t sure how quickly I could adjust from academic space into real clinical care, but gradually with each patient I learnt something more. My main focus is on pain management—conditions like knee joint pain, sciatica, lumbar back ache, spondylitis, tennis elbow, golfer elbow, frozen shoulder, heel pain etc. I try to combine careful diagnosis with treatments rooted in Ayurveda yet explained in practical way so patients don’t feel lost. Sometimes progress is slow, sometimes quick, but always there is learning in it. During this year I also kept my dedication toward research and evidence-based approach. I worked on presenting ideas and papers in academic forums whenever I got chance, and even managed to publish in journals that value Ayurveda in modern context. That gave me confidence that my small contributions can add to bigger discussions in medical field. In my postgraduate study I had finished Medicine with top score in my batch, which felt rewarding but also left me with responsibility to keep proving that I deserve that position. Honestly, academic achievements are good but real test is when someone walks in pain and goes back with relief, even if just partial at first. Sometimes patients expect instant cure, n that is where I try to keep balance—explaining how pain relief in conditions like frozen shoulder or spondylitis may take staged approach, while also keeping them hopeful. Ayurveda gives a framework but patient trust makes the treatment effective. One year is not a long time but it has been enough to show me the value of consistency, clarity and listening more than talking. My aim is not just treating pain but helping people understand their body better, manage lifestyle triggers, and feel supported in the journey of healing!!
5
62 reviews
Dr. Isha Bhardwaj
I am someone who kinda learned early that medicine isn’t just about protocols or pills—like, it’s more about people, right? I did my BAMS with proper grounding in both classical Ayurveda and also the basics of modern med, which honestly helped me see both sides better. During internship, I got to work 6 months at Civil Hospital Sonipat—very clinical, very fast paced—and the other 6 at our own Ayurvedic hospital in the college. That mix showed me how blending traditional and integrative care isn't just theory, it actually works with real patients. After that I joined Kbir Wellness, an Ayurvedic aushdhalaya setup, where I dived into Naadi Pariksha—like really deep. It’s weird how much you can tell from pulse if you just listen right?? Doing regular consultations there sharpened my sense of prakriti, vikriti and how doshas show up subtle first. I used classical Ayurvedic texts to shape treatment plans, but always kept the patient’s routine, mental space and capacity in mind. Also I was part of some health camps around Karnal and Panipat—especially in govt schools and remote areas. That part really stays with me. You get to help ppl who dont usually have access to consistent care, and you start valuing simple awareness more than anything. I kinda think prevention should be a bigger focus in Ayurveda, like we keep talking about root cause but don’t always reach people before it gets worse. My whole method is pretty much built around that—root-cause treatment, yes, but also guiding patients on how to live with their body instead of fighting symptoms all the time. I rely a lot on traditional diagnostics like Naadi, but I mix that with practical therapies they can actually follow. No point in giving hard-to-do regimens if someone’s already overwhelmed. I keep it flexible. Most of my plans include dietary changes, natural formulations, lifestyle corrections and sometimes breathwork, daily rhythms and all that. I’m not here to just “treat illness”—what I really aim for is helping someone feel like they’ve got a handle on their own health again. That shift from just surviving to kinda thriving... that’s what I look for in every case.
5
548 reviews
Dr. Prasad Pentakota
ChatGPT said: I am Dr. P. Prasad, and I’ve been in this field for 20+ years now, working kinda across the board—General Medicine, Neurology, Dermatology, Cardiology—you name it. Didn’t start out thinking I’d end up spanning that wide, but over time, each area sort of pulled me in deeper. And honestly, I like that mix. It lets me look at a patient not just through one lens but a whole system-wide view... makes more sense when treating something that won’t fit neatly in one category. I’ve handled everything from day-to-day stuff like hypertension, diabetes, or skin infections to more serious neuro and cardiac problems. Some cases are quick—diagnose, treat, done. Others take time, repeated check-ins, figuring out what’s really going on beneath those usual symptoms. And that’s where the detail matters. I’m pretty big on thorough diagnosis and patient education—because half the problem is ppl just not knowing what’s happening inside their own body. What’s changed for me over years isn’t just knowledge, it’s how much I lean on listening. If you miss what someone didn’t say, you might also miss their actual illness. And idk, after seeing it play out so many times, I do believe combining updated medical practice with basic empathy really shifts outcomes. Doesn’t have to be complicated... it just has to be consistent. I keep up with research too—new drugs, diagnostics, cross-specialty updates etc., not because it’s trendy, but cuz it’s necessary. Patients come in better read now than ever. You can’t afford to fall behind. The end goal’s the same tho—help them heal right, not just fast. Ethical practice, evidence-based, and sometimes just being there to explain what’s going on. That’s what I stick to.
5
335 reviews
Dr. Ayush Varma
I am an Ayurvedic physician with an MD from AIIMS—yeah, the 2008 batch. That time kinda shaped everything for me... learning at that level really forces you to think deeper, not just follow protocol. Now, with 15+ years in this field, I mostly work with chronic stuff—autoimmune issues, gut-related problems, metabolic syndrome... those complex cases where symptoms overlap n patients usually end up confused after years of going in circles. I don’t rush to treat symptoms—I try to dig into what’s actually causing the system to go off-track. I guess that’s where my training really helps, especially when blending classical Ayurveda with updated diagnostics. I did get certified in Panchakarma & Rasayana therapy, which I use quite a lot—especially in cases where tissue-level nourishment or deep detox is needed. Rasayana has this underrated role in post-illness recovery n immune stabilization, which most people miss. I’m pretty active in clinical research too—not a full-time academic or anything, but I’ve contributed to studies on how Ayurveda helps manage diabetes, immunity burnout, stress dysregulation, things like that. It’s been important for me to keep a foot in that evidence-based space—not just because of credibility but because it keeps me from becoming too rigid in practice. I also get invited to speak at wellness events n some integrative health conferences—sharing ideas around patient-centered treatment models or chronic care via Ayurvedic frameworks. I practice full-time at a wellness centre that’s serious about Ayurveda—not just the spa kind—but real, protocol-driven, yet personalised medicine. Most of my patients come to me after trying a lot of other options, which makes trust-building a huge part of what I do every single day.
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