Fibromyalgia Ayurvedic Treatment with Effective Herbal Remedies

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Human body is a complex of various systems . The musculoskeletal system provides shelter for other organ systems, and also protects organs from damage as well. These all systems are controlled by enzymes and hormonal activities. The coordination between all systems is must. But in few conditions due to trauma, or adverse drug effect our own immune system starts/triggers against our own organ tissues this condition can affect the related organ system. In most autoimmune disorders muscle wasting and bone depletion is associated. As every system is connected to the muscular system and underlying tissues and blood supplies. So the muscular system has to undergo atrophy and pain in almost all auto-immune conditions. Nerve supply and blood supply plays an important role in management. In modern allopathic science it is believed that autoimmune conditions are non treatable or irreversible. But ayurveda believes in

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So with this basic but important principle of ayurveda we can reverse fibromyalgia and other autoimmune conditions slowly and gradually. Let’s have a look in detail!

INTRODUCTION

• As the name suggests FIBRO + MY + ALGIA = FIBROMYALGIA
• It is derived from latin word

It is a condition that is characterised by pain and fatigue all over the muscles and body . It is a chronic condition which lasts for a long period and patients feel these pain and mood swings in periodic intervals. Sometimes patients are in a very good mood and suddenly start feeling pain and mood swings. These periodic symptoms are called flare ups.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

1. Pain
2. Muscle stiffness
3. Anxiety – Depression
4. Insomnia
5. Headache
6. Mood swings
7. Bladder control issue
8. Jaw and face pain

ASSOCIATED SYMPTOMS

1. Migraine
2. Chronic fatigues syndrome
3. IBS
4. Cystitis / painful bladder syndrome
5. Memory problem

CAUSE

1. Stress
2. Infection
3. Disturbed digestion
4. Disturbed sleep
5. Trauma
6. Hormonal changes
7. Mental stress
8. Environmental changes ( can be reason for onset )

DIAGNOSIS

• Majorly Self diagnosed

(If pain persists more than 6 months)

1. CBC
2. ESR
3. RA
4. TFT
5. VIT-D

TREATMENT-

1. PAINKILLERS
2. NSAIDs
3. ANTI-DEPRESSANTS
4. ANTI-SEIZURE

1. Physiological and physical treatment

• Few techniques or remedies which can help on a regular basis ( yoga-asana, meditation.) regular exercising.

2. Mental treatment

• A psychiatrist or health professional is required to have sessions for mental and emotional buildup regarding this condition and how to deal with it.

AYURVEDIC ASPECT

• Due to Nidana Sevana ( वातज रुक्ष आहार-विहार )
• Vata gets Aggravated (वात प्रकोप )

AGGRAVATED VATA ENTERS DHATUS

• Circultes all over body
• (Does vitiation of mamsa vaha, asthi vaha, and majja vaha srotas)

GET LOCALISED AT MAMSA AND ASTHI DHATU

• Re-localisation  ( स्थान संश्रय  )At MUSCLES AND BONES,JOINTS, ( मांस, अस्थि , संधि )
• (Results in severe chronic pain and muscle fatigue with mental stress)

CONDITION KNOWN AS FIBROMYALGIA(वातज मांस क्षय)

According to ayurveda, all disease and unhealthy conditions are due to imbalance in tridosha, agni and sapta dhatus. These three doshas are responsible for all sorts of physical activities and physiological actions as well. Vata is considered important as it controls all movements and physiological functions in the body (hormonal, enzymatic, circulatory, and nerve responses also). And all the conduction and circulation happens inside hollow circular lumens called srotas.
In this particular condition, as it is chronic and painful it is due to improper diet and lifestyle. Like consuming unhealthy fast food, spicy and junk food and improper sleeping habits, lack of physical exercise or over exertion. These things lead to vata aggravation and also kapha reduction. And also does blockage of asthi, majja vaha srotas. Which as a result results in muscle pain and wasting. It also has symptoms like sudden mood swings, and lack of concentration due to increased vata.

HERBS

1. Guggul
2. Pepper
3. Turmeric
4. Triphala
5. Ashwagandha
6. Shatavari
7. Guduchi
8. Amla

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR FIBROMYALGIA BY PLANET AYURVEDA

PRODUCT LIST

1. Aamvatantak Churna
2. Stress Support
3. Boswellia Curcumin
4. Shatavari Ghrit
5. Joint aid plus

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Aamvatantak churna

It is a classical powder formulation prepared by a team of MD experts at planet ayurveda. This powder formulation is made with Ashwagandha (withania somnifera), methi(fenugreek), haridra(turmeric), sonth(Dry ginger) and suranjaan(autumn crocus) . These all potent plants have anti inflammatory, vata reduction properties and help in muscle strengthening and pain relieving. And this powder is a combination of such drugs and it is useful and effective in maintenance of fibromyalgia.

Dosage– 1 tsp with water twice a day after meal

2. Stress Support Capsules

The name itself suggest that this formulation helps in stress reduction and mental health. This formulation is also made by MD experts at Planet ayurveda. In fibromyalgia patient suffers with physical muscle pain and also mental stress and emotional breakdown so experts have designed this stress support to manage mental health. It helps in reducing insomnia and anxiety and headache. This formulation is in capsule form and made with potent plants like ashwagandha(withania somnifera), brahmi(bacopa monnieri) and tagar( Valeriana wallichi). Ashwagandha is antiinflammatory and brahmi is an antidepressant . This formulation is good for fibromyalgia.

Dosage – 1 capsule thrice daily after meal.

3. Boswellia Curcumin

It is a capsule form and planet ayurveda’s formulation. It is a combination of shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Haridra (Curcuma longa). Shallaki (boswellia serrata) is a potent drug which has properties like antiseptic and astringent properties whereas curcumin is having anti inflammatory and analgesic properties. This formulation is good for muscle pain and all kinds of body pains. So this should be recommended in fibromyalgia patients.

Dosage– 1 cap twice after food with water.

4. Shatavari Ghrit

It is a ghrit formulation which is made by adding shatavari swarasa and 10 jeevaniya gana dravyas (10 Rejuvenative herbs) and various other herbs. It is a classical formulation and beneficial in digestion related as well as muscle related disorders. Fibromyalgia also affects our digestive system so it helps to maintain good digestion and helps in managing Fibromyalgia.

Dosage– 1 tsp twice daily with warm water after milk. 

5. Joint aid plus

It is a capsule formulation formulated by MD experts at planet ayurveda. This multi herbal formulation is a combination of potent drugs like nirgundi (Vitex negundo), shallaki (Boswellia serrata), Sonth (Zingiber officinale) etc.  These plants have antiinflammatory and pain relieving properties. This formulation is very effective and helpful in preventing the progression of fibromyalgia. These capsules are prescribed in bone, muscle, joint related disorders like rheumatoid arthritis also.

Dosage– 1 capsule two times a day.

CONCLUSION

This article provides complete knowledge about fibromyalgia, its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. With these remedies and herbs , diet plays an important role in reversing autoimmune conditions. A strict diet and proper exercising and yoga can fasten your recovery and help in reversing the disorder. Follow a healthy herbal lifestyle. Practice yoga and meditation and stay happy and healthy.