Herbal Remedies:
The use of herbs is a time-honored approach to strengthening the body and treating disease. The following have been used traditionally to treat rheumatoid arthritis:
Arthcare Oil and Capsules: Arthcare is an anti-arthritic herbal formula which not only gives a sure relief in rheumatic arthritis but also strengthens the bone tissues, the skeletal and the neuromuscular systems, giving a comfortable movements of joints and muscles. It is a powerful antioxidant and increases the energy level. Arthcare penetrates the body tissue faster than any other ointment because of its strong anti-inflammatory action. It removes stiffness and improves mobility of limbs. It brings relief from backaches, muscular strains, rheumatic pains, joint pains etc. More..
Shallaki also known as boswellia (Boswellia serrata): In clinical trials, promising results were observed in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, chronic colitis, Crohn's disease. Researchers found that standardized Boswellia extract significantly reduced swelling and pain and usually reduced morning stiffness for people with rheumatoid arthritis. Also known as boswella, this herb is native to India, used for centuries by Ayurvedic physicians in arthritis herbal remedies. It has well proven anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects through the inhibition of inflammatory-causing substances, speeding up of cartilage formation, and improved blood supply to the joints. More..
Ashwagandha (Withania somniferum) is an Asian plant of the potato family. Its roots have long been used to treat "rheumatism," high blood pressure, immune dysfunctions, erection problems and also to ease inflammation. Because of all this, it's sometimes called the "Indian ginseng." More..
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Research suggests ginger root inhibits production of prostaglandins and leukotrienes, which are involved in pain and inflammation. In an uncontrolled 1992 Danish study, 56 patients who had either RA, OA or muscular discomfort took powdered ginger. All of those with musculoskeletal pain and three-fourths of those with OA or RA reported varying degrees of pain relief and no side effects, even among those who took the ginger for more than two years.
There is no sure shot for arthritis in modern medicines other than some pain killers, NSAID’s and analgesics. Ayurveda helps definitely one or the other way. However this is the disease in which there should be combine therapy – external and internal. External therapy includes various types of massage and panchakarma where as internal medications include certain single herb extract and formulae.
Here are some of the important single herbs…
Indian herb |
Latin name |
Common name |
Action |
Raasna
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Pluchea lanceolata
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Acts as natural NSAID without any side-effects
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Eranda
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Ricinus communis
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Castor
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Potent anti-inflammatory agent
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Guduchi
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Tinospora cordifolia
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Modifies the disease, best immunomodulator, breaks down antigen antibody pathogenesis |
Shunthi |
Zingiber officinale |
Ginger |
Anti-inflammatory, best among Vata pacifier. Also aampachaka (digestive) |
Devdaru
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Cedrus deodara |
Devdar |
Relieves the pain of arthritis and is potent Vata pacifier.
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Pippali |
Piper longum |
Piper |
Good immune developer and also good for joints and synovial fluid. |
Certain classical remedies available in Ayurveda are…
- Raasna saptak kwatha (herbal decoction)
- Guggulu preparations viz., kaishore guggulu, triphala guggulu
- Maharasnadi kwatha (herbal decoction)
- Dashmoola kwatha (decoction containing ten herbs)
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