Category: Arthritis / Bone / Joint Health

March 9, 2022

Natural Treatment Of Meralgia Paresthetica

Abstract 

Meralgia Paresthetica is a condition in which there is numbness or tingling sensation and pain in the thigh region. This condition is caused by compression of lateral femoral cutaneous nerve which serves supply to anterior and lateral part of the thigh. This condition is also called Bernhard- Roth syndrome i.e. excessive pressure is attained by thigh or leg. In this article we are going to discuss the Meralgia Paresthetica in detail and know about the Ayurvedic management of this disease.  So be with me till the end.

Meralgia-paresthetica

Introduction

Meralgia Paresthetica is a disease which is caused by compression of nerves (lateral femoral Cutaneous nerve) but it doesn’t hamper the ability to use the leg muscles (walk, run or do his daily activities). This disease is also known as Bernhard- Roth syndrome. In this condition there is numbness and tingling sensation in thigh and pain in thigh. It can be caused by wearing tight clothes or any type of injury to the affected part. Meralgia Paresthetica can be managed by wearing loose clothes. In severe conditions there may be a need for any type of medications and surgery.

Incidence

  • Age – more in above 35-40 years of age
  • Diabetes
  • Pregnancy
  • Obese
  • Injury (injury due to seatbelt in car accident)

Ayurvedic aspect of Meralgia Paresthetica

In the ancient era all the rogas (diseases) were managed by Ayurvedic culture and the treatment was effective. Ayurveda treats patients from ancient times and effectively cures the patients.  Due to vata, it causes pain in thighs or legs, numbness or tingling sensation in the thigh etc. Ayurvedic treatment subside the vata and help to balance all the three dosha present in the body and by lifestyle modifications we can maintain a balanced health and enhance life.

Causes of Meralgia Paresthetica

  • Tight clothes (belts and tight pants)
  • Obese
  • Use of Tight belt
  • Pregnancy
  • Swelling over the affected part
  • Exposure to lead based paint.
  • Recovering from any injury
  • Anisomelia (two limbs of unequal length)
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Alcoholic

Symptoms of Meralgia Paresthetica

  • Numbness and tingling sensation in thigh.
  • Burning pain over the thigh.
  • Severe pain while walking or running
  • Pain in the groin region which may spread to the groin.
  • Increased sensitivity to heat.
  • Stabbing pain over lateral thigh.

Diagnosis of Meralgia Paresthetica

  • Medical history (any history of pregnancy or trauma)
  • Physical examination ( view walking)
  • Blood tests (rule for diabetes, hormone imbalance , anemia)
  • Thyroid test
  • Vitamin level tests and lead levels tests.
  • X-ray of pelvis
  • CT scan
  • MRI
  • USG (to rule out the fibroid uterus)
  • Nerve conduction test.
  • Nerve blockade

Prevention of Meralgia Paresthetica

  • Maintaining a healthy weight.
  • Wearing loose fitted clothes (avoid wearing jeans)
  • Avoid use of pelvic belts with jeans.

Treatment of Meralgia Paresthetica

  • Corticosteroid injections are given to reduce inflammation.
  • Anti depressants are to be given to reduce pain.
  • Anti seizure medications are to be given.
  • Over the counter pain reliever medications.
  • Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation.
  • NSAIDS use

As there are adverse side effects of allopath and reoccurrence or dissolving the symptoms of the disease can occur. Ayurveda can maintain the balance of dosha to control the disease. Allopathic medicines result in many health complications whereas Ayurvedic medicine provides excellent health benefits with the treatment of disease and the main purpose of Ayurvedic medicine is to diminish a disease with its roots. The concepts of universal interconnection, the body’s constitution (Prakriti), and Dosha are the primary basis of Ayurvedic medicine. Goals of treatment aid the person by eliminating impurities, reducing symptoms, increasing resistance to disease, reducing worry, and increasing harmony in life as described by Acharyas Charak and Sushruta in Samhita. Ayurvedic treatment subsides the doshas and helps to balance all the three dosha present in the body and by lifestyle modifications we can maintain a balanced health and enhance life.

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Ayurvedic treatment of glossopharyngeal neuralgia by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a globally recognized firm that provides best herb remedies to the patients. It extracts pure raw materials from the herb and makes 100% genuine products with no side effects and best overall result since 20 years. And planet Ayurveda provides the best Ayurvedic medicines to treat the imbalanced dosha. Its products are pure vegetarian and naturally extracted from the herb and medicinal plant. Planet Ayurveda strictly follows the government guidelines for making their product best. Planet Ayurveda is a GMP certified herbal supplements manufacturing company. Planet Ayurveda has herbal supplements which have very high and positive results.

 

Herbal Remedies from Planet Ayurveda are

  1. Ashwagandha capsules
  2. Boswellia Curcumin
  3. Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras
  4. Hakam churna

Product Description

1. Ashwagandha Capsules 

Ashwagandha capsule contains 500 mg purified extract. Ashwagandha capsule are used which are beneficial in glossopharyngeal neuralgia. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is used for antioxidant properties, neuropathy due to diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, tonic that enhances physical and mental stamina, immunity booster and nerve tonic that is used to pacify the nervous system.

Dosage-:  1 capsule twice a day after meal.

2. Boswellia Curcumin 

Major ingredients are Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Curcumin (curcuma longa). Boswellia Curcumin is used for brain edema and is best used as an anti-inflammatory It has best effects on osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, crohn’s disease and reduces brain edema.

Dosage -: 2 capsules twice a day, after a meal with plain water.

3. Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras 

Vrihat Vatchintamani ras is a classical herbal formulation specially prepared to balance the vata dosha. Major ingredients are Swarna bhasma (calx of gold), Rajat bhasma (Clax of silver), Loha bhasma (Calx of iron) It has the best effects on muscle stiffness and helps in maintaining the movements of muscles. It is indicated in paralysis, migraine, vertigo and psychosis.

Dosage-:1 tab once a day after a meal.

4. Hakam Churna

Major ingredients are Chandershoor (Lepidium sativum), kalonji (Nigella sativa), Methi (Trigonella foenum graecum), Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi). It has an antispasmodic property, so useful in spasm of muscles. It helps in digestion and maintains the bowel movement. Its best results are in chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, sciatica, stiffness and numbness conditions.

Dosage -: 1 teaspoon twice daily with hot water after a meal.

Conclusion

In the ancient era all the rogas (diseases) were managed by Ayurvedic culture and the treatment was effective. Ayurveda treats patients from ancient times and effectively cures the patients. It is better to take Ayurvedic medicines because it has no side effects with best results over the years and because all the medicines are free from any preservatives and other chemicals that affect your health. Ayurvedic treatment emphasizes on treating the root cause of the condition and it is capable of eliminating the diseases permanently. In a nutshell, it can be concluded that with appropriate and timely management of tridosha present in our body, the quality of life of the patient can be improved effectively.

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February 26, 2022

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.

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

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

  1. Arvindasav Syrup
  2. Energo Plan Syrup
  3. Aamvatantak Churna
  4. Boswellia Curcumin
  5. 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.

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