Arthritis & Joint Pain

Ayurvedic Approach to Arthritis

In Ayurveda, arthritis is primarily understood as a Vata disorder — known as Sandhivata (osteoarthritis) or Amavata (rheumatoid arthritis). When Vata dosha becomes aggravated and Ama (toxins) accumulate in the joints, it leads to pain, swelling, stiffness, and restricted movement.

How We Treat Arthritis

At Vaidya Vrindavanam, we follow a systematic approach:

1. Detoxification — Panchakarma therapies to remove accumulated toxins from joints
2. External therapies — Abhyangam, Elakizhi, Njavara Kizhi, and Pizhichil to reduce inflammation and improve joint mobility
3. Marma Chikitsa — Our unique combination of Marma therapy and chiropractic adjustments for pain relief and structural correction
4. Internal medicines — Customised Ayurvedic medications to address the root cause
5. Diet & lifestyle guidance — Anti-inflammatory dietary recommendations and gentle exercises

Recommended Treatments

• Abhyangam & Swedam — Oil massage with herbal steam to reduce stiffness
• Njavara Kizhi — Rice bolus therapy for deep nourishment of joints
• Pizhichil — Warm oil bath for chronic joint conditions
• Elakizhi — Herbal leaf bolus to reduce inflammation
• Katee & Greeva Vasthi — Localised oil pooling for spine and neck joints
• Marma Chikitsa — Vital point therapy for pain relief

Duration

Depending on the severity, a treatment course of 7–21 days is typically recommended. Chronic cases may benefit from our residential packages.