Category: Ayurveda

What Are Myositis, Causes & Symptoms, Treatment with Ayurveda?

ABSTRACT

The health of a person depends on all the bodily components and their respective well-being. Muscles and bones are the main structures responsible for various kinds of movements in the body. There can be a variety of causes that may deplete the status of the musculoskeletal system and thus interfere with the day to day activities. One such condition in headlines these days is Myositis. A popular actress Samantha is diagnosed with myositis. Let us learn about this condition in detail.

 MYOSITIS

INTRODUCTION

The term myositis is a general term used for the chronic and progressive inflammation of the muscles of the body. Some types of this condition are also associated with skin rashes. Myositis can affect people of any age group. Females are more prone as compared to males. There are different types of myositis such as dermatomyositis, inclusion body myositis, juvenile myositis, polymyositis, etc. The causes of this condition will be described as follows.

CAUSES

The exact causes are yet not known. But the estimated causes underlying this condition can be autoimmune diseases such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.; viral infections such as flu, cold, etc; drug toxicity, etc. However some reports and research suggest the probability of an autoimmune state to arise from this condition.

SYMPTOMS

The symptoms vary vastly from person to person. The most common symptoms will include the following –

  • Muscular pains
  • Tenderness in muscles.
  • General feeling of not being well.
  • Excessive sweating during night time.
  • Weight loss
  • Weakness of muscles and tiredness

DIAGNOSIS

The diagnosis of myositis will include examination of symptoms along with the various investigations. The investigations will include electromyography, magnetic resonance therapy, nerve conduction study, antinuclear antibody test, genetic testing, etc. The treatment will be discussed as follows.

TREATMENT

There is no yet known specific treatment for myositis. However to manage the condition, corticosteroids such as prednisolone, etc. are prescribed. According to the patient’s condition, some immunosuppressant drugs may also be prescribed. In addition to the medicines, regular physical activity and exercises must be a part of the daily routine. While the modern allopathic medicines fail to effectively treat the condition, let us learn the ayurvedic approach for managing it.

AYURVEDIC ASPECT

Ayurveda is a well flourished science with plenty of beneficial medical facts. The principles of ayurveda explain various ways to get rid of the disease by establishing the equilibrium between the three dosha (vata, pitta, kapha). These three dosha are considered to be the fundamentals of a healthy body. And an imbalance between the levels of these dosha will result in the diseased state.

The condition of myositis can also be a result of the imbalance between the equilibrium of these dosha. In every disease, all the three dosha are vitiated but one or two of them are more prominently hindered, and constitute the major presenting features. In the case of myositis, the major dushti or vitiation is believed to be of the vata dosha. The patient experiences prickling pain which is similar to the characteristic Suchibhedan vata peeda (i.e. pain similar to that of being pricked by a needle) presented by the vitiation of vata dosha. So, the main line of ayurvedic management of the condition of Myositis will require balancing the levels of vata dosha. This can be accomplished by the administration of various ayurvedic formulations. The ayurvedic preparations will help to manage the diseased condition and enhance the health of the body. These ayurvedic products will be described as follows.

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA FOR MYOSITIS

Planet Ayurveda is providing various preparations of natural herbs which are prepared using authentic ways and provide great results in improving the condition of myositis. All the herbal products manufactured here are free from chemicals, preservatives, starch, additives, colors and fillers. These products are hundred percent natural and are formulated by MD Ayurvedic doctors with deep knowledge of Ayurveda and many years of experience. The ayurvedic formulations beneficial for the condition of myositis are described as follows.

PRODUCT LIST

  1. RUMOGIN 5 CAPSULES
  2. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN
  3. MUSLI STRENGTH CAPSULES
  4. YOGRAJ GUGGUL
  5. AAMVATANTAK CHURNA

Herbal Remedies For Myositis

Harbal Remedies For Myositis

PRODUCT DERPTION

1. Rumogin 5 Capsules

Rumogin 5 capsules are prepared by planet ayurveda using various natural ingredients such as haridra (Curcuma longa), maricha (Piper nigrum), Pippali (Piper longum), etc. It helps to pacify the aggravated vata dosha from the body. This will help to improve the movement of the joints and the state of muscles, and will also be effective in managing pain impulses. Thus, benefiting the patient of myositis.

Dosage – One capsule two times a day, after meals.

2. Boswellia Curcumin

Boswellia curcumin is an ayurvedic formulation being prepared by planet ayurveda in the form of capsules. It contains a combination of beneficial ayurvedic herbs such as shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and haridra or turmeric (Curcuma longa). This combination helps to manage the pain sensations effectively. It is also known to provide strength to the muscles and bones in the body. Boswellia curcumin capsules will thus help to improve the movement and hence manage the condition of myositis.

Dosage – One capsule two times a day, after meals.

3. Musli Strength Capsules

Musli Strength Capsules are prepared by planet ayurveda containing natural extracts of safed musli (Asparagus adscendens) and gokshura (Tribulus terrestris). These capsules help to pacify the vitiated vata dosha from the body. Both herbs are very effective in strengthening the musculoskeletal system. It is also known to increase the overall health of the body. Thus, improving the condition of myositis.

Dosage – Musli Strength capsules can be given 1capsule two times a day, after meals.

4. Yograj Guggul

Yograj Guggul is a classical formulation mentioned in traditional Ayurveda texts consisting of Guggul resin (Commiphora mukul), Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica), pippali (Piper longum) etc. This combination of herbs is very helpful in painful joints and muscles. This articulation helps to maintain the skeletal and neuromuscular system as well as removes toxins from the system. It helps to slow down the degenerative processes and boosts up the rejuvenating processes. Thus, benefitting the patient of myositis.

Dosage – 1 tablet two times a day with warm water, after meals.

5. Aamvatantak Churna

Aamvatantak churna is being prepared by Planet ayurveda. This churna contains powdered form of various medicinal herbs such as Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Methi (Fenugreek), Haridra (Curcuma longa), etc. The combinations of these drugs help to improve digestion and balance the vata dosha of the body. This will help to improve the pain sensations and also the general well-being of the patient suffering from myositis.

Dosage – Aamvatantak churna is to be taken 1/2 teaspoonful two times a day, after meals.

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CONCLUSION

After analyzing the above provided information regarding the myositis, it can be concluded that although, it is not a fatal condition but if not managed timely and properly, may hinder the quality of life adversely, upto a great extent. It requires appropriate medical attention and should be dealt with responsibly as it can hinder the life of the one suffering from it. Ayurveda provides principles for maintaining the healthy state of the body and managing the diseased condition effectively. The main aim of treatment of the myositis will be to pacify the vitiated vata dosha. This will be achieved with the use of ayurvedic formulation along with strictly following a healthy diet and lifestyle. So, ayurveda can effectively manage the cases of myositis and improve the health status of the patient up to a great extent.

Vestibular Hypofunction Its Treatment with Herbal Remedies

Abstract

Ears are a miraculous sense organ that helps us to listen to things. Ear is divided into three parts: the external ear, middle ear and internal ear. Internal ear performs two most important functions that balances the body and helps in balancing the body and changes the vibrations into the electric signal that passes through the auditory nerve. Vestibular hypofunction is a feeling of dizziness that occurs due to certain abnormality in the inner ear. This also leads to troublesome balancing of the body. Recently bollywood actor, Varun Dhawan revealed that he has been struggling with vestibular hypofunction. In the text below, we shall see its detail in detail and we shall also discuss the management of the same in the contemporary system of medicine as well as in the traditional Indian medicinal system of Ayurveda.

Vestibular Hypofunction

Introduction

Vestibular hypofunction is a disorder of the inner ear that is manifested by dizziness, improper balance and equilibrium and troublesome concentration.

There can be many other associated symptoms depending on the cause of the condition. In Ayurveda, the vata dosha, within normal limits, maintains the ideal equilibrium and proper functioning of the sense organs. Vestibular hypofunction in Ayurveda can be correlated according to its symptoms and the vitiation of dosha involved i.e. the vata dosha. Further in this text, we shall discuss the causes, signs and symptoms, investigation and management of vestibular hypofunction. Let’s have a look!!

Causes of Vestibular Hypofunction

  1. Idiopathic: Around 51 percent of the cases are idiopathic that means no cause has been found.
  2. Toxic/Metabolic: Approx 14 percent cases have been linked to the toxicity of antibiotics, furosemide, aspirin, gentamicin amikacin, alcohol and others. Deficiencies of certain nutrients such as folate, vitamin B12. Hypothyroidism and styrene poisoning also have been linked to the occurrence of vestibular hypofunction.
  3. Infectious:8 to 12 percent of the cases of vestibular hypofunction have been linked to certain infections such as cerebellitis, lues,meningitis, encephalitis, behcet’s disease, borrelia infection, neuritis, herpes simplex virus infection etc.
  4. Autoimmune: Cogan’s syndrome, sarcoidosis, sjogren’s syndrome, celiac disease, polyarteritis nodosa, colitis, susac’s syndrome etc.
  5. Neurodegenerative: superficial siderosis, multiple system atrophy, ataxia, polyneuropathy etc.
  6. Genetic: mutation chromosome 22q, 11q, 6q, 5q, DFNA-4, DFNA-9, DFNA-11, DFNA-9
  7. Congenital: Enlarged vestibular aqueduct, Alport syndrome, Turner syndrome, Usher syndrome.
  8. Neoplastic: Neurofibromatosis type 2, malignant tumour, vestibular schwannoma, metastasis of lymphoma.
  9. Trauma: Iatrogenic (e.g. bilateral cochlear implantation), head injury.
  10. Vascular: vertebrobasilar dolichoectasia, infra or supratentorial lesions.
  11. Other ear pathology: Otosclerosis, labyrinthitis, meniere’s disease, cholesteatoma.

Signs and Symptoms of Vestibular Hypofunction

  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Difficult walking in busy places
  • Vomiting
  • Poor balance or imbalance
  • Vertigo or visual vertigo
  • Inability to maintain posture
  • Blurring of vision
  • Oscillopsia
  • Cognitive deficits
  • Psychological or psychiatric symptoms

Investigations

  • There are no standardised procedures available to diagnose vestibular hypofunction. But following are some of the tests performed that helps in diagnosing ventricular hypofunction :
  • Caloric test
  • Head Impulse Test (HIT)
  • Torsion swing test
  • Rotatory Chair test
  • Vestibular -Evoked Myogenic Potentials (VEMP)
  • Dynamic Visual Acuity Test (DVA)
  • Cerebral imaging
  • Audiometry
  • Blood tests

Differential Diagnosis

  • Cerebellar syndrome
  • Autoimmune inner ear disease
  • Meningitis
  • Sequential vestibular neuritis
  • Meniere’s disease
  • Neurosyphilis
  • Congenital malformations
  • Cogan’s syndrome
  • Temporal bone fractures
  • Post-binaural cochlear implantation
  • Sarcoidosis

Management of Vestibular Hypofunction

  • Treating the cause of vestibular hypofunction
  • Vestibular suppressants
  • Antiemetics to stop frequent vomiting

Physiotherap

  • Exercise that promote gaze stability
  • Exercises that habituate symptoms including optokinetic exercises
  • Exercises that improve goat and balance
  • Walking for endurance or aerobic exercises

Precautions/Prevention

  • Stopping alcohol and smoking
  • Exercising regularly
  • Well balanced diet that includes all the nutrition for the proper functioning of the sense organs.
  • Lifestyle management

Ayurvedic Aspect and Management of Vestibular Hypofunction

Ayurveda, an ancient medicinal system of India, has been serving mankind from acute to chronic conditions. Ayurveda is based on the three body humours and all the diseases are based on alterations or imbalance of these three humerus (doshas) i.e. vata, pitta and kapha. The condition we are considering here is due to vitiation of vata dosha. Vata dosha, the main dosha, which is involved in all the sensory and balancing functions. Any kind of vitiation of vata dosha leads to the emergence of certain symptoms and diseases.

Vestibular hypofunction is a condition that is characterised by imbalance, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, confusion, vertigo etc. There are many causes that can develop this condition. In Ayurveda the condition can be correlated with pranavarita vyan vayu. This pranavrita vyan vayu leads to hindrance of the functioning of the sense organs. Further it leads to bhrama (a state of confusion and dizziness) and it also leads to weakness, difficult concentration and irritation.

The management of the condition revolves around the correction or balancing of the vata dosha.

General Management Protocol

  • Oleation with mild virechan medicines
  • Vatanuloman medicines
  • Deepan pachan (Appetizing and digestive medicines)
  • Medicated enema
  • Nasya
  • Dhoompana (medicated)
  • Sweet, sour and salty and snighdha food.

Management

  • Shodhan chikitsa
  • Shaman chikitsa

Shodhan Chikitsa

  • Snehana karma
  • Swedana karma
  • Virecham karma
  • Vasti karma
  • Rasayan chikitsa
  • Nasya and dhoompana
  • Karnapoorana

Karna Poorana

Karna refers to the ear and poorana means filling. Karna poorana thus denoyes filling of the auditory canal with medicated oil. Karna poorana has a lot of benefits as it helps in a number of ear diseases. It nourishes the ears, the sense organ. It helps in relieving tinnitus, aids hearing, balances the vata dosha and provides strength to the nerves associated with the ear. With these actions it gives clarity to the mind, thus overcoming the status of confusion. As it pacifies the vata dosha therefore helps in the balancing of the body.

Karna bindu taila and badhirya nashak oil are helpful in vestibular hypofunction.

Shaman Chikitsa

  • Vatagajankush ras
  • Mahavatagajankush rasa
  • Chintamani ras
  • Yogendra ras
  • Sarvangsundar rasa
  • Vatvidhwansan ras
  • Rasraj rasa
  • Ashwagandha churna
  • Panchkol churna
  • Rasnadi kwath
  • Mashbaladi kwath
  • Gokhshuradi kwath
  • Rason tail
  • Bala tail
  • Dashmooladya ghrit
  • Ashwagandha ghrit
  • Yograj guggul
  • Kaishor guggul
  • Amrita guggul
  • Drakshasav
  • Shiva gutika
  • Chywanprash
  • Brahma rasasyn
  • Agnitundi vati
  • Praval panchamrit rasa etc are some of the beneficial classical ayurvedic formulations that help in vestibular hypofunction.

Herbs that are useful in vestibular hypofunction include nirgundi (Vitex negundo), bala (Sida cordifolia), guggul (Commiphora mukul), shunthi (Zingiber officinale), errand (Ricinus communis), bhallataka (Semecarpus anacardium), jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi), pippali (Piper longum), vatsnabh (Aconitum ferox), brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and various others.

Yoga Asanas that are helpful in managing vestibular hypofunction includes halasana, sarvangasana, bhadrasana, vajrasana, surya namaskara, gomukhasana, padmasana etc.

Pathya

  • Ghrit (Ghee)
  • Oil
  • Sesame seeds
  • Wheat
  • Maash
  • Shali chawal
  • Sathi chawal
  • Kulath
  • Sura
  • Parval
  • Moringa
  • Garlic
  • Pomegranate
  • Mango
  • Nimbu (lemon)
  • Ber
  • Draksha
  • Gokshur
  • Milk
  • Coconut water
  • Tamarind
  • Gomutra (cow urine)
  • Massage etc

Apathya

  • Chana (chickpeas)
  • Matar (Peas)
  • Kodo
  • Karela
  • Madhu (honey)
  • Worry
  • Grief
  • Waking till late night
  • Sexual intercourse etc

Herbal Remedies by Planet Ayurveda for Vestibular Hypofunction

Planet Ayurveda is an emerging US-FDA registered, GMP certified and ISO 9001:2015 certified Ayurvedic Company, which adhered to the aim of manufacturing standard Ayurvedic medicines as given in the various ancient scriptures of Ayurveda. Medicines are prepared without preservatives and additives and other kinds of synthesised material which cause many ill effects on the human body. Products manufactured at Planet Ayurveda are pure and devoid of any adulteration. Planet Ayurveda extends its herbal formulations that are helpful in managing the condition of vestibular hypofunction.

Given below are some of the herbal products that are helpful in managing Vestibular Hypofunction

  1. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN
  2. GUGGUL CAPSULES
  3. NEUROGENIE CAPSULES
  4. INDIAN VALERIANA
  5. MEMORY SUPPORT

Herbal Remedies For Vestibular Hypofunction Herbal Remedies For Vestibular Hypofunction Product Description

1. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN

Boswellia Curcumin is a patent product of Planet Ayurveda. It is filled with the goodness of haridra (Curcuma longa) and shallaki (Boswellia serrata). It is of great help in inflammatory, infectious and painful conditions. Boswellia Curcumin reduces the pain and other symptoms related to vestibular hypofunction and also helps in the healing of the vestibule. Therefore, Boswellia Curcumin is beneficial in the condition of vestibular hypofunction. This product of Planet Ayurveda wonderfully manages the symptoms such as vertigo, confusion and troublesome balancing of the body.

Dosage: Two capsules twice a day.

2. GUGGUL CAPSULES

Guggul capsules, is a product of Planet Ayurveda which is made up of standardised and pure extract of guggul (Commiphora mukul). Guggul is known for its tridosha shamak (pacifying) and anti-inflammatory properties. It is considered as very beneficial ayurvedic remedy for a number of inflammatory conditions conditions such as amavata (rheumatoid arthritis), psoriatic arthritis, sandhigata vata (osteoarthritis), asthi kshaya (osteoporosis), asthi majja gata vata (ankylosing spondylitis), vatarakta (gout), etc. Guggul has effective results in the case of vestibular hypofunction. Guggul helps in the prevention and managing the condition of neuritis that is inflammation of the nerves. In the case of the vestibulocochlear nerve that is generally involved in the vestibular hypofunction and related symptoms.

Dosage: One capsule twice a day.

3. NEUROGENIE CAPSULES

Neurogenie capsules is a product of Planet Ayurveda, which is filled with the properties of herbs that are regarded as medhya (brain tonic/memory booster) as per Ayurvedic texts which improve and promote mental and neurological  functions. The formulation is composed of the herbs ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and brahmi (Bacopa monnieri). These are useful in promoting wellness of the mind and coping up with stress. And also helps in vata imbalance. As the condition of , Neurogenie capsules are helpful in vestibular hypofunction.

Dosage: Two capsules twice a day.

4. INDIAN VALERIANA

Indian Valeriana capsules is a product of Planet Ayurveda which comprises unadulterated natural concentrate of herb tagar (Valeriana wallichii). It goes about as a brain tonic and helps in further developing mind capabilities by forestalling cell harm because of its cell reinforcement property. Tagar is known for its sensory system quieting property and neurological conditions, for example, uneasiness, sorrow, epilepsy, a sleeping disorder and so on. Indian valeriana capsules help in all neurological issues because of its calming and vata pacifying properties. As we saw above, Vestibular hypofunction occurs due the vitiated vata dosha. It gives strength to the nerves thus helps in the nerve related disease. In this manner Indian valeriana is a grand spice that aids in the same.

Dosage: One capsule twice a day.

5. MEMORY SUPPORT

Memory Support capsules are a patent product of Planet Ayurveda. As the name of the product suggests, Memory Support enhances memory and gives relief from the status of confusion because of vestibular hypofunction. It contains licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra), brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) and vacha (Acorus calamus) . All the herbs maintain a good nervous well being. It enhances concentration and boosts memory which makes it an effective formulation for the problematic symptoms of the above said condition. Therefore, Memory Support capsules work amazingly in managing vestibular hypofunction.

Dosage:  One capsule twice a day.

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Conclusion

Vestibular hypofunction is a common condition that people have been suffering from. It came into limelight after bollywood star Varun Dhawan disclosed this in an interview.  It is a condition that can have a number of causes. The symptoms usually include confusion, vertigo and difficult balancing of the body while changing postures and positions. In the contemporary system of medicines there is not proper management available for the same. Whereas in Ayurveda, the condition can be managed with its magnificent ways to pacify the vata dosha, the main culprit behind the occurrence of the disease. The medicines and procedures above mentioned are really helpful in management of vestibular hypofunction. Products of Planet Ayurveda, mentioned above are so good in overcoming the condition as well as symptoms of improper balance, vertigo, nauseas and others.