Joint Disorders

Joint Disorders

Joint disorders encompass a wide range of conditions that affect the joints, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Here are some common joint disorders:

• Osteoarthritis: A degenerative joint disease where the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones wears down over time, leading to pain, swelling, and reduced joint movement.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis: An autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the lining of the joints, causing inflammation, pain, swelling, and eventually joint deformity.
• Gout: A type of arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, leading to sudden and severe attacks of pain, redness, and swelling, often in the big toe.
• Bursitis: Inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion joints, usually caused by repetitive movements or pressure on the joints.
• Tendonitis: Inflammation or irritation of tendons, the thick fibrous cords that attach muscles to bones, often caused by overuse or injury.
• Joint Infections: Bacterial or viral infections that can affect joints, causing pain, swelling, warmth, and stiffness.
• Ankylosing Spondylitis: A type of arthritis that primarily affects the spine, causing inflammation of the vertebrae and joints between the spine and pelvis, leading to stiffness and pain.

Ayurvedic treatment for joint disorders is holistic and focuses on balancing the doshas, removing toxins, nourishing the joints, and enhancing overall vitality. The treatment plan is individualized and involves a combination of detoxification therapies (Panchakarma), herbal remedies, dietary changes, and external applications.