Key Takeaways — Osteoarthritis & Ayurveda
Osteoarthritis is Sandhigata Vata — a Vata joint disorder
Weight management significantly reduces joint stress
Janu Basti is highly effective for knee osteoarthritis
Warm sesame oil massage daily improves joint lubrication
Low-impact exercise like swimming maintains joint health
Understanding Osteoarthritis in Ayurveda
Symptoms of Osteoarthritis
Joint pain that worsens with activity
Stiffness especially in the morning
Swelling around the joints
Grating or cracking sound in joints
Reduced range of motion
Tenderness when pressing the joint
Bone spurs around the joint
Ayurvedic Causative Factors (Nidana)
- Vata dosha aggravation in joints
- Age-related cartilage wear and degeneration
- Obesity increasing joint load
- Previous joint injuries
- Repetitive joint stress from occupation
- Genetic predisposition
- Nutritional deficiencies weakening cartilage
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Diet & Lifestyle (Pathya-Apathya)
✓ Beneficial (Pathya)
- Warm soups with anti-inflammatory turmeric and ginger
- Omega-3 fatty acids from flaxseed and walnuts
- Calcium and Vitamin D for bone health
- Sesame seeds and warm sesame oil internally
- Ashwagandha and Guggul for joint support
✗ To Avoid (Apathya)
- Cold and raw foods aggravating Vata
- Nightshade vegetables — tomato, potato, brinjal
- Sour and fermented foods in excess
- Alcohol and tobacco
- Excessive physical strain on affected joints