Category: Colles Fracture

Colles Fracture It’s Treatment With The Herbal Remedies

Abstract 

The radius is the most commonly broken and is the largest of the two bones in the forearm. The distal part of the radius with the other carpal bones forms the wrist joint. The broken wrist joint in which the radius bone breaks and is bent backward is called a Colles Fracture. In this article we will discuss the cause, risk factors, symptoms, and diagnostic criteria for Colles Fracture, also we will discuss the management of fracture in Ayurveda with ayurvedic medicines and panchakarma therapies.

Colles Fracture

Introduction

Colles Fracture is a type of fracture of wrist bone in which the broken end of the radius is bent backward. These types of fractures are very common due to an increased rate of use of motor vehicles and accidents occurring. Though fractures do not occur only due to this reason. A fall from stairs or a person falling unconscious may also cause Colles Fracture. This fracture may also cause damage to the median nerve that is just behind the wrist bones and can cause various complications that can be mild to severe. It usually occurs about three to five centimeters proximal to the radio-carpel joint. Fracture becomes easier and more common in a person with osteoporosis and damages the bone to more extent than a person without osteoporosis.

Ayurvedic Aspect

Asthi Bhanga is described as a bone fracture in Ayurveda. The Colles fracture (Wrist fracture) or radius bone fracture occurs due to the sudden jerk on the wrist. Though the causes are the same in both contexts the pathology differs as in Ayurveda the bone fracture is then related to the presence of excess Vata dosha in the affected areas and the site of fracture. The herbal treatment described in Vedas for the management of Asthi Bhanga is described further in the article.

Causes

The fracture of the wrist occurs due to a sudden jerk or pressure on the wrist that could be due to the

●      Sudden fall on the outstretched hands

Symptoms

Symptoms of Colles Fracture may include

●      Pain

●      Swelling

●      Deformity

●      Bruising

●      Tenderness

●      Hanging wrist

●      Fingers feel numb

Diagnosis

The diagnosis for Colles Fracture includes

●      X-rays

●      Physical examinations include- dorsal displacement

●      Radial shortening

●      Comminution at the site

Treatment

Treatment includes manual management and surgical management depending upon the severity and extent of the fracture

●      Analgesics

●      Anti-inflammatory drugs

●      Closed reduction in mild fracture

●      Open reduction and internal flexion in severe cases

●      Casting

●      Surgery

Fractures need a year or more time to heal completely. What matters is the strength of bones to work again with the same strength and ability that is possible if the bones get perfect nutrition through ayurvedic medicines that will provide the needed power to the bones and make them strong to overcome the prolonged complications after the fracture. 

Herbal Remedies For Colles Fracture By Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda provides very effective treatment for the healing of fractures with Ayurveda medicines that are prepared in their pharmacy. These drugs are pure and are used in various deformities including physical as well as mental ailments. The drugs used in Colles Fracture management are completely natural and strengthen the bones to work with the same efficiency as they used to before the fracture. Also, these medicines will manage the condition of osteoporosis which is a risk factor in this deformity. 

Planet Ayurveda has a patent Fracture Healing Pack that is used for the management of Colles Fracture. The detailed description of the pack is as follows-

Fracture Healing Pack

1. Lakshadi Guggul

2. Cissus Power

3. Ashwagandha Ghrit

4. Bone Support

5. Dashmoola Capsules

Herbal Remedis For Colles Fracture
Herbal Remedies For Colles Fracture

Products Description

1. Lakshadi Guggul

Guggul (Comniphora mukul) has Vatanashak properties and is used in various disorders in the body. It is used along with Laksha (Laccifer lacca) for the management of broken bones. This product along with these two herbs contains Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), etc. these tablets will increase the overall bone density and fade away the general weakness of bones. It will strengthen the bones and will indicate early healing of the Colles Fracture.

Dosage – Take 2 tablets twice daily

2. Cissus Power

These patent capsules of Planet Ayurveda contain standard extracts of Cissus (Cissus quadrangularis). It is a very famous and effective herb for the bones and joints health. These capsules assist in joining and strengthening bones properly. The capsules consumed regularly will pacify the Vata and Kapha dosha and will support early healing and proper movement of the wrist joint. 

Dosage – Take 1 capsule twice daily

3. Ashwagandha Ghrit

The ghrit produced by Planet Ayurveda is used to nourish the nerves and is prepared from Pure Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Cow ghee, etc. In Colles Fracture this ghrit is prescribed to reduce muscle weakness and fatigue due to falling. It will also reduce joints and bone pains that will allow easy movement of the wrist.

Dosage – Take 1 tablespoon of ghrit twice daily after meals

4. Bone Support

These natural capsules are used for improving the general health of the bones. It is composed of all bones favoring natural herbs such as Shudh Laksha (Laccifer lacca), Praval pishti (Corallium rubrum), etc. These capsules help maintain healthy bones and a healthy skeletal system. They balance the three doshas in the body and offer early healing of fractured bones. They work miraculously in low bone density conditions by increasing the bone density to appropriate levels and strengthening the bones enough to work properly and facilitating free and easy movement of joints.

Dosage – Take 1 capsule twice daily

5. Dashmoola Capsules

These pure herbal vegetarian capsules are manufactured by Planet Ayurveda through the mixed combination of ten herbs including Bilwa (Aegle marmelos), Patla (Stereospermum suaveolens), Gambhari (Gmelina arborea), Kantakari (Solanum surattense), etc. The capsules will reduce pain and inflammation at the site of the fracture and will make the recovery easy and painless. Along with bones, it also nourishes and strengthens the nearby nerves, muscles, and the joint itself. It is a very effective medicine for the management of Colles Fracture.

Dosage – Take 1 capsule twice daily

Along with these oral Ayurvedic medications, various external therapies are also indicated for easy recovery of the patient that includes-

●      Abhyanga

●      Potli swedana

●      Yoga

These therapies are done based on the severity, Prakriti, and condition of the person.

CONTACT PLANET AYURVEDA TO PROVIDE YOU THE COSTING / ORDERING AND DELIVERY INFORMATION AT – COSTING.PLANETAYURVEDA@GMAIL.COM OR CALL AT +91-172-5214040

Conclusion

Ayurveda will strengthen your bones and will facilitate free movement of the joints by healing the fracture. It is difficult to heal the fracture and come back with the same strength after the fracture. But it is possible with Ayurveda. You can book your appointments at www.planetayurveda.com if you are dealing with such a problem. 

What Is Colles Fracture? – Ayurvedic Herbs for Fractures

Abstract

Colles fracture is a broken wrist type and wrist fracture is usually termed as Colles fracture. In this type the fracture is away from the center of the body, i.e. distal with an upward angle (dorsal angulation). Colles fracture is a serious injury and it is very painful in nature. This fracture usually occurs when a person falls on an outstretched hand. When a person while falling tries to save themselves, he/she lands on hand , especially on the small bones which make your hand and wrist (specifically the scaphoid and lunate bones). This fall causes exertion of force on the radius bone of the arm. There occurs in the dorsal end of the radius bone. You can get all the information about Colles fracture and Ayurvedic medicines for fracture in this article, keep reading!

INTRODUCTION TO COLLES FRACTURE

A Colles fracture is also known as distal radius fracture or broken wrist. It is a break in the radius bone of your arm. Fracture occurs on the lower end of the radius on the wrist of the thumb side connecting to the bones of the hand. These fractures are very common, in fact it is the most common fracture of the arm. People can confuse it with its name, i.e. Colles fracture is that the fracture is in the carpal bone but is in the radius bone instead. Fracture occurs about an inch away from the wrist on the thumb side in the distal radius bone. The peculiarity of this fracture is that the break occurs in distal radius and piece of bone which breaks point upward.

Colles fracture

AYURVEDIC ASPECT OF FRACTURES

In Ayurveda, Bhagna is the term used for fractures. Bhagna is a condition where a break in a continuity of the structure of the bone occurs causing lack of the motion of the bone. Sometimes lack of motion can be due to dislocation which is called Sandhi muktha. In Ayurveda around 12 types of dislocations and 6 types of fractures are described.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF THE COLLES FRACTURE

Signs and Symptoms of the Colles Fracture are

  • Tenderness
  • Pain that aggravates on flexing  the wrist
  • Swelling
  • Bruising
  • Dinner fork deformity, i.e. deformity caused due to bent and crooked bone due to fracture

CAUSES OF COLLES FRACTURE

Colles fracture occurs when a person while falling stretch the hand out for saving themselves and fall on it. This can also occur during a car accident trauma. Colles fracture or broken wrist is common in the people involved in the sports activities like skiers, contact sports, bikers and inline skaters. There are also high risk factors like people suffering from thinning of bones or osteoporosis. However anyone can get it if the trauma occurs in the wrist.

DIAGNOSIS OF THE COLLES FRACTURE

If you are experiencing a pain in the arm preventing the normal use of it, you must contact the doctor. Never delay in contacting a doctor immediately if you are having deformed wrist, pain in the wrist, numbness in the hand, wrist and fingers and there is also change of color in the fingers, turning pale or white. Until the doctor examines it, put an ice pack on the wrist and keep it elevated. Remove the rings of any accessories from the fingers before any swelling occurs.

The most common way to diagnose any type of fracture is X-ray. In X-ray your doctor can assess if there is fracture or dislocation, site of fracture and number of broken pieces.

TREATMENT OF COLLES FRACTURE

Conventional Treatment for Colles’ Fracture aims at fixing all the broken bones into their place and keeping it like that until they are healed. It occurs with the help of different ways depending upon the age of the person, extent and nature of the injury and level of their activity.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR COLLES FRACTURE

Ayurvedic treatment in case of fractures acts as supportive treatment where different types of remedies are used to accelerate the healing of the fracture. There are different herbs in nature which possess natural qualities to heal the broken bones.

HERBAL REMEDIES OF PLANET AYURVEDA FOR COLLES FRACTURE

Planet Ayurveda is a well-known name in the field of herbal and Ayurvedic pharmaceutical companies. There are a wide range of herbal remedies and products that are manufactured here using classical Ayurvedic techniques and best of the herbs and natural compounds are used to prepare these products. For Colles’ fracture and other types of fractures as well, Planet Ayurveda offers a combination of herbal remedies.

Products List

Fracture Healing Pack

  1. Lakshadi guggul
  2. Cissus power
  3. Ashwagandhadi ghrit
  4. Bone support
  5. Dashmoola capsule

Colles Fracture, Fracture Healing Pack

Herbal Supplements for Colles fracture

Products Description

1. Lakshadi guggul

This Ayurvedic remedy is very well known to treat different types of fractures. Lakshadi guggul helps in healing broken bones, osteophytes etc. It increases the calcium deposition in the bones and makes them strong. Herbs like Laksha (Laccifer lacca), Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), Asthisamharaka (Cissus quadrangularis) etc.

2. Cissus power

It is prepared from a standardized extract of Hadjod (Cissus quadrangularis). Cissus power is one of the best formulas for strengthening bones and healing broken bones.

Dosage– Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

3. Ashwagandhadi ghrit

This Ayurvedic formulation is in the form of ghee and prepared using majorly Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Ashwagandhadi ghrit strengthen the bones and overall body, helps in treating deficiencies and helps in healing of fractured bones naturally. It also promotes the overall health and nourishes joint, bones and tissues.

Dosage- Take 1 teaspoon twice daily after meals with warm milk

4. Bone support

These capsules are prepared using herbs like Suhanjana beej (Moringa oleifera), Shudh laksha (Laccifer lacca), Arjun (Terminalia arjuna), Hadjod (Cissus quadrangularis), Mukta (Compound of pearl calcium), and Praval pishti (Corallium rubrum). Bone support capsules help in maintaining healthy bones, increases bone density and help in healing.

Dosage- Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

5. Dashmoola capsule

Dashmoola capsule is prepared by herbs like Patla (Stereospermum suaveolens), Bilwa (Aegle marmelos), Shyonak (Oroxylum indicum), Brihati (Solanum indicum), Gambhari (Gmelina arborea), etc. These capsules impart strength to the bones and increase the healing rate of the bones. It also helps in relieving the inflammation which occurs in fractures.

Dosage- Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

CONCLUSION

Colles fracture is a serious injury and one must not ignore it. If you notice any of the signs and symptoms mentioned, do contact your doctor right away. The herbal remedies mentioned above will act as supportive treatment and accelerate the healing.