Category: Low Bone Density

Ayurvedic Treatment of Low Bone Density – Planet Ayurveda

ABSTRACT

Strong bones are very important for living a healthy life. Low bone density is the leading cause that results in the state of osteoporosis i.e. formation of holes in the bones. It will result in various pathological fractures such as when the fracture of a bone occurs due to pathological changes in the bone structure. A person with low bone density becomes prone to bone fractures; he/ she will get his/ her bone fractured even by a slight pressure by a very low amount of force e.g. falling while walking or even without any visible reason. The low bone density will be discussed in detail in the following article. Let’s discuss them in detail!

INTRODUCTION

The structure of the body is provided by the bones. There are a total 206 bones in the body. And each and every bone provides strength and structure to various parts of the body. To measure the health status of the bones, a bone mineral density test is performed. The bone mineral density test is used to measure the levels of calcium and other types of minerals that are present in an area of bone. The normal range of T- score is suggested to be -1.0 or more. The reports that result in lower values suggest a lower bone density. A lower bone density may worsen and result in osteoporosis i.e. condition of appearance of pores in the bone.

Low Bone Density

CAUSES

Normally, the formation of bones and reabsorption of bones are simultaneously ongoing processes. The bones start getting thinner as the age advances. This phenomenon occurs because the rate of formation of bones becomes slower than the rate of reabsorption of bones. The different causes that are estimated to cause low bone density are as follows- various types of eating disorders, chemotherapy, and extreme exposure to radiation. Low bone density may be a consequence of a disease. Women are more prone to it because of the continuous hormonal changes occurring in the body. Specially, the women around the age of menopause become more susceptible to thinner bones.

SYMPTOMS

There are no specific symptoms related to the condition. The person with low bone density will not experience pain or any other symptom because of reduced bone density. But he/ she will be at a higher risk of fractures of bone. The person breaks his/ her bone even when the force or the pressure suffered is very less. For example, he/ she might get his/ her bone fractured even if he/ she falls while walking.  The bone gets thinner as the bone density levels fall and hence the chances of fracture are increased.

DIAGNOSIS

To diagnose the bone density of an individual’s bones, a bone mineral density test is performed. The reports will consist of two parameters. The bone mineral density test is used to measure the levels of calcium and other types of minerals that are present in an area of bone. One of them is T-score and the other one is Z – score. The normal range of T- score is suggested to be -1.0 or more. Any value, lower than this, will suggest low bone density and bones thinner than normal.

TREATMENT

The management of the condition of low bone density will include various measures such as administration of Vitamin-D, Calcium and various lifestyle changes. The lifestyle changes will include adopting healthy food habits and other health improving habits. The person is suggested to increase the intake of healthy foods and inhibit the junk foods totally. He/ she is given a calcium complex. The patient is advised to avoid intake of alcohol and smoking. They are suggested to exercise on a regular basis. Exposure to sunlight is a good source for vitamin-D.

AYURVEDIC ASPECT

Ayurveda always has a very unique perspective on all the processes of the body. The concept of bones and bone density is discussed in a very interesting manner in the classical texts of Ayurveda. The bones can be correlated to Asthi in the Ayurvedic literature. The asthi is mentioned as the fifth dhatu that are rasa, rakta, masa,meda, asthi, majja, shukra. These are described as the elements that dharana (retention) the sharira. They are responsible for an appropriate healthy state of the body. The asthi is said to be a very hard component that contains vata (which can be correlated to space and hence pores) and majja dhatu (a type of liquid that can be correlated to bone marrow) inside it. There is a very unique concept of Ashraye- ashrayi bhava in the description of dhatus.

It explains that each of the seven dhatu is a home to another component of the body. And as the level of the component rises, the levels of that dhatu also rise. But there is an exception in the case of asthi. The asthi, as discussed above is supposed to be a sthana (home) for vata dosha, contrary to the principle, the levels of asthi and the vata are indirectly proportional. That means when the levels of vata rise, the levels of asthi decrease. So, in low bone density conditions, it can be estimated that the levels of the vata dosha are on a higher side which leads to decreased levels of the asthi component. This interprets that to raise the asthi component (i.e. can be correlated with bone) one should put efforts to decrease the levels of the vata dosha. There are various herbal drugs that are beneficial in decreasing the levels of vata dosha in the body such as Ashwagandha, agaru etc. The compounds like praval pishti, etc are known to improve the calcium levels of the body. Hence, help in improving the bone health of the individual. He/ she are advised to practice a healthy lifestyle and healthy food habits. He/ she is suggested to avoid habits that lead to disturbance in the levels of vata dosha.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR LOW BONE DENSITY BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda is providing various preparations of natural herbs such as coral calcium complex, lakshadi guggul, osteo plan capsules, bone support, etc. which are prepared using authentic ways and provide great results in improving the bone density of the body. 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 formulations are prepared strictly according to the procedures described in the samhitas (classical texts) and therefore are very effective in promoting health and curing the diseased state.

Ayurvedic Treatment of Low Bone Density
Herbal Remedies for Low Bone Density

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. CORAL CALCIUM COMPLEX

CORAL CALCIUM COMPLEX from planet Ayurveda is prepared from various health benefitting components such as Coral (Praval pishti), Agate (Akik pishti), Jawar Mohra Pishti, Kamdudha Ras, Pearl (Mukta pishti), Giloy Satva (Guduchi), etc. The combination of these contents is supposed to increase the calcium levels of the body. So, it makes the bone stronger. Hence, corrects the condition of low bone density.

Dosage – The dose of Coral calcium complex is 1 capsule two times a day. The capsule must be taken after meals and with plain water.

2. LAKSHADI GUGGUL

Lakshadi Guggul from planet Ayurveda is prepared by combining the following- Laksha (Laccifer Lacca), Asthisamharaka (Cissus Quadrangularis), Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Nagabala (Grewia populifolia), Shuddh Guggulu (Purified Commiphora mukul) etc. The combination of these medicines will help to pacify the vata dosha from the body. And when the vata dosha levels are reduced, ultimately the levels of asthi will increase. This will lead to improving bone health. Thus, it will result in stronger bones.

Dosage – The dose of Lakshadi Guggul is 1-2 tablets two times or three times a day with lukewarm water. (As suggested by the Ayurvedic physician)

3. OSTEO PLAN CAPSULES

Osteo Plan Capsules are prepared from combining a number of various health promoting drugs such as Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Hadjod (Cissus quadrangularis), Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), etc. The combination is known to increase and promote bone health of the body. This makes the bone density levels raise and makes your bones stronger. Thus, it decreases the chances of fractures. And it promotes healing in patients with bone fractures.

Dosage – The dose of Osteo Plan Capsules should be 1-2 Capsules two times a day. It should be taken with Plain Water and after meals.

4. BONE SUPPORT

These are the components that are combined by Planet Ayurveda to prepare the bone support capsules-Shudh Laksha (Laccifer lacca), Suhanjana Beej (Moringa oleifera), Hadjod (Cissus quadrangularis), Arjun (Terminalia Arjuna), Praval pishti (Corallium rubrum), Mukta (Compound of Pearl Calcium) , etc. As the name suggests, the bone support capsules support the bone a lot. It makes the bone stronger. It is known to increase the bone mineral density when taken in appropriate doses.

Dosage – The dose of bone support capsules is 1 capsule two times a day or as prescribed by the Ayurvedic physician according to the health status. It should be taken after meals with plain water.

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CONCLUSION

The Ayurvedic principles consider that vata is the causative factor behind all the types of diseases. And as discussed above, the increased levels of vata will result in decreased levels of the asthi component. So, the target of treatment of low bone density will be to reduce the leve ls of vata dosha. Managing the proper levels of vata will lead to the healthy state of the body. So, as the Ayurvedic treatment emphasizes on treating the root cause of the condition it is capable of eliminating the disease permanently. In a nutshell, it can be concluded that with appropriate and timely management of vata levels of the body, the bone density can be increased in almost all of the cases leading to stronger bones.

Radiofrequency Ablation & Ayurvedic Treatment for Frozen Shoulder

Abstract

Frozen shoulder is an excruciating, frequently prolonged, condition that requires cautious clinical conclusion and therapy. Patients typically recuperate, however they might very well never recapture their full scope/range of movement. So this condition is quite troublesome and needs emergency care thus we must focus on its management at earliest as the patient loses the range of motion and is extremely in pain. In the text below, we shall discuss its detail and management protocol in the contemporary system of medicine and the traditional system of Indian Ayurvedic medicine. Further we shall also discuss radiofrequency ablation for frozen shoulders. Let’s discuss!!

Introduction

In 1934, Codman introduced the term ‘Frozen shoulder’. He portrayed an excruciating shoulder state of insidious beginning that was related with stiffness and troublesome sleeping on the affected side. Codman additionally recognized the undeniable decrease in forward rise and outside rotation that are the signs of the illness. Frozen shoulder is also known as adhesive capsulitis. In Ayurveda, this condition can be well correlated with vata dosha as the vata dosha causes pain, immobility and stiffness. Thfurther the correlation of the condition can be well established with the vata disorder ‘avbahuka’. We shall further see its ayurvedic aspect in this text. Now let’s discuss the causes, features and management of the condition of frozen shoulders.

frozen shoulder, adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder

Causes of Frozen shoulder

Though the exact cause of the frozen shoulder is not known, some of the causes have been postulated. Usually seen in the sixth decade of life. Some of the medical conditions such as Diabetes, Thyroid dysfunction, Parkinson’s disease, Cardiac disorders have been linked with the development of frozen shoulders. Immobilisation : the condition of frozen shoulder can exist after a long period of immobilisation post injury or post surgery, a fracture.

Signs and Symptoms

  • Pain
  • Pain increases with the movement of the arm
  • Stiffness in the affected shoulder
  • Reduced range of motion

Investigations

  • Physical examination
  • Pain while moving the arm.
  • arthroscopy

Management

  • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
  • Stretching and strengthening exercises
  • Corticosteroid injection
  • Joint distension
  • hydrodilation
  • Physical therapy – external rotation -passive stretch, forward flexion- supine position, crossover arm stretch
  • Surgery (arthroscopic surgery)
  • Radiofrequency ablation.

Radiofrequency Ablation

Radiofrequency ablation is a procedure to reduce pain that is indicated when the patient feels an excruciating pain in his shoulder. According to a study, radiofrequency ablation of shoulder pain. It has been found that it adds to the increased range of motion as well as reduced intensity of pain. A frozen shoulder is a condition that can affect anybody at any age, in spite of the fact that it is undeniably more seen in the age group of 40-60 and it is likewise substantially more common in females than in gents.

Conventional medicines for a frozen shoulder will generally focus on physiotherapy coupled with the patient exercises practices at home, to really objective the shoulder joint to become flexible once again and lessening the pain and irritation/inflammation of the joint. Though, there are a few examples where the pain is hard-headed as in it doesn’t respond to physiotherapy. In these cases, the strategy used to control the pain and overcome the inflammation would in general focus on steroid infusions, which additionally contained nearby sedatives. Now, presently there is one more exceptionally viable weapon that can be utilised in the battle against frozen shoulder and that is pulsed radiofrequency, which is applied in the locale of the suprascapular nerve.

The suprascapular nerve is the most commonly affected nerve that is affected in the condition of frozen shoulder. Therefore, it is targeted by the pulsed radiofrequency ablation management. Pulsed Radiofrequency treatment is a method of re-molding the nerves so they return to being in their ‘pre-torment’ state. Dissimilar to other radiofrequency management there is no drawn out harm to the nerves, so a method is leaned toward by both patients and pain experts. This absence of harm originates from the way that the nerves are not warmed similarly likewise with other radiofrequency managements.

The methodology includes a terminal (an electrode) applied through the skin straightforwardly focusing on a nerve or nerves and warming them up just to around 42 º C which causes no long-lasting harm. The procedure of this technique is very short, usually less than 10 minutes in an outpatient department. The technique is minimally invasive and it has a few risks associated with the technique and patients usually recover within an hour and can go home later.

General physics; examination and routine check ups are performed in order to check the fitness for the procedure.The success rate of the procedure is very good around seventy to eighty percent. Furthermore, the procedure has very few side effects which makes it an effective technique in patients who are not responsive to the exercises and physiotherapy. With the radiofrequency ablation the usage of ayurvedic herbal herbs are beneficial in controlling the pain and ease the mobility of the fixed arm (frozen shoulder).

Herbs such as ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), gokshura (Tribulus terrestris), ela (Elettaria cardamomum), vidanga (Embelia ribes), haridra (Curcuna longa), shallaki (Boswellia serrata), nirgundi (Vitex negundo), sonth (Zingiber officinale), guggulu (Commiphora mukul) etc benefits the conditions and symptoms associated with Frozen shoulder.

Medicines such as maharasnadi kwath, yograj guggul, kaishore guggul, rasraj ras, nirgundi swaras, dashmoolarishta, ashwagandharishta, mall sindoor, arjunarishta etc are various herbal formulations available that effectively manifest the condition of frozen shoulder and controls its associated symptoms.

Herbal medicines can be taken with the procedure which benefits the patient effectively and properly diminishes the symptoms of frozen shoulder with the providing enhancement in the range of motion and relief from the excruciating pain as well.

Ayurvedic Aspect and Management of Frozen Shoulder

Ayurveda, the traditional medicinal system of India has been serving mankind till date. Ayurveda focuses on general well being of the person with certain basic discipline that has been mentioned in the various ancient texts of Ayurveda which focuses on the daily regimen and diet plan according to the seasons. Further, Ayurveda has two main objectives upon which Ayurveda has been working, are maintaining the health status of healthy people and treating the diseased ones. Ayurveda is excelling in providing relief to the people from minor to major and acute to chronic diseases.

Frozen shoulder we are discussing in this text can be well correlated with the vataja disorder namely avbahuka. Avbhauka is one among the vataja disorders that is characterised by pain in the shoulder joint, restricted movement of the arm, inflammation and stiffness.

The condition of avabahuka is caused by vata dosha vitiation by dhatu kshaya (dhatu depletion). This dhatu kshya causes vata vitiation which leads to vata vyadhi. Vata vyadhi can happen due to dry food consumption (ruksh ahara), ati-alpa ahaara (less food consumption), sheeta ahaara (cold food), asatamaya ahaara (faulty diet), katu ahaara, tikta ahaara, kshaya ahaara, vishma ahaara, excessive fasting, excessive intercourse, food intake on indigestion, natural urge suppression, depression, stress, fear, excessive swimming, excessive travelling, depleted sleep, day sleeping, anger, day sleeping. All these dietary and lifestyle regimen cause vata vyadhi.

According to acharya Vagbhata the above mentioned causes leads to the aggravation of the vata dosha which leads to shrinking of the arteries and veins located in the shoulder region leading to the occurrence of avabahuka roga. This leads to the stiffness, inflammation, restricted range of motion of the ram and pain during the arm movement.

Management includes the shamana and shodhana chikitsa. Shodhana chikitsa includes the various panchakarma procedures such as snehana, swedana, virechana karma, basti, rasayan chikitsa, nasya and dhoompana. Shamana chikitsa includes the management of the condition with herbal medicines.

Shaman chikitsa includes the following medicines that helps in overcoming the condition of avabahuka (Frozen shoulder)

  1. Agnitundi vati
  2. Mall sindoor
  3. Rasraj ras
  4. Shunthi Powder
  5. Ashwagandha churna
  6. Ashwagandharishta
  7. Swedana by Dashmool Kwath
  8. Massage by prasarini taila, maha narayan taila
  9. Nasya by vyaghri taila

Pathya and Apathya

Pathya (Things to consume)

  • Whole wheat
  • Brown rice
  • Cherries
  • Dates
  • Grapes
  • Mango
  • Papaya
  • Apricots
  • Banana
  • Plums
  • Apples
  • Peaches
  • Cooked onion
  • Carrots
  • Mustard
  • Peas
  • Moong dal
  • Red lentil
  • Buttermilk
  • Butter
  • Tofu
  • Garlic
  • Cloves
  • Mint
  • Sea salt
  • Ajwain
  • Herbal tea
  • Fruit juices

Apathya (Not to be taken)

  • Rye
  • White rice
  • White refined flour
  • Melon
  • Dried fruits
  • Cauliflower
  • Sprouts
  • Cabbage
  • Potato
  • Ice cream
  • Powdered milk
  • Coriander seeds
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Coffee
  • Hard alcohol
  • Mutton
  • Beef
  • Dry and roasted nuts
  • White sugar
  • Brown sugar

Herbal remedies for Frozen Shoulder by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is an emerging GMP certified, ISO 9001:2015 certified and US-FDA registered Ayurvedic Company, which adhered to the objective of manufacturing quality Ayurvedic products as mentioned in the various ancient texts of Ayurveda. Products are formulated without additives and preservatives and other kinds of chemicals or artificial flavouring agents which causes a number of ill effects on the human body. Products formulated at Planet Ayurveda are pure and do not contain any kind of adulteration. The products are purely organic, vegetarian and gluten free. Planet Ayurveda presents its Frozen Shoulder care pack that can be used in the condition of stiff shoulder and immobility of the arm and painful arm movements along with radiofrequency ablation.

Given below are some of the medicines that effectively manages the condition of Frozen Shoulder

  1. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN
  2. JOINT AID PLUS
  3. AAMVATANTAK CHURNA
  4. ORTHOVITA OIL
  5. YOGRAJ GUGGUL
  6. ANU TAILAM

herbal remedies for frozen shoulder

Treatment of Frozen shoulder in Ayurveda

Product Description

1. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN

Boswellia Curcumin capsules are enriched with the herbs shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and haridra (Curcuma longa). Both the herbs possess antiinflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic properties. Boswellia Curcumin reduces the pain associated with neuromyotonia and also helps in the healing process of the injury related to nerves and muscles. Therefore, Boswellia Curcumin is beneficial in the condition of frozen shoulders. This product of Planet Ayurveda is a gem in the condition of joints and effectively manages frozen shoulders.

Dosage : 2 capsules should be taken with warm water, two times a day, after meals.

2. JOINT AID PLUS

Joint Aid Plus capsules is a product of Planet Ayurveda that contains herbs that are helpful in joint conditions and disorders. The herbs of the joint aid plus are nirgundi (Vitex negundo), shallaki (Boswellia serrata), ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), sonth (Zingiber officinale) and guggul (Commiphora mukul). The herbs are known to provide relief from the pain. It possesses antiinflammatory activity thus alleviating pain due to inflamed bursae. Joint Aid Plus heals the joint and reduces inflammation of the bursae of the shoulder joint. By its healing property and anti-inflammatory activity Joint Aid Plus is of much help in frozen shoulder.

Dosage : 2 capsules should be taken with warm water, two times a day, after meals.

3. AAMVATANTAK CHURNA

Aamvatantak Churna is a product of Planet Ayurveda and is known to pacify kapha and vata doshas. The product contains ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), suranjaan (Colchicum autumnale), haridra (Curcuma longa), methi (Trigonella foenumgraecum), gorakhmundi (Sphaeranthus indicus) and sonth (Zingiber officinale). Aamvatantak Churna clears aam and relieves the patient from stiffness and eases motion of the limb. As the name of the formulation suggests it is a formulation that ends the condition of amavata. It removes the ama which eventually clears the blockage and helps in proper digestion. And by pacifying the vata dosha it helps in managing frozen shoulders.

Dosage : 1 tsp twice in a day with warm water should be taken 10 minutes before meals.

4. ORTHOVITA OIL

Orthovita oil is a wonderful oil product of Planet Ayurveda for strengthening bones, joints and muscles. This preparation includes various miraculous classical ayurvedic oils such as shul gajendra oil, gandhapura oil, saindhavadi oil, prasarini oil etc. These oils are very effective in pacifying vata dosha and kapha dosha and alleviates the pain along with reducing inflammation. This can be used in strengthening muscles, bones, joints and nerves. It can be used in getting rid of pain and inflammation in various health concerns such as sandhigata vata (osteoarthritis), amavata (rheumatoid arthritis), vatarakta (gout) and all other health concerns related to pain and swelling. In frozen shoulders, orthovita oil helps in reducing inflammation, relieving pain and providing a wider range of motion.

Dosage : Massage should be done locally with the oil for 10 to 15 minutes twice a day.

5. YOGRAJ GUGGUL

Yograj Guggul is a classical ayurvedic medicine. It is a beneficial formulation in disorders of the musculoskeletal system and neurological system. It contains the herbs amalaki (Emblica officinalis), guggul (Commiphora mukul), haritaki (Terminalia chebula), ela (Elettaria cardamomum), vidang (Embelia ribes), gokshur (Tribulus terrestris), shunthi (Zingiber officinale),  bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica) etc. The herbs of the formulation possess properties that enhance muscle and bone health. By its anti-inflammatory property Yograj Guggul is best to manage frozen shoulder and its associated symptoms.

Dosage : 2 tablets to be taken twice daily with warm water.

6. ANU TAILAM

Anu tailam is one of the classical oils prepared by Planet Ayurveda which is used as a remedy administered in nostrils in the form of drops (nasya). It is formulated as per classical references. This herbal remedy pacifies all the three dosha (tridosha shamaka) and provides strength to the nerves. It nourishes all the five sense organs thus enhances their functioning. Having key benefits such as relieving headache (shiroroga), sinusitis (dushta pratishyaya), facial paralysis (ardita), allergic rhinitis (vata-kaphaja pratishyaya), migraine

(Ardhavabhedaka), greying of hairs (palitya roga) and improving the perception of all sense organs. The anu taila is composed til taila, goat milk, jivanti, usjir, devadar, mustak, daruhaldi, shatavari, yashtimadhu, kantkari, shallaki, shalparni, ela, vidang, bala and other various herbs. The oil also benefits in managing the hormone levels produced by the glands of the neck and head area. Further as it helps in vata balancing, thus helps in frozen shoulder.

Dosage : Two drops in each nostril at the time of sunrise every morning.

Conclusion

Frozen shoulder is a very troublesome condition that leads to the immobility of the affected shoulder and arm, painful movements and decreased range of motion. Sometimes the conditionresolves quietly and in some cases physiotherapy and exercises are of no use. Even corticosteroid injections do not work and medicines prove futile. In the condition, the condition can be well managed with the radiofrequency ablation along with herbal medicines

This adds to the overall improvement of the condition of the frozen shoulder. And both the management protocol  leads to a wide range of motion, reduced inflammation, eases stiffness and pain relief. With some time the condition improves permanently. So products explained above work wonderfully in managing the condition of frozen shoulder with and without radiofrequency ablation. Ayurveda does wonders, we must use herbal medicines that exhibit no side effects. Ayurvedic medicines benefit the patient with frozen shoulders permanently.