Herbal Remedies for Fibromyalgia, Natural Treatment with Ayurvedic Medicines

The word fibromyalgia have three words ‘fibro’, ‘mayo’ and ‘algia’. The Latin word fibro means tissue fiber, the Greek word ‘mayo’ means muscles and ‘algia’ means pain. It literally means pain in fibrous tissue. Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by fatigue, multiple tender points and widespread muscular pain. The muscles, ligaments, joints and tendons are involved in fibromyalgia. It is not fatal and common among the age group of 35-55 yrs. Around 3-6 million people in America are affected by fibromyalgia out of which about 80% cases are females.

SYMPTOMS

Pain and fatigue are the main and foremost symptom of fibromyalgia.

Many patients experience other mild or severe symptoms, which includes:

Tender points in neck, shoulders, buttocks and lower back
Headaches
Jaw pain
Disturbed sleep
Stiffness in joints especially during morning
Irritable bowel syndrome
Numbness in fingers and toes
Painful menstruation
Temperature sensitivity
Painful sexual intercourse
Some time depression

These symptoms can be aggravated due to several factors, including lack of sleep, anxiety, stress, trauma, lack of exercise, depression and infections.

CAUSES

The exact cause of fibromyalgia is not known. Fibromyalgia might be caused by stress, injuries or any kind of infection.

HOW FIBROMYALGIA CAN BE DIAGNOSED?

Fibromyalgia is difficult to diagnose only on objective physical findings but these can help in proper diagnosis:-

History of pain in joints for more than 3 months
Physical examination of the patients
Blood test to rule out
Hormonal imbalance
Joint disease
Infection
Cancer
Disease related to bone
X-Ray of related part
EMG
Nerve conduction velocity to check muscle and nerve

FIBROMYALGIA AND AYURVEDA

In recent times fibromyalgia has been classified as a syndrome in the Western medical world though it was recognized and mentioned in ancient Ayurvedic texts thousands of years ago.

According to Ayurvedic literature two major causes are behind fibromyalgia:

Alteration in nervous system functioning due to aggravated Vata dosha. The destabilized nervous system results in hypersensitivity and leads to pain and tenderness in joints.
Accumulation of Ama dosha (endotoxins) and blockages throughout the system due to it.

The aggravated Vata is the main dosha responsible for fibromyalgia as vata is responsible for pain. Pitta dosha involvement results in poor digestion and metabolism, which can lead to aggregation of toxins and impurities that disturbs the nervous system creating pain and tenderness. Kapha imbalance and involvement generate blockages in micro circulation. Ama is the endotoxin produced due to slow metabolism; it acts as free radicals, which irritates the tissues and systems including the nervous system. Ama also blocks channels of circulation and prevents the body from self purification and healing.

SYMPTOMS AS PER SYSTEMIC INVOLVEMENT ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA

Symptoms associated with central nervous system:-

Fatigue
Irritability
Nervousness
Depression
Anxiety
Insomnia
Frequent awakening
Impaired memory

Symptoms associated with musculoskeletal system:-

Joint pain
Lower back pain
Jaw pain
Chest pain

Symptoms linked to genitourinary system:-

Frequent urination
Bladder spasm
Dysuria
Vaginal spasm
Dyspareunia

Symptoms linked to skin:-

Skin rashes
Itching
Increased skin sensitivity
Prickling sensation

Some miscellaneous symptoms include: Headache, vertigo, blurred vision, numbness and tingling of extremities, abnormal taste, tongue irritation, cramps in skeletal muscles, brittle nails, low grade fever, sensitivity to light, sound, smell and chemicals, hair loss, hypoglycemia.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF FIBROMYALGIA

The treatment of fibromyalgia needs medications for reliving the symptoms and improving general health. It is best treated with a holistic treatment approach, including herbal treatment, yoga posture and movement training. Ayurveda aims at proper healing of the body along with the mind and spirit to treat any ailment.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR FIBROMYALGIA

Planet Ayurveda offers best combination of effective herbal remedies such as Fibromyalgia Care Pack for ayurvedic treatment of fibromyalgia. We provides 100 percent pure and natural products. All of them are free from side effects and are safe to use. And they are formulated by MD Ayurveda doctors. All of the medicines from the house are made without the addition of chemicals or additives or preservatives in it.

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Dosage

Stress Support – 1 capsule twice daily with warm water.
Aamvatantak Churna – 1 teaspoonful twice daily with warm water.
Boswellia Curcumin – 2 capsules twice daily with warm water.
Joint Aid Plus – 2 capsules twice daily with warm water.
Shatavari Ghrit – ½ tsp twice a day with warm water.

PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION

1. STRESS SUPPORT

Stress Support Capsules is a powerful combination of adaptogenic herbs to fight stress, anxiety, anger, depression and insomnia. Brahmi is a known brain tonic extensively used in Ayurvedic formulations to improve the concentration and relive drowsiness. Ashwagandha is rich in antioxidants therefore elevates the mood and relaxes the stiff muscles. Tagar known as Valerian herb, it is helpful in stressful conditions and helps to relax the body. Tagar is favorable for inducing natural sleep and calming the mind. Stess Support Capsules stimulates the nervous system, soothes nerves.

2. AAMVATANTAK CHURNA

As the name suggests it reduces Amavata i.e. any type of rheumatoid arthritis. Planet Ayurveda prepared this herbal formulation, which works as the best anti inflammatory remedy and detoxifies the whole system. It reduces swelling, stiffness and pain. Various herbs in this unique combination help in flushing out the Ama (endotoxins) and clear the channels. The herbs Ashwagandha (Withania somenifera), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Methi (Trigonella foenum), Suranjan (Colchicum autumnale), Gorakhmundi (Sphaeranthus indicus) and Sonth (dried Zingiber officinale) work synergistically to control acute and chronic pain and inflammation. Aamvatantak Churna is an effective herbal remedy for crippling arthritic conditions and joint pain.

3. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN

This is an effective herbal remedy beneficial in inflammatory conditions related to skeletal muscles. It reduces morning stiffness, swelling in joints and pain when taken regularly. Boswellia serrata commonly known Shallaki decreases intensity of pain and inflammation. Turmeric or curcumin is an excellent anti inflammatory, liver cleanser and boosts immune system. Collectively both the herbs make it a potent formulation to fight against any kind of arthritis. Boswellia curcumin capsules helps in increasing mobility and reduces stiffness.

4. JOINT AID PLUS

Planet Ayurveda formulated a remedy by combining anti arthritic herbs to fight joint pains and inflammation naturally without causing any side effects like NSAIDs. Joint aid plus capsules also responds to spondylitis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, back pain, knee pain. This formula controls degeneration caused in the joints. The standardized extract of herbs such as Nirgundi, shallaki, Guggul , sonth and ashwagandha makes it beneficial for the patients of fibromyalgia to regain the strength of the joints.

5. SHATAVARI GHRIT

This is a natural Ayurvedic formulation used in the treatment of Gynecological disorders. This herbal medicine is in ghee form. This product is prepared from the ingredients such as Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), doodh (Bos taurus), Mulathi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Jeevak (Microstylis muscifera), Kakoli (Lilium polyphyllum), Munakka (Vitis vinifera), etc. This is a very helpful remedy for maintaining the female health. This product balances Vata and Pitta doshas. It balances the hormonal disturbances in the body. Shatavari ghrit is used in the diseases like urinary tract infections, menstrual problems, ache in limbs, leucorrhea, infertility, dysmenorrheal, etc.

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HOME REMEDIES

A healthy diet rich in whole grains, fruits and green vegetables, pacifying both Vata and Pitta dosha is recommended in case of fibromyalgia.
Take fresh and organically grown food to enhance your immunity.
Take hot ginger tea to boost the digestion.
Take Detox Tea to remove the accumulated toxins from the body.
Massage with Warm oil to increase the blood flow and stimulate the purification process.
Take Triphala Churna to support detoxification.