Introduction

Although Rheumatoid arthritis remains a serious disease but with the help of herbal remedies, this cripping disorder can be handled very effectively. The herbs for rheumatoid arthritis show their results within 10-15 days of their regular use and the improvement is remarkable. Rheumatoid Arthritis is a crippling problem leading to joint destruction, painful joints. 75 % of the victims are the middle aged women. Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the biggest problems causing massive disability. The concepts of Ayurveda are very unique in treating this dreadful disorder and many patients showed excellent improvement in their conditions after ayurvedic treatment. We are providing the latest as well as the most ancient authentic inormation on Rheumatoid arthritis including the natural treatment options available for patients. We have also included herbal home remedies for Rheumatoid arthritis at our site.

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis ?

An article on Rheumatoid Arthritis by Dr. Vikram Chauhan – MD (Ayurveda)

Rheumatoid Arthritis is one of the leading cause of disability for many. It affects mainly middle aged women, who complain generally of early morning stiffness, pain and swelling in their smaller joints of fingers and writs joints. The stiffness can sometimes felt in the whole body and goes away slowly as the sun goes up later in the afternoon. These kind of symptoms are seen in very mild and initial stages of rheumatism. Later on the pain and swelling becomes persistant and starts to cripple the smaller as well as bigger joints.The joints gets eroded and there is significant destruction of the joints in serious cases. Sometimes the problem can arise acutely involving all the joints simultaenously particularly in young patients. This is called juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.

Pain Management with Herbs in Rheumatoid Arthritis

There is sometimes very painful condition in arthritis. So the pain and inflammation needs to be tackled quickly. There are very common herbs for painful joint which work insantly. The herbs are very common like Dry Ginger, Turmeric (curcumin), Ashwagandha, Sallaki (Boswellia), Guggul, and Giloy (Tinospora). The extracts of these herbs are more effective in reducing the pain and inflammation of all types of arthritis and joint pains.

Causes and Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis’ is often called the ‘cooked food disease’. Rheumatoid arthritis most common type of arthritis caused by malfunctioning immune system. It usually develops gradually over several months, with persistent pain and stiffness in one or more joints. Ultimately the whole body is affected. Symptoms include anaemia, colitis, constipation, deformed hands and feet.

Rheumatoid arthritis is due to an inflammation of the synovium or lining of the joints. This is accompanied by swelling and eventually leads to deformity. The condition may be caused by hormonal imbalance, physical and emotional stress, infection, severe fright, shock, and injury. Hereditary factors may also be responsible for the onset of this disease.

Herbs for Rheumatoid Arthritis

There are many herbs which are described in Ayurveda for arthritis. These herbs are useful in all types of arthritis like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and other forms of inflammatory joint conditions. Some of them reduce the pain, some reduce inflammation while herbs like Giloy (Tinospora and Ashwagandha) are helpful in autoimmune disorders as well.

  1. Nirgundi (Vitex negundo):
    Vitex negundo is described in Ayurveda as one of the most potent natural anti-arthritic herbs. It is very effective in controlling pain and inflammation particularly in arthritis and sciatica patients.
  2. Shallaki (Boswellia serrata): Boswellia serrata is a very popular natural anti-inflammatory herb used by Ayurveda physicians all over the world. It is commonly known in India as ‘Salai Guggul’. The resin obtained from the tree is purified and then used for pain and inflammation.It relieves arthritis pain naturally without causing any side effects.
  3. Guggul (Commiphora mukul):
    Commiphora mukul is a known anti-inflammatory agent used by Ayurveda physicians worldwide. The analgesic and anti-inflammatory action is almost immediate. Guggul is also used in weight loss formulas and is effective in reducing weight, thus helping osteoarthritis patients directly and indirectly. It also reduces blood cholesterol levels.
  4. Sonth (Zingiber officinale): It is commonly known as dry ginger. Dry Ginger is another useful anti-inflammatory herb. It also improves appetite and good for digestive and respiratory system. Dry ginger remarkably reduce markers of inflammation in the blood and is a very potent analgesic.
  5. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): Ashwagandha is popularly known as Indian ginseng in the west. It has known anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and anti-stress activities. The plant steroids exert anti-inflammatory action where as another active ingredient of this herb root is Withaferin, Which act as a potent stress buster.

Herbal Remedies for Rheumatoid Arthritis by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda offers best combination of effective herbal remedies such as RA Care Pack for ayurvedic treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. These herbal remedies are prepared from using best quality herbs and strictly follow the principles of Ayurveda. All these herbal remedies of Planet Ayurveda are 100 percent pure, natural and vegetarian. These are free from chemicals, additives and preservatives. These remedies are safe to use as these are free from side effects.

DOSAGE

  1. Ashwagandha Capsules – 2 capsule twice daily with warm water, after meals.
  2. Boswellia Curcumin – 2 capsules twice daily with warm water, after meals.
  3. Aamvatantak Churna – 1 teaspoonful twice daily with warm water, before meals.
  4. RumoGin 5 Capsules – 1 capsule twice daily with warm water, after meals.
  5. Joint Aid Plus – 2 capsules twice daily with warm water, after meals.
  6. Yograj Guggul – 2 tablets twice daily with warm water, after meals.

Products Description

1. ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES

Ashwagandha is a well-known rejuvenating herb and is useful for the patients of rheumatoid arthritis as it helps to maintain the balance of the all the three body doshas and is also a very effective immune – modulator. It prevents the joint degradation and deformities and also has anti – inflammatory action. It helps to maintain the lubrication in the joints and has a protective effect over them.

2. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN

Boswellia curcumin is a very effective herb that is well known in Ayurveda for its amazing effects on the joints and bones. Boswellia curcumin is a combination formulation of two great anti-inflammatory herbs namely Boswellia serrata or Shallaki and Curcumin (active extracts of Turmeric). Both these herbs work wonderfully to protect the joints of Rheumatoid arthritis patients and help them to prevent further relapses and degradation.

3. AAMVATANTAKA CHURNA

Aamvatantaka churna is a combination of Ashwagandha (Withania somniferum), Fenugreek (Trigonella – foenum graecum), Suranjan (Colchicum luteum), Tinospora cordifolia, Gorakhmundi (Sphaerathus indicus) and sonth (Zingiber officianale). It is a natural detoxifying agent as it effectively removes all the toxins from the body that otherwise lead to Aamvata (Rheumatoid arthritis) according to Ayurveda.

4. RUMOGIN 5 CAPSULES

Rumogin capsules are a pure herbal formulation which comprise of Curcumin, Saunth, shallaki, Maricha and Pippali. This herbal combination works towards complete detoxification of the body as a result making the joints healthy and movable again. It aids in managing Rheumatoid arthritis effectively.

5. JOINT AID PLUS

Joint aid plus capsules contain pure and standardized extracts of Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Nirgundi (Vitex negundo), Ginger, Guggul (Commiphora mukul), Ashwagandha (Withania somniferum) and Shallaki (Boswellia serrata). All these herbs work together in a synergistic manner to impart anti – inflammatory action to the various joints that are attacked by the body’s antibodies in patients of Rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a hereditary disorder which cannot be completely cured, but with effective management of the symptoms, the progression of the disease can be easily controlled.

6. Yograj Guggul

This is a classical Ayurvedic formulation. This classical medicine is very effective in musculoskeletal disorders. It mainly works on Vata dosha. The tablets of Yograj guggul is prepared from the herbs like Guggul (Commiphora mukul), Chitrak (Plumbago zeylanica), Chavya (Piper chaba), Pippali (Piper longum), Musta (Cyperus rotundus), Amla (Emblica officinalis) and some other herbs. These ingredients help in maintaining proper digestion by stimulating the digestive fire. As we know that, Rheumatoid arthritis occurs due to digestive problem. It is caused by the formation of Aama (Endotoxins) in the body. The herbs in this formulation are works on this Aama. They digest this Aama and maintain the good and proper digestion.

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