Osteoarthritis is a degenerative condition brought on by many illnesses that affect the structure and operation of one or more joints.

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition that usually develops gradually, over several years, due to wear and tear of joints and affects a number of different joints. So the risk factors are

• Age
• Gender – Women are more prone.
• Trauma – Direct or indirect injuries to the articular cartilages or Fractures especially of weight bearing bones.
• Abnormal posture walking styles and unequal length of leg
• Diseases like Hyperparathyroidism, Diabetes mellitus, etcObesityLifestyles or behaviors like excessive fasting, improper weight training

SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS

Joint Pain- Join pain that is aggravated by use and relieved by rest

Stiffness- Increasing stiffness of the joint upon arising in the morning or after a period of inactivity

Swelling– Physical examination will reveals localized soft tissue swelling of mild degree

Crepitus– Rubbing feeling and/or sound on while moving that joint is called as crepitus

Muscle Atrophy– Weakness of local muscles involved is atrophy generally caused due to disuse

Ayurvedic treatment of Osteoarthritis involves various techniques of herbal treatment methods. This effective and safe alternative treatment decreases pain, swelling and inflammation by blocking the production of inflammatory chemicals in the body.The treatment which is a combination of internal and external medicine rejuvenates the damaged cartilages and tissues of the affected joints

At Ayush, we provide a combination of Ayurvedic therapies that are directed by our experienced Ayurvedic Physicians. Patients who have completed our protocol based treatment lead a quality life even with ageing.Customized treatment plans are made by understanding the root cause of the condition and patient’s health condition. Once the root cause has been identified our team of specialist create a customized treatment methodology combining the four aspects -  Panchakarma, Herbal medicines, Diet plan and lifestyle changes.