HOME REMEDIES FOR ARTHRITIS
- December 29, 2020
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Here we are going to tell several ways to treat arthritis home remedies, which can be helped to a great extent in reducing the symptoms of this problem.
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1. Turmeric
Turmeric is considered a panacea for arthritis in Ayurveda. Actually, it is a natural antiseptic, in which elements called curcuminoids are found. Due to these, turmeric also has ant arthritic and anti-inflammatory properties. If turmeric is used in the event of injury, it can be relieved soon. At the same time, it can also help reduce inflammation in the body. May also gradually reduce the effect of arthritis. Therefore, turmeric can be used as a medicine for arthritis.
How to use: Boil two to three grams of turmeric in water. After this, when water becomes normal, then consume it. You can also use a little turmeric in your daily diet.
2. Ginger
Ginger can also be used to relieve the problem of arthritis. It can work to relieve inflammation. This is the reason why it can also be used as a home remedy for arthritis. It can reduce inflammation by reducing the level of prostaglandin (a type of lipid) in the body. It has antioxidant and antiinflammatory properties, which can relieve arthritis problem. In such a situation, it would not be wrong to say that ginger is better for arthritis. Many of its properties are also mentioned in Ayurveda, including home remedies for arthritis.
How to use: Massage can be done with ginger oil. In addition, it can be consumed by making ginger tea. Keep in mind that do not consume it too much, because it can cause stomach heat.
3. Fenugreek
While fenugreek enhances the taste of food, it can help in fighting many types of diseases. It has been considered as the major source of anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic. This is the reason why it is also called the panacea treatment of arthritis in Ayurveda. According to scientists, fenugreek seeds contain petroleum ether extract, due to which they can help reduce inflammation in joints due to arthritis. It also contains saturated and unsaturated fatty acids. For this reason also it can reduce swelling and pain. Therefore, if there is arthritis pain, fenugreek seeds can be consumed as arthritis medicine.
How to use: Boil fenugreek seeds in water. Then after filtering the water, add a few drops of lemon and honey and drink it like tea. Also, you can make powder by grinding fenugreek seeds and then add it to vegetables and soup and consume it. In addition, soaked fenugreek seeds in water and sprouted and then can be eaten as a salad.
4. Castor oil
Castor oil can help increase the lymphocyte in the body. It is a type of T cell ie white blood cells, which helps in fighting against any kind of disease. It also helps in recovering from body injuries. Also castor oil contains resinoleic acid, which acts as an anti-inflammatory .At the same time, a research related to castor has directly believed that due to the presence of risenolic acid, it can prove beneficial in the treatment of arthritis. On this basis, it can be said that castor oil can prove useful for treating arthritis.
How to use: Mix celery and camphor in castor oil and heat it. Then, if the oil is slightly lukewarm, massage the affected area with light hands for 15-20 minutes. Massaging in this way can relieve joint pain and stiffness.
5. Garlic
Many studies related to the treatment of arthritis have found that garlic has anti-inflammatory properties, due to which it can reduce joint pain and inflammation. In addition, garlic also contains ingredients such as diallyl disulfide, elesin, azoane, and selenium. Due to the presence of these elements, it can exhibit antiarthritic (healing arthritis) properties. In such a situation, it can be considered as a medicine for arthritis in reducing the pain and swelling due to arthritis.
How to use: In the problem of arthritis, raw buds of three to four garlic can be consumed every morning.
6. Root of Burdock
It is an Ayurvedic medicine used for the treatment of arthritis for centuries. It also has antiinflammatory properties. This root will be available in the market in the form of dried powder, decoction or juice. Its intake can not only reduce inflammation in the knees and other joints, but also reduce the level of oxidative stress. This is the reason why Burdock root can be considered as an Ayurvedic treatment of arthritis.
How to use: If it is powder, then boil it in about 200 ml of water and then let the water become normal. After this, consume this mixture two or three times a day. It can be consumed twice a day.
7. Mulethi
Home remedies for arthritis include the use of liquorice. This Ayurvedic herb contains a major element called glycyrrhizin, which can act as an anti-inflammatory agent. This property of liquorice can eliminate enzymes that cause inflammation in the body. In this way it can also be helpful in the problem of arthritis. This is the reason why it is also considered as an Ayurvedic treatment of arthritis.
How to use: Dry rods, powder, tablets, capsules or gel will be available in the market. this
8. Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha can also be used to treat arthritis. By taking this Ayurvedic herb, the body’s immunity can be improved and it gets strength. Also it can reduce the pain and swelling of arthritis. This research has been explicitly considered in a research involving Ashwagandha. At the same time, another research has also shown it to be useful and beneficial as a treatment for arthritis.
How to use: Arthritis patients can make tea and consume it.
9. Willow Bark
The bark of willow (a type of tree) can be used for arthritis. It is possible to treat arthritis. Swelling in the body can be reduced with its use. In olden times people used to chew the bark of this tree to reduce pain. It has aspirin-like properties, which is capable of reducing joint pain. In such a situation, it would not be wrong to say that home remedy for arthritis can be done with the bark of willow.
How to use: You can chew this bark or make tea of it. It can also be consumed as a supplement. Keep in mind that taking it in excess can cause rashes or any other type of allergy on the body.
10. Nettles
Nettles may also treat arthritis. A medicinal plant called Kandali is found in the mountainous region of the Himalayas. In common language, it is called nettles or scorpion herb, because touching this plant causes tingling in the body in the same way as a scorpion bite. With the help of this Ayurvedic medicine, every type of arthritis can be cured. It has a variety of nutritional and antiinflammatory properties, which can help strengthen bones by reducing the pain of arthritis. In such a situation, it would not be wrong to say that nettles can also be used in the treatment of arthritis.
How to use: Its leaves are like small hairs, which have a high amount of silicon. When these leaves are touched by the skin, the silicon element penetrates the skin along the sharp corners of these hairs. Later this element helps in reducing pain.
11. Hot compress
Hot remedies are also included in home remedies for arthritis. Hot compress in arthritis can reduce joint stiffness and also soften muscles. This allows blood to flow well. By doing this, you can get relief from joint pain . On this basis, it can be assumed that the use of hot compresses to treat arthritis can prove to be largely helpful.
How to use: Wet or dry method can be heated according to your choice. For this, either take a bath with hot water or you can sit in it for a while after filling hot water in the bath tub. Also, one can use the heating pad for about 20 minutes.
Diet plan for arthritis
Along with knowing the symptoms of arthritis and its home remedies, it is also important to understand the diet plan for arthritis. The following things can be included in the diet when preparing a diet plan, which can relieve the problem due to the antiinflammatory (inflammatory reduction) effect.
Fruits: plums, grapefruit, grapes, blueberries, pomegranates, mangoes, bananas, apples and peaches.
Cereals: Oatmeal, wheat bread or flattened rice.
Legumes: Black soybeans or black gram.
Whole Grains: Wheat, rice, oats, corn, barley, millet or canary seeds.
Other: yogurt, green tea or basil tea.
Medication: To improve all these three conditions, the doctor may suggest taking certain medicines. These drugs mainly include analgesics and inflammation-reducing drugs such as: – Telenol, aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen.
Surgery: In case the problem becomes severe, the doctor may also recommend to have surgery, in which joint replacement and full replacement procedure can be adopted.
Yoga and exercise to get relief from arthritis
The problem of arthritis can be relieved through both yoga and exercise. At the same time, you also have to keep in mind that with exercise, avoiding arthritis is also very important. Only then will you be able to get the right benefits of exercise.
Yoga: Pranayama and meditation can be practiced with some yoga actions to get relief from the problem of arthritis. At the same time, which yoga postures will be suitable for this problem, information related to this can be obtained from a yoga expert.
Exercise: At the same time, jogging, motion exercise and muscle training exercise can be practiced for relief from arthritis.
Prevention of Arthritis
- Get regular eight to ten hours of sleep.
- Avoid sitting or standing in the same position.
- Avoid sitting or moving in a position which can cause stress on the affected joint.
- Eat vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins and minerals. Especially those that contain vitamin-E.
- Place foods with omega-3 fatty acids in the diet such as: – flaxseed, soybeans, pumpkin seeds and walnuts. In addition, canola and soybean oil can also be used.
- Smoking and alcohol should be avoided in arthritis.
- At the same time, controlling weight along with avoiding arthritis is also important for prevention.
Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh is the younger Vaidya in Chandigarh Ayurved & Panchakarma Centre. He is the fourth generation in his family who is practicing as a general consultant in Ayurved & Panchakarma treatment at Chandigarh. In his practice, he had treated more than 1 Lakh Plus patients worldwide.