Seeking Help for Brother's Leg Stiffness and Constipation - #49426

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BEFORE THIS I HAVE WRITTEN THE PROBLEMS OF MY BROTHER TO YOU. BESIDE STIFFNESS IN BOTH LEGS, HE HAS PROBLEM OF CONSTIPATION FROM A LONG TIME. KINDLY DO THE NEEDFUL AND OBLIGED🙏

How long has your brother been experiencing constipation?:

- More than 6 months

What is the severity of the stiffness in his legs?:

- Moderate, frequent discomfort

What does his diet typically consist of?:

- High in fiber (fruits, vegetables)

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Dr. Sara Garg

I am someone who believes Ayurveda isn’t just some old system — it’s alive, and actually still works when you use it the way it's meant to be used. My practice mostly revolves around proper Ayurvedic diagnosis (rogi & roga pariksha types), Panchakarma therapies, and ya also a lot of work with herbal medicine — not just prescribing but sometimes preparing stuff myself when needed. I really like that hands-on part actually, like knowing where the herbs came from and how they're processed... changes everything. One of the things I pay a lot of attention to is how a person's lifestyle is playing into their condition. Food, sleep, bowel habits, even small emotional patterns that people don't even realize are affecting their digestion or immunity — I look at all of it before jumping to treatment. Dietary therapy isn’t just telling people to eat less fried food lol. It’s more about timing, combinations, seasonal influence, and what suits their prakriti. That kind of detail takes time, and sometimes patients don’t get why it matters at first.. but slowly it clicks. Panchakarma — I do it when I feel it's needed. Doesn’t suit everyone all the time, but in the right case, it really clears the stuck layers. But again, it's not magic — people need to prep properly and follow instructions. That's where strong communication matters. I make it a point to explain everything without dumping too much Sanskrit unless they’re curious. I also try to keep things simple, like I don’t want patients feeling intimidated or overwhelmed with 10 things at once. We go step by step — sometimes slow, sometimes quick depending on the case. There’s no “one protocol fits all” in Ayurveda and frankly I get bored doing same thing again and again. Whether it’s a fever that won’t go or long-term fatigue or gut mess — I usually go deep into what's behind it. Surface-level fixes don’t last. I rather take the time than rush into wrong herbs. It’s more work, ya, but makes a diff in long run.

46 minutes ago

As in earlier question u mentioned for stiffness,uti, bed sores -
There is also added for constipation too-
So this will help…
- Diagnosis (Ayurvedic):
Vataja Stambha (Severe stiffness / contractures)
Vrana Roga (Healing bedsores)
Mutrakrichha / Mutraghata (Recurrent UTI)
Pitta-Kshaya / Rakta Kshaya (Anemia / low hemoglobin)
General Debility (Durbalya)
-  Internal Medications (Oral)
1)Ashwagandha Churna: 3 g with warm milk, morning and evening, for muscle and joint strength, immunity support, for 2–4 weeks.
2)Yogaraja Guggulu: 2 tablets (500 mg) after meals, twice daily, for stiffness reduction and Vata pacification, for 4–6 weeks.
3)Guduchi Satva or decoction : 20  ml morning and evening, for immunity and wound healing, for 3–4 weeks.
4)Punarnava  decoction: 15ml in the morning, for kidney and urinary support, for 2–3 weeks.
5)Shatavari Churna: 2 g with warm milk at night, for general nourishment and anemia support, for 3–4 weeks.
6)Triphala Churna: 1 g at bedtime, for digestive support and detoxification, for 2–4 weeks.
-  External Therapy
Abhyanga (Oil Massage): Warm Mahanarayan or Dhanwantharam oil, gently massaged on legs, thighs, and back. Avoid pressure on sores. Perform daily in the morning to reduce stiffness and improve circulation.
- Swedana / Poultices: Apply warm Dashamoola or rice poultice on knees and thighs daily after massage to reduce Vata and improve flexibility under supervision of ayurvedic practitioner
-Vrana Care (Bedsores): Clean wounds with warm Triphala decoction or Neem water and apply Neem oil or Yashtimadhu ointment twice daily to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Passive Exercise / Repositioning: Gently move knees and legs within tolerance, twice daily, to prevent contractures and improve circulation.
** Diet Guidelines (Vegetarian, Vata-pacifying, Healing)
Cooking Oil: Use sesame oil (til) or ghee for all cooking.
Grains: Rice, broken wheat, oatmeal, barley.
Legumes: Well-cooked moong dal or masoor dal.
Vegetables: Pumpkin, bottle gourd, carrot, spinach, drumstick leaves.
Fruits: Banana, papaya, pomegranate, amla.
Nuts & Seeds: Soaked almonds and cashews in moderation.
Spices: Turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger, fennel (all gentle and Vata-pacifying).
Beverages: Warm water, herbal decoctions, milk with ghee.
Meal Pattern: Small, frequent, warm meals; avoid cold or raw foods.
**Lifestyle & Supportive Care
Reposition the patient every 2 hours to prevent pressure ulcers.
Ensure adequate hydration to support kidneys and urinary tract health.
Maintain strict catheter hygiene to prevent infection.
Perform gentle passive exercises twice daily after massage.
Keep legs and back warm; avoid exposure to cold.

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