Fibromyalgia
- October 14, 2019
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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I wake up tired, I stay up tired, I wake up in pain, I stay up in pain, I wake up with hope, I stay up with hope but still I’m fed up, these all a fibromyalgia patient feel in daily routine. Most of the people don’t have knowledge about fibromyalgia. It is a chronic disorder widespread with musculoskeletal pain that targets the soft tissues and muscles in the body. Fibromyalgia is also known as fibrositis. It is a chronic condition that causes stiffness, pain, tenderness of tendons, joints, & muscles. This condition occurs independently with other diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus, etc.
It is seen that fibromyalgia is more common in women than in men. This disorder mostly takes place between the ages of 35 and 55.
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WHAT ARE THE SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF FIBROMYALGIA?
The signs and symptoms seen in fibromyalgia patient are:
– Pain and tenderness in muscles
– Widespread pain
– Joints stiffness
– Headache
– Irritable bowel syndrome
– Tingling sensation in hands and feet
– Numbness
– Excessive pain during menses
– Fatigue
– Depression
– Insomnia
– Nausea
– Urinary problems
– Anxiety
– Breathing issues
– Skin diseases
– Breathing issues
– Non-rapid eye movement
– Mood swings
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF FIBROMYALGIA?
The causes of Fibromyalgia involve many factors such as various illnesses that aggravate fibromyalgia, genetic factors (run in families), psychological stress, & physical trauma. As per Ayurveda the accumulation of Ama (toxins), poor nourishment and digestion lead to fibromyalgia.
WHAT IS THE AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF FIBROMYALGIA?
In Ayurveda fibromyalgia is a disease that comes under vatavyadhi. The aggravation of vata dosha along with the accumulation Ama (toxins) gives rise to Fibromyalgia. The vata and kapha dosha is the main culprit in this disorder. In Ayurveda, there are numerous herbs present in nature that will deal with stiffness, fatigue, pain, mental disturbance, & loss of movement related to Fibromyalgia patients. Chandigarh Ayurved Centre provides the best ayurvedic treatment for Fibromyalgi known as Fibromyalgia Relief Kit that contains a combination of herbal products. These products will give effective results to the patient.
ALL PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION IN DETAIL:
DETAIL DESCRIPTION OF ALL PRODUCTS:
1. Detox premium powder:
This is a herbo-mineral preparation that contains ingredients like Parwal Pishti, Giloy satv, Shukta Pishti, Kamdudha Ras, Gandhak Rasayan, etc.
Parwal Shukti – Parwal Shukti is very beneficial in the condition of headache, depression, temporomandibular joint disorder, tensions, irritable bowel syndrome etc. It also reduces the stiffness and boosts the immune system.
Shukta Pishti: It helps to balance the Pitta dosha in the body. All signs and symptoms related to Psoriasis patients are managed with this pishti.
Giloy Satva: Giloy satva helps in detoxification of body that removes all the toxins. It is best anti-inflammatory and blood purifier. This satva act as a strong antacid that deals with hyperacidity and all the gastric problems.
Kamdudha Ras: This herbal-mineral classical preparation balances Pitta dosha in the body.
Gandhak Rasayana: This herbal preparation is used since ancient times for all types of skin disorders.
Tal Sindoor: It contains ingredients like Shuddh parad, Aloe vera, Gandhak, etc that relieve redness in psoriasis patients.
Akik Pishti: It act as a Cardiac tonic reduces the stress and improve the health. Also helps in reducing the inflammation by acting on body mechanism. Akik is also beneficial for preventing the acidity and neutralize the oxidant effect of free radicals and other substances.
Yavakshara: It gives best result in chronic pain, nausea, muscle spasm, and nerve pain. Yavakshara also influences the areas of the brain associated with memory and co-ordination. Regular use of this sachet will help to improve the mental health.
Jahar Mohar : Jahar mohar is frequently used for managing the high blood pressure. It has different properties like, Antidiarrheal, Antiemetic, Antacid, and Digestive stimulant.
Recommended Dosage–Take 1 sachet twice a day with normal water.
2. Pain – O – Kill Syrup:
It is an Herbal Remedy which helps to get relief from severe pain which is associated with Fibromyalgia. This syrup includes ingredient like Hadjod Stem, Ashwagandha root, Shallaki gum, Punarnava root, Methi seeds, etc that reduces inflammation & stiffness. It helps in rejuvenating the body tissues, improves muscle tone, reduces inflammation, relieves stress, anxiety, pain, swelling, inflammation, etc.
Recommended Dosage – Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily with normal water.
3. Ashwaganda Churna:
This herbal churna is prepared from pure extract of the herb Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) that is good for fibromyalgia patients. The churna strengthens the muscle, increases energy levels, strength, etc. It reduces the inflammation, stiffness, & pain in the body. All symptoms in fibromyalgia patients are treated with this churna.
Recommended Dosage–Take 1 teaspoonful twice daily with normal water.
4. Sheet Dhara Syrup:
This herbal syrup is prepared from Peppermint, Ajwain satv, etc that balances vata & pitta dosha in body. Fibromyalgia is mainly due to aggravation or imbalance in the Vata Dosha. When Vata Dosha aggravate it causes – muscle tenderness, muscle spasm, sensation of coldness, joint stiffness, headache, painful menstruation, gastrointestinal disorders like; constipation, nausea or passing excessive amount of gas.Sheet dhara syrup is best remedy to balance the vata. Once the dosha maintain it balances, all the symptoms related to fibromyalgia. This syrup helps to relieve blenching, bloating, discomfort in the stomach, etc.
Recommended Dosage – Mix 1 teaspoon in 30 ml of water and drink early in the morning on empty stomach.
5. Nerve up tablet:
Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata dosha and reduces kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. This tablet helps in the symptoms related to Allergy, ankylosis spondylitis, provide relief from muscle pain.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily.
6. Nerve Plus tablet:
These tablets shows Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, and immune-modulator properties. It contains herbal ingredients Ghritkumari (Aloe barbadensis), Kali mirch (Piper nigrum), Giloy satav (Tinospora crdifolia), shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, shudha vatsnabh, shudh singraf. It is beneficial for diseases of stomach, stimulating nerves and appetite, promotes the level of testosterone naturally.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily.
7. Rasayan Vati:
Rasayan vati is herbo-mineral Ayurvedic formulation which contains various herbs such as Aswagandha, Shilajeet, Amla, Kesar, Musali, Shatavar, Brahmi Abhrak Bhasam, Swarn Makshik Bhasam, Yashad Bhasam, Mukta pisti, Praval pisti, Jaiphal, Vang Bhasam, Aswagandha, Dalchini, Javitri, Gokhru, Kaunch Beej, Shilajeet, Saunth, Mirch, Pipli, Amla, Kesar, Manjith, Anant Mool, Brahmi, Musali, Shatavar, Swarn Vang, etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immune-modulator properties. These tablets provides good results in General debility, Psychological disorders, and improves immunity.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily.
WHAT IS THE PANCHAKARMA TREATMENT OF FIBROMYALGIA?
Panchakarma provides very effective results to the patients along with the ayurvedic medicines for Fibromyalgi mentioned above. Chandigarh Ayurved Centre provides various panchakarma procedures that will relieve all signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia patients. These procedures are mentioned below in detail:
1) Patra potli pind sweda (PPS): In this procedure, a bag is wrapped with herbal leaves. Dip in medicated oil. After that massage is done on your whole body with this potali.
2) Shashti Shali Pind Sweda (SSPS): This procedure is done with the shashti shali rice. In this, a bag is wrapped with shashti shali and cooked in herbal oil. After that, the massage is done with this potali on your whole body that will reduce stiffness, pain, & inflammation in fibromyalgia patients.
3) Nasya: In this procedure, medicated oil is poured in each nostril. This medicated oil will balance the vata and kapha dosha in the body that is the reason for fibromyalgia.
4) Shirodhara: Lukewarm medicated oil is poured on your forehead for calming your mind. This procedure will reduce stress, anxiety, fatigue, general weakness related in fibromyalgia.
5) Virechan: If the condition of the patient is better than Virechan is recommended. In this procedure, all toxins are removed from the body.
HEALTHY TIPS & DIET FOR FIBROMYALGIA PATIENTS:
– Drink green coconut water daily.
– Include soups and vegetable juices in your daily routine.
– Avoid tea, coffee, yogurt, alcohol.
– You can prepare an herbal tea from ginger, clove, cardamom, & cinnamon. Drink this herbal tea once daily.
– Avoid vegetables like cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, potatoes, etc.
– Do perform exercises or walk for 30 minutes daily.
– Drink carrot and beetroot juice.
– Do practice yoga poses like uttanasana, bhujangasana, setu bandha sarvangasana, & sooryanamaskar for strengthening your muscles.
– Perform Anuloma-viloma Pranayam & shavasana.
– Take a sound sleep of 8 hours at night time.
– Avoid eating fast and processed food items.
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.