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Help with Long-Term Rheumatoid Arthritis - #40624

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I have relly bad rheumatoid arthritis Please help with this problem Thanks Name tejasvi patel Age 49 Leave in uk I had rheumatoid arthritis for 23 years

How would you describe the severity of your pain?:

- Severe, constant pain

What treatments have you tried in the past?:

- Prescription medications

Do you notice any specific triggers for your symptoms?:

- No specific triggers
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Dear Tejasvi Avoid sour, fermented and packed foods. Regular exercise. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Cap. Gufispon 1-0-1 Tab. Rumalaya fort 1-0-1 Cap. Stresscom 1-0-1 Rasnasaptak kashay 15mk twice Follow up after 2weeks

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Don’t worry take amavatarirasa 1tab bd, Simha naa Guggulu 1tab bd, swadista virechana churnam 1tsp with lukewarm water, makaradwaja 1tab bd, chaturmukh ras 1tab bd u ll get relief

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Trayodashanga guggulu 1-0-1 Maharasnadi guggulu 1-0-1 Dashamoola aristha 3 tsp with equal quantity of water twice daily after food Mahanarayana taila- warm oil massage to be done

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1.Simhanada Guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Rumalaya forte (Himalaya) 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Rasnasaptakam Kashayam 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 4.Ashwagandha Churna 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime

🧘‍♀️ Lifestyle & Diet Tips - Avoid: Cold, sour, fermented, and heavy foods (yogurt, cheese, fried items). - Prefer: Warm, light, cooked meals with ginger, turmeric, cumin, and garlic. - Daily Abhyanga (Oil Massage): Use Mahanarayan Taila or Dhanwantharam Taila on joints. - Gentle Yoga: Pawanmuktasana series, Vajrasana, and slow Surya Namaskar (if possible). - Warm water sips: Throughout the day to reduce ama (toxins).

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Rheumatoid arthritis present for 23 years, usually means the disease is long-standing immune driven and has already caused joint and soft changes The goal now is to calm the auto immune activity reduce pain and swelling and protect whatever joint mobility is still available Ayurveda can help, but it must work alongside your rheumatology treatment in the UK, not replacement for it The safest and most effective Ayurvedic measures for long-term RARS follows A mild internal anti-inflammatory that does not aggravate, the stomach is Giloy tab one tablet twice daily after food with warm water Yograj guggulu Simhanada guggulu One tablet each twice daily after food with warm water Dashamoola aristha teaspoon with equal amount of water twice daily after meals Alovera juice 5ML with water daily at morning Triphala churna 1 teaspoon with warm water at night Dhanwantaram taila-Gentle massage joints to be done Do not massage, actively swollen or hot joints Keep meals, warm cooked, non-spicy, easy to digest Avoid cold foods Rao vegetables at night items and excessive weight Evening meals should be like to prevent morning stiffness Gentle moment is essential practice, Pranayam Yoga Sanana meditation regularly. Avoid heavyweight bearing on painful joints.

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HELLO,

HELLO,

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS/ AMAVATA -Your body’s immune system is overactive ad mistakenly attacks your ow joints -This leads to pain, swelling, stiffness and difficulty moving joints, especially in the moring -RA is chronic and can affect multiple joints symmetrically both hands, both knees etc -Ayurvedic view= ama (toxins from improper digestio0 accumulates in the joints, and vata (the energy controlling movement) becomes aggravated, causing stiffness and pain

Your symptoms -pain in all joints and neck -morning stiffness -swelling in joints -difficulty In movement

INTERNALMEDICATIONS

1) ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES= 500mg cap twice daily after meals =strenghens muscles, relieves pain, supports immunity

2) GUDUCHI GHANVATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =reduces ama, balances immunity, anti-inflamatory

3) SHALLAKI CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily after meals =reduces inflammation, improves joint mobility

4) TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals = improves digestion, reduces toxins

5) MAHAYOGARAJ GUGGULU= 1 tab twice daily after meals =reduces joint swelling and stiffness

DURATION= 8-12 weeks

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) OIL MASSAGE= MAHANARAYAN OIL -apply gently on painful joints =improves circulation, reduces stiffness, lubricates joints

2) STEAM THERAPY= warm steam over joints after massage = reduces swelling and ama deposits

3) HERBAL PASTE APPLICATION - shallaki powder , turmeric, castor oil =apply warm 20-30 min on affected joints =reduces local pain and inflammation

LIFESTYLE CHANGES -Gentle exercise= walking, swimming and joint friendly yoga -Avoid strain= don’t lift heavy weights, avoid high- impact activites -Rest= adequate sleep to reduce inflamamtion -Stress management = meditation, calming activites -Warmth= keep joints warm, avoid cold exposure -Routine= wake early , moderate activity, maintain consistent meals

YOGA ASANAS -tadasana= improves posture, reduce sstiffness -bhujangasana= for spine and neck flexibility -shalabhasana= strengthens back muscles -vajrasana= improves digestion and joint mobility -gentle stretching for fingers, wrists, knees and ankles

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= Balances Vata and. pitta -bhramari= reduces stress and nervousness -Deep diaphragmatic breathing= improves circulation and calms the mind

DIET -warm, cooked meals -root vegetables, whole grains -ghee In moderation -turmeric, ginger, garlic, cinnamon -fresh fruits= sweet, non acidic

AVOID -cold,raw frozen foods -oily, fried, processed foods -excess spicy, and sour items -excess cruciferous vegetables -nightshades if inflammation worsens- tomato, potato, brinjal

HOME REMEDIES -turmeric milk= daily at night -ginger tea= 1-2 cups per day -warm sesame oil massage on joints

-RA ais chronic conditions; management is lifelong -Ayurevda helps= reduce inflamation, improve joint mobility, reduce symptoms, and enhance quality of life -Combination therapy= ayurvedic treatment plus lifestyle, diet and monitoring works best

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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Hello Tejasvi Ayurvedic medicine will have to be continued for longer time, Start with Divya Pidantak vati 1-0-1 after food with water Shallaki tablet 1-0-1 after food with water Gokshuradi ghanvati 1-1 -0 after food with water Aarogyavardhini 1-0-1 after food with water Giloy ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water Apply nirgundi oil on affected area twice daily If you are having constipation issues then can add Triphala tablet 0-0-2 at bedtime with warm water. Do pranamyam lom -vilom kapalbhatti bhastrika daily for 5-10mins twice Avoid sour fermented foods.,cold foods, drinks, icecream,. citrus fruits.

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Start with- 1 Simhanada Guggulu: 2 tab twice daily after meals with warm water. 2 Maharasnadi Kashayam: 15 ml + 45 ml warm water twice daily (morning empty stomach & night). 3 Guduchi Churna: 3 gm night with warm water. 4 Vaishvanar churna 1tsp-0-1tsp in between eating food twice

External Applications Vishagarbha Taila + Pinda Taila (1:1): Warm → apply on joints → massage 15 min → hot fomentation 15 min → twice daily. Dashamoola Lepa: Mix powder with warm milk → apply on painful joints → leave 30 min → rinse → nightly.

Diet Give only: Moong khichdi + 1 tsp ghee + ginger. Warm soups (lauki, pumpkin). Pomegranate, amla.

Avoid completely: Curd, cold drinks, nightshades (tomato, potato). Fried, processed food.

Lifestyle Gentle yoga: Tadasana, hand stretches 10 min daily. Sleep 10 PM – 6 AM.

Monitoring Pain & stiffness (0–10): Daily note. RA factor/CRP: After 90 days.

Find yourself a nearby Panchakarma centre and go for Vaitran Basti

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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Understanding rheumatoid arthritis through the lens of Ayurveda involves focusing on imbalances in the doshas, particularly vata and kapha. An imbalance in these can lead to joint inflammation, discomfort, and mobility issues. Since you’ve been dealing with this for an extended period, an integrative approach that combines diet, lifestyle, and herbal treatments might offer some relief.

Start by managing your diet. It’s important to maintain a vata-pacifying diet. Favor warm, cooked, and easy-to-digest foods. Opt for whole grains like rice and cooked vegetables such as squash, carrots, and sweet potatoes. Cooking them with spices like cumin, ginger, and black pepper can enhance digestion. Minimize raw foods and cold or processed meals which can aggravate vata and kapha.

Incorporating certain herbs can be beneficial too. Turmeric, known for its anti-inflammatory properties, can be taken daily. You might consider taking it with black pepper to enhance absorption. Ashwagandha may also help in reducing inflammation and promoting joint health, but consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner about specific dosages.

Lifestyle is equally significant. Gentle yoga or tai chi can improve flexibility, reduce stiffness, and support your joints. Focus on stress reduction techniques; meditation or pranayama (breath control) can balance the mind, thereby indirectly influencing vata dosha.

Abhyanga, warm oil massage, using sesame oil or medicated oils can soothe the muscles and joints. Apply warm oil gently in a circular motion, followed by a warm bath. Hydration is key—warm herbal teas like ginger tea can aid digestion and balance doshas.

However, considering rheumatoid arthritis’s severity, keep in close contact with your healthcare provider to coordinate care. Regular check-ups to monitor any changes or progression in your condition are crucial.

Lastly, any significant changes in treatment, especially herbal supplementation, should be overseen by a healthcare professional, to avoid contraindications with existing medications.

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Take rumanil gold 2 bd Take castor oil at 5 ml night Take rasnadi gugulu 2 bd Tab ampackhal 2 bd

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HELLO,

RA= amavata

UNDIERLYING PRINCIPLS -ama (toxins/undigested metabolic waste) accumulation -vata aggravation -joints inflamed, painful, stiff

MANAGEMENT AIMS AT -ama reduction -vata balancing -inflammation reduction -long term rejuvneation

DIET -warm, fresh, light meals -stewed apple in morning -moong dal khichdi -warm ginger water frequentyl -turmeric in cooking -cumin-coriander-fennel spices -ghee in small quantity

avoid -wheat heavy diet if it worsens swelling -yogurt, cheese, cold foods -deep fried foods -excess beans/lentils -red meat -sour fermented foods -sugar, bakery items

LIFESTYLE -gentle daily joint mobilization -warm showers, avoid cold exposure -mild yoga= cat-cow, pawanmuktasana series -avoid daytime sleep -stress reduction= pranayam anulom vilom -maintain regular slep cycle

EXTERNALLY

WARM. OIL MASSAGE with mahavishagarbha taila

Followed by warm steam over joints to relieve Pain and stiffness

INTERNALLY

TO REDUCE AMA (TOXINS)

-TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/2 tso with warm water before meals

-AJAMODADI CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water after meals

FOR ANTI INFLAMMATORY AND VATA PACIFYING

-SIMHANADA GUGGULU= 1 tab twice daily after meals

-RASNASAPTAKAM KASHAYA= 2 tsp with warm water after meals twice daily

FOR JOINT SUPPORT

-DASHMOOLARISHTA= 20 ml woith equal water twice daily before meals

-PUNARNAVADI MANDUR= 2 tabs twice daily afte meals

REJUVINATION -CHYAWANPRASHA= 1 tsp morning empty stomach

ROUTINE TO BE FOLLOWED

MORNING -warm water -gentle stretching -light, warm breakfast

MIDDAY -main warm meal -digestive spices in food

EVENING -light dinner -gentle walk -warm oil foot massage

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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