Overthinking , anxiety, muscle stiffness - #26122

HELLO RIDDHI, What you are experiencing is clearly distressing and exhausting. The cluster of symptoms- seasonal anxiety(during monsoon), muscle stiffness, fatigue, knuckle pain, gastric issues, and mental overactivity- suggests a combination of Vata and Pitta imbalance in Ayurvedic terms, possibly aggravated by Ama(toxins) and seasonal changes affecting your Manas(mind) and Sharira(body). 1) VATA IMBALANCE SYMPTOMS= overthinking, tremors, stiffness, dryness, insomnia, fatigue -Vata is aggravated in the rainy season as the atmosphere becomes moist and unstable, disturbing the naturally cold and dry vata dosha 2) PITTA DISTURBANCE -mental hyperactivity, sleep disturbances, irritability, digestive fire irregularities -pitta gets disturbed during the shift from summer to monsoon, especially if there's acid reflux or gastric issues 3) AMA(toxin accumulation) -your gastric symptoms and fatigue suggest poor digestion(mandagni), leading to toxin buildup - Ama blocks the channels , including the manovaha srotas(mind Chanels) , leading to mental fog and anxiety YOUR CONDITION ANALYSIS Overthinking, racing thoughts= vata in manovaha srotas(mind channels), aggravated by Rajas guna Anxiety, panic, trembling= vata-pitta imbalance, especially in majja dhatu(nervous tissue) Muscle stiffness, knuckle pain= accumulated vata in asthi and majja dhatu, possibly Ama obstructing srotas Fatigue, brain fog, poor memory= Mandagni(low digestion) + srotorodha (channel blockages) from Ama(toxins) Sleep disturbances, unfreshed slee= hyperactive Manas, vata derangement, weak Taraka kapha Gastric issues= vishamngni (irregular digestion), disturbed samana and Apana Vata Seasonal pattern(July-sept)= Varsha Ritu, when vata naturally increases, and agni is suppressed INTERNAL MEDICATIONS ** FOR ANXIETY, OVERTHINKING, POOR SLEEP 1) SARASWATARISHTA= 20 ml with water after meals twice daily =nourishes brain and calms mind 2) MANASMITRA VATAKAM= 1 tab at bedtime =deep anxiolytic , improves quality of sleep 3) ASHWAGANDHA + TAGARA CHURNA= 1 tsp + 1/2 tsp at night with warm milk =adaptogenic, stress , strengthens nervous system, natural sedative promotes sleep ** FOR MUSCLE STIFFNESS AND JOINT/KNUCLES PAIN 1) MAHARASNADI KASHAYA= 40 ml. before meals twice daily with water =relieves muscle stiffness, joint issues 2) RASNADI GUGGULU= 1 tab after meals twice daily =anti-inflammatory, anti-vata 3) SHALLAKI CAPSULES= 1 cap after meals twice daily =reduces pain, inflammation ** FOR DIGESTION, GAS, AND AMA REMOVAL 1) HINGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals =improves digestion, removes vata in abdomen 2) TRIKATU CHURNA= 1gm after meals with honey =stimulates agni, burns toxins 3) AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA= 1 tsp at night with warm water= only if acidity =relieves acidity and constipation 4) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals =liver and metabolism detox support IF ACCESSIBLE, THIS IS ESSENTIAL BEFORE RAINY SEASON= PANCHAKARMA 1) ABHYANGA with Mahanarayan taila daily =vata pacification, relaxes nervous system, removes stiffness 2) SWEDANA= opens channels, relieves muscle tightness after massage 3) SHIRODHARA= calms mental overactivity, reduces insomnia and anxiety 4) BASTI(medicated enema)= cleanses vata from colon, deeply rejuvinates nervous system SHOULD BE PERFORM BY EXPERT AYURVEDIC PHYSICIAN ** DIET = vata pacifying and digestive enhancing EAT - warm, cooked, soft, slightly oily food -rice+moong dal khichdi, ghee, boiled vegetbles - soups with cumin, black pepper, turmeric - buttermilk spiced with roasted cumin and salt - warm herbal teas= ginger, ajwain, tulsi, brahmi AVOID -raw salads - cold food and drinks -caffeine- excess tea/coffee -fermented , sour, fried, and dry food - wheat in excess switch to rice or millet if digestion is poor -daytime naps -especially after lunch LIFESTYLE -wake up by 6:0 am -sleep by 10 pm -daily routine= start with tongue scrapping , warm water, 5 min oil massage EXERCISE= gentle yoga (30-45 minutes daily morning) 1) GROUNDING AND WARM UP -subtle joint movements= neck rolls, shoulder rotations, wrist/ankle circles- gentle and slow -Cat cow stretch=improves spinal flexibility, massage internal organs -pelvic tilts and spinal flexes(lying down)= releases stiffness in Lowe back and hips MAIN ASANA= 15-20 MINS -tadasana= improves posture and grounding -Vrikshasana= Balances Vata, improves digestion -Bhujangasana= releievs gastric tension, opens chest -Paschimottanasana= calms mind, improves digestion -Vajrasana after meals= aids digestion, stabilise apana vata -balasana= deeply calming, releases spinal tension -supta matsyendrasana= relieves back stiffness, aids digestion PRANAYAM(10-15 min) -Nadi sodhana= 10 mins, balances left/right brain, reduces anxiety -Bhramari= 10 rounds, calming racing thoughts instantly -Ujaayi= 5 min, deep relaxation, breath control -Sheetali= releives acidity MEDITATION= start with 5-10 min yoga Nidra ** SEASONAL RITUCHARYA FOR MONSOON vata is naturally increased in Varsha (rainy) season. Follow seasonal guidelines strictly DO'S -follow light, warm cooked food -use warm oil for massage -use herbal incense, dhoop or camphor to dry environment -prefer indoor exercise and rest DON'TS -avoid getting wet in rain or sudden temperature changes -don't fast excessively or skip meals-weakens digestion further -avoid curd/yogurt in this season FOR MEMORY AND FOCUS RESTORATION -brahmi ghrita= 1 tsp in warm milk in morning= very powerful nervine tonic LABS RE-CHECK -vitamin b12, vitamin d3 - thyroid panel -RA factor, CRP -HbA1c -homocysteine HEALING TIMELINE WEEK 1-2= better digestion, mild relief in stiffness, reduced tremors WEEK 3-4= calmer mind, reduced racing thoughts, better sleep MONTH 2= muscle flexibility improves, gastric symptoms under control MONTH 3= memory and energy restoration, stable sleep cycle SEASONALLY= Panchakarma maintains balance and prevent recurrence DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY FOR 3 MONTHS HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU DR. MAITRI ACHARYA