Author: Dr. Vikram Chauhan

December 17, 2016

Ayurvedic Treatment for pellegrini stieda syndrome

Abstract

Ayurveda is one of the world’s most powerful mind body health system that is developed by India thousand years ago. It is a science of life that offers wisdom to the body that help people to stay vibrant and healthy.

Ayurvedic treatment of any disease not just involves suppressing the symptoms of that particular disease, butthe main aim of Ayurvedic treatment is to remove the root cause of the disease and there by give permanent relief. Management of disease in Ayurveda involves four things:

  • cleansing (shodan)
  • palliation (shaman)
  • rejuvenation (Rasayana)
  • mental hygiene (satvajaya).

The Ayurvedic treatment mainly comprises of Ayurvedic medicines that are prepared using natural herbs, plants and minerals. As these Ayurvedic medicines are prepared from the natural sources, they are accepted and assimilated in the body without causing any side effects. Instead, these Ayurvedic medicines provide some side benefits.

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Ayurvedic treatment not only involves Ayurvedic medicines but also involves and healthy living style. All of these things are equally important. Ayurveda says, that if we are taking a medicine to manage the symptoms of a disease and at the same time we are taking foods that increases the cause of disease or following a bad life style that worsens the disease, then we may not get well properly. Yoga therapy can also be very safely used to prevent diseases, to promote the overall health as well as to acquire longevity.

What is Pellegrini stieda syndrome?

Pellegrini stieda syndrome is a condition of pain that occursat the origin of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) which is present at the end of thethigh bone (femur).

The Pellegrini-Stieda sign can be seen on the x-rays of the knee. The Pellegrini-Stieda sign indicates a calcium deposit on the insideof the knee, where the medial collateral ligament is attached to the femur.

This syndrome is commonin people who have had amedial collateral ligament injury. This is a rare problem that may even require removal of the calcium deposit through surgery.

Ayurvedic treatment for Pellegrini stieda syndrome

Ayurvedic treatment for Pellegrini stieda syndrome involves the Ayurvedic medicines that are prepared using the natural herbs which are beneficial for the joints and ligaments of the body. Planet Ayurveda provides following Ayurvedic medicines for the treatment of Pellegrini stieda syndrome.

  1. Boswellia Curcumin
  2. Lakshadi Guggul
  3. Aamvatantak Churna
  4. Shilajit Capsules


Ayurvedic Treatment For Pellegrini Stieda Syndrome

1. Aamvatantak Churna

Planet Ayurveda’s Aamvatantak churna is an excellent product that helps to reduce the pain, inflammation, stiffness and swelling in the knee joint. This powder is prepared from the combination of herbs that are frequently used in Ayurveda.

These herbs are

  • Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
  • Suranjaan (Colchicum automnale)
  • Methi (Trigonella foencum graecum)
  • Haridra (Curcuma longa)
  • Gorakhmundi (Sphaeranthus indicus)
  • Sonth (Zingiber officinale)

This product is 100 percent pure and free from chemicals.

2. Boswellia Curcumin

Boswellia Curcumin capsules from the house of Planet Ayurveda is prepared using pure standardized extracts of shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and curcumin (curcuma longa) that are effective in the treatment of Pellegrini stieda syndrome. These herbs providerelief from the joint pains and improves the flexibility of the joints.

3. Shilajit Capsules

Shilajit herb is good for the overall health of the body. Shilajit capsules from the house of Planet Ayurveda is prepared using the pure extract of Shilajit herb in it. This wonderful product is helps in over coming the weakness.This product is effective in the treatment of joint problems by providing relief from the physical stress.

4. Lakshadi Guggul

Lakshadi guggul tablets of planet Ayurveda are another excellent product that contains herbs such as

  • Guggulu resin (Commiphora mukul)
  • Asthisamhari (Cissus quadrangularis)
  • Laksha (Resin of Ficus religiosa)
  • Arjun bark (Terminalia arjuna)
  • Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
  • Nagbala (Grewia hirsuta).
  • This medicine is an excellent way to take care of the joints.
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December 15, 2016

Herbal Remedies for Water Retention, Fluid Retention & Edema treatment

Abstract

It is rightly said that “Health is Wealth”, it is biggest fact of life. If some one not feel good that cannot enjoy their life and feel conscious in front of others. There are different factors like lifestyle, eating habits which are responsible for health complications. Here we will discuss about various aspects of edema or water retention.

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What is water retention?

Water retention means accumulation of water or fluid in the body tissues which results in swelling. Swelling is a simple problem which denotes serious underlying pathology.

It is also called fluid retention or edema.

It can affect any part of body but it is most commonly seen in arms, legs, hands, feet and ankles. It affects the healing process that may cause skin infection and affect blood circulation. It is not considered as disease but it indicates that something went wrong in body.

It is characterized by symptoms such as swelling of body parts like hands, feet, legs, aching, increase the size of abdomen, dimpling of skin after pressing for few seconds, weight fluctuations. It can be caused by different factors like increase intake of sodium, heart problems, kidney problems, stress, lack of exercise, pregnancy, lifestyle, malnutrition, surgery, certain medications, and poor circulation.

As per Ayurveda, edema is Shvathuor Shotha roga. The cause of edema as per Ayurveda is vitiation of all three doshas – vata, pitta and kapha. Accumulation of ama is also responsible for shotha which is caused due to obstruction of channels. These are categorized into different categories according to doshas involved- vataj edema, pittaj edema and kaphaj edema.

When causative factor attacks the body then vata, pitta, kapha and rakta (blood) are vitiated and then eneters into blood and enters the circulation. Due to defect in circulation it put negative effect on muscles (mamsa) and skin (twak) and which results in edema.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR EDEMA

To cure this problem one should be careful and take a simple step towards such problems. Ayurveda offers herbal remedies for different disease condition without any side effects. As per Ayurveda one should get relief from problem with the help of healthy diet and lifestyle along with herbal medicines.

There are various effective herbal remedies which helps to reduce edema or swelling. These remedies not only help to reduce the swelling and also provide strength to body.

Planet Ayurveda is one of the best herbal manufacturing company which provides 100% pure and natural herbal medicines for many disease conditions. Some of herbal remedies for edema or water retention of Planet Ayurveda are explained below


Herbal Remedies For EDEMA

1. PUNARNAVA CAPSULES

Punarnava Capsules are prepared from pure extract of herb Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa). This herbal formulation is free from any chemicals, preservatives, color and starch. This helps to manage the fluid retention in the body and also has ability to balance the three doshas in the body mainly kapha dosha because vitiation of kapha dosha results in severe edema.

Dosage : One capsule two times in a day with plain water.

2. PUNARNAVA MANDUR

Punarnava Mandur are classical Ayurvedic tablets which are useful in many health complications. These are diuretic in nature. It helps in management of fluid accumulation, swelling, renal failure, liver failure and many other problems related with accumulation of fluid in the body tissues.

These tablets are obtained from different herbs which are given below

LIST OF INGREDIENTS

  • Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa)
  • Shunti (Zingiber officinale)
  • Pippali (Piper longum)
  • Maricha (Piper nigrum)
  • Amalaki (Emblica officinalis)
  • Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
  • Piper chaba (Chavya)
  • Haridra (Curcuma longa)
  • Vidanga (Embelia ribes)
  • Chitrak mool (Plumbago zeylanica)
  • Mandoor bhasma (Ferric oxide calx)

Benefits

This herbal formulation helps provide the relief from the problems associated with edema like swelling in legs, hands, arms, ankle and feet.

Dosage : 2 tablets twice in a day with plain water

3. TRINPANCHMOOL GHAN VATI

Trinpanchmool ghan vati is an amazing formulation by planet ayurveda to manage the problem of edema. This herbal formulation is available in the form of tablets and is an amazing blend of various herbs which are given below

LIST OF INGREDIENTS

  • Kusha (Desmostachya bipinnata)
  • Kasha (Saccharum spontaneum)
  • Shara (Ceratophyllus submersum)
  • Darbha (Cynodon dactylon)
  • Ikshu (Saccharum officinarum)

Benefits

It helps to manage the water retention in the body. It also helps to balance the tridoshas, mainly kapha dosha because vitiated kapha dosha leads to severe edema. This herbal formulation helps provide the relief in the problems associated with edema like swelling in legs, hands, arms, ankle and feet.

Dosage : 2 tablets twice in a day with plain water.

Diet & lifestyle recommendations

“Say no to these foods if you are suffering from edema”

Some of the diet tips are here which helps during edema

  • Avoid intake of salt. Because high sodium level results in pittaj edema.
  • Avoid processed food.
  • Limit intake of carbohydrates.
  • Take fibre rich diet.
  • Avoid smoking and drinking.
  • Do regular exercise.
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