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I have osteoarthristis in my hips and now pain in my knees as well. I have a vara dosha (according to a test on the internet) and my pain gets worse. I have Torino walking, sitting and lying down. Tips please!
How long have you been experiencing pain in your hips and knees?:
- More than 6 monthsHow would you describe the intensity of your pain?:
- Severe — limits movementWhat activities make your pain worse?:
- All activitiesDo you experience any swelling or stiffness in your joints?:
- Stiffness in the morningHave you tried any treatments or therapies for your osteoarthritis?:
- Over-the-counter pain reliefHow is your overall energy level during the day?:
- Low — I often feel fatiguedWhat is your typical diet like?:
- Low in fruits and vegetablesDoctors' responses
🌿 1. Understand Your Condition (Simple Insight) Cartilage degeneration + dryness = Vata increase Vata causes: Pain (especially variable & severe) Stiffness (morning) Crackling joints Fatigue 👉 So treatment must focus on: ✔ Lubrication ✔ Nourishment ✔ Reducing inflammation ✔ Strengthening joints 🪔 2. Daily Ayurvedic Routine (Most Important) 🔹 Morning Routine Drink warm water + 1 tsp ghee Avoid cold exposure 🔹 Oil Therapy (Must Do Daily) Use: Mahanarayan oil OR Dashmool oil How: Warm oil Massage hips + knees for 10–15 mins Follow with hot fomentation (steam or hot towel) 👉 This is non-negotiable for Vata 🌿 3. Internal Medicines (Ayurvedic Support)
Yograj Guggulu – reduces Vata + pain Mahayograj Guggulu – if pain is severe Dashmool Kwath – anti-inflammatory Ashwagandha Churna – strength + fatigue Shallaki (Boswellia) – joint repair 👉 Take under supervision, especially long-term 🍲 4. Diet Correction Right now your diet is worsening Vata. ❌ Avoid: Dry foods (roti without ghee, namkeen, biscuits) Cold food & drinks Excess tea Packaged food ✅ add: warm, cooked food ghee (daily) milk with turmeric at night moong dal, khichdi seasonal vegetables (well cooked) 👉 Your body needs lubrication + nourishment 🧘♀️ 5. Movement Even though pain is severe, complete rest will worsen stiffness. best exercises: gentle yoga joint rotation exercises 🔥 6. Panchakarma for your case, this is game-changing: kati Basti (hips) janu Basti (knees) matra Basti (oil enema) → best for vata
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