Natural Cure For Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
ABSTRACT
Arthritis is an inflammatory joint disease that targets single or multiple joints. It occurs more frequently in females. It can occur at any age. The most common chronic or long lasting type of arthritis that occurs in children is JIA (Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis). It consists of various conditions involving inflammation, stiffness and pain in joints.
JIA (Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis) can occur in various forms and patterns. It is very essential to see a doctor if your child develops swelling in joints or experiences pain or stiffness in joints.
INTRODUCTION
Idiopathic refers to an unknown pathology, i.e. where the cause is not known. When a child or adolescent under the age of 16 years is affected by Arthritis, it is known as JUVENILE IDIOPATHIC ARTHRITIS(JIA).
Similar to the arthritis that occurs in adults, JIA also is an autoimmune disorder. It occurs when the immune system works in an abnormal manner and leads to various joint related problems such as inflammation, stiffness etc.
CAUSES
JIA (Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis) is an autoimmune disorder. In healthy conditions, the immune system of the body acts as a defense mechanism. It helps to fight infections and promotes healing of wounds. But in a condition like an autoimmune disorder, the immune system becomes abnormally overactive and starts to attack the healthy cells and tissues.
The exact cause of this abnormal over activity of the immune system is still unknown. Family history of arthritis plays a vital role in making the person more prone to the condition .Various scientists believe that molecules—TNF-alpha, IL-6, and IL-1 play a major role in causing inflammation in joints of children affected by JIA.
SYMPTOMS
JIA (Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis) may occur in various patterns and hence symptoms differ according to the type of pattern. In all types of JIA, following symptoms can be seen-
- Joint pain
- Swelling in joints
- warmth
- Stiffness in joints
- These symptoms become worse in the morning or just after waking up from a nap.
- The child may or may not complain of pain.
The main patterns of chronic arthritis that commence in children are-
- Systemic
- Polyarticular
- Pauciarticular
Systemic Onset Juvenile Arthritis
Age: Most commonly affected age group-between the ages of 1 and 5 years.
Symptoms
- Hepatomegaly i.e. Liver enlargement
- Splenomegaly i.e. spleen enlargement
- weight loss
- growth retardation
- when the temperature is raised , a macular rash appears and then quickly disappears
Polyarticular Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
| Seronegative | Seropositive | |
| 1. Age | can occur at any age | usually after 8 years of age. |
| 2.Effect on Joints | Four or more large joints usually affected | Progression of erosive changes in more than half of the joints. |
Pauciarticular Juvenile Chronic arthritis-
In this type of JIA , usually four or fewer joints are involved.
In older boys, the most frequently involved joints are – Hips, Knees or Ankles.
DIAGNOSIS
Various clinical examinations and lab investigations are performed to confirm the condition which are as follows:
- Radiography- X-Rays reports help in visualizing the condition of joints.
- Serological tests
- Blood tests such as hemoglobin levels, erythrocyte sedimentation rates (esr)- Raised ESR levels may be an indication of infection.
- CT scanning
- Ultrasound
TREATMENT
The management of juvenile arthritis is similar to that of adult rheumatoid arthritis.
In acute phases, i.e. short term phase
- Bed rest may be essential
- Prone lying
- Appropriate physiotherapy
In severe cases- Corticosteroids are used. In persistently active disease-Immunosuppressants are given.
AYURVEDIC ASPECT
In Ayurveda, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis can be correlated with Vata vyadhi. According to Ayurvedic principles, 3 elements: Vata,Pitta, Kapha are the fundamentals of the health of the body. The equilibrium between these three is responsible for the healthy state of the body while any hindrance to any of the three Vata,Pitta, Kapha will lead to the diseased state of the body.
When Vayu is circulating in the body without any hindrance and in its natural state and form, the person becomes capable of living a life of more than a hundred years. Hence, appropriately describing the major role that Vata plays in maintaining the healthy state of the body. It is very essential to maintain Vata in its natural state which is only possible by avoiding and restricting the consumption of factors that will lead to its disturbance. These factors are very well mentioned in ch.chi.28/15-17 for example:
- Ruksha ahara
- sheeta ahara
- Alp ahar i.e. less quantity
- adhik vyayam i.e. excessive exercise
- chinta i.e. stress
- diva swapna-sleeping in day
- upvasa i.e. fasting etc
- krodha i.e. anger etc
By avoiding the above said factors, Vata vyadhi can be prevented.
HERBAL REMEDIES
Planet Ayurveda provides various preparations of natural herbs such as arvindasava syrup, energo plan syrup etc. which are prepared using authentic ways and provide great results in curing Juvenile idiopathic arthritis. All the herbal products manufactured here are free from chemicals, preservatives, starch, additives, colors and fillers. They are 100 percent natural and are formulated by MD Ayurvedic doctors with deep knowledge of Ayurveda and years of experience. It has a worldwide range of distributors and has a great response from various countries when it comes to curing diseases that are considered incurable by allopathic doctors.
Herbal remedies for Juvenile idiopathic arthritis by Planet Ayurveda
- Arvindasav Syrup
- Energo Plan Syrup
- Aamvatantak Churna
- Boswellia Curcumin
- Coral Calcium Complex
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1. Arvindasav Syrup
The Arvindasava Syrup is formulated with natural herbs such as Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), Pitta Papada (Fumaria indica), Nisoth (Operculina turpethum), Vacha (Acorus calamus) etc.. The combination of these drugs promote digestion, effects immunity, and helps in promoting the overall condition of arthritis.
Dosage: 2 teaspoonful twice a day.
2. Energo Plan Syrup
Energo plan syrup is a combination of natural herbs such as Jeevanti (Leptadenia reticulata), Amalaki Emblica officinalis), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Ashwagandha(Withania Somnifera) etc. These drugs help in promoting immune health of the body and are beneficial to the nervous system also.Ashwagandha etc. are medhya drugs that promote the functions of the brain and improve memory.
Dosage: 2 teaspoonful twice a day.
3. Aamvatantak Churna
Aamvatantak churna is a powder created by combining various natural herbs such as Suranjaan (Colchicum autumnale), Gorakhmundi (Sphaeranthus indicus), Haridra(Curcuma longa) etc.It promotes bone, joint health hence providing health benefits to the arthritis condition.
Dosage: 1/2 teaspoonful twice a day.
4. Boswellia Curcumin
Boswellia curcumin helps in improving the overall health of the body. It contains natural herbs i.e. Shallaki(Boswellia serrata) and Curcumin (Curcuma longa).Curcuma provides anti-inflammatory properties and promotes healing. It improves overall joint health.
Dosage-1 capsule twice a day.
5. Coral Calcium Complex
Coral calcium complex helps to maintain healthy calcium levels in the body hence promoting bone and joint health. Ingredients are Praval pishti, Kamdudha Ras, Mukta pishti , Giloy etc. the combination of these drugs help in promoting muscle health and improves the immune system.
Dosage: 1 capsule twice a day.
CONCLUSION
It can be concluded that with timely diagnosis and appropriate ayurvedic treatment for the condition of JIA (Juvenile ayurvedic arthritis) it is possible to cure it permanently. The Ayurvedic treatment emphasizes on treating the root cause of the condition hence eliminating the disease permanently. In case of any query kindly visit www.PlanetAyurveda.com. For more queries, you can send your queries to our email id herbalremedies123@yahoo.com.
