Ayurveda

  Muscle and joint pain are common conditions occurring due to overuse or disuse of the joints and the muscles. Further, it can be due to strains, sprains and underlying diseases like arthritis. Muscle and joint pain can also be a result of deficiencies of vitamin D, calcium, etc and metabolic disorders. As per Ayurveda, it can be due to toxin (Ama) buildup or Vata imbalance. Whatever the reason, Ayurveda, with its holistic approach, addresses the root cause and treats the condition accordingly. According to Ayurv e da, reducing toxin buildups and restoring Vata balance assists in the treatment of joint and muscle pain. The weakening of digestive energy or Agni causes indigestion and leads to toxin accumulation. Toxin buildups can be reduced with the help of ayurvedic detoxes. The detoxes consist of Purvakarma, a preliminary phase comprising procedures like Snehana or oil therapy, and Swedana or steam therapy. Further, Panchakarma, a detailed session involving therapeutics like Vir...