Identification of Vata-type of Arthritis:
- Joints crack and pop
- Joints become dry.
- Joints feel cold to touch.
- They are painful usually on movement.
- There is usually a one tender spot.
- Movement like jogging, jumping, trampolining or any strenuous exercises aggravates the pain.
- There is no swelling.
Remedies recommended:
- Follow a Vata-pacifying diet.
- For cleaning the colon, take ½ to 1 tsp of haritaki with warm water before bed.
- Yogaraj guggulu 1 tablet thrice a day is also recommended.
- Apply mahanarayan oil on the affected joint and apply moist heat locally.
- For example - In case the pain is in ankles, you can massage with mahanarayan oil, then soak your feet in bearably hot water. Add 2 tsp of mustard seeds tied in a handkerchief to the water for extra benefits.
Yoga exercises recommended:
- Forward Bend
- Chest-Knee Pose
- Maha Mudra
- Half Bridge Pose
References:
Primary Source: The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies - Vasant D Lad - Part 3
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