Natural Cure For Fibromyalgia
ABSTRACT
Fibromyalgia is a condition that has several root causes and symptoms but the most commonly occurring symptoms are muscle pain, poor sleep, fatigue, disturbed mood, etc. It is characterized under central sensitization syndrome. There is no known cause of fibromyalgia. It is constantly a topic of discussion because it severely deteriorates the quality of life. It is seen more commonly in women than men. It can affect people of all age groups. The incidence of fibromyalgia occurring in adolescents is similar to that of adults. The person suffering from rheumatoid arthritis is more prone to fibromyalgia.
INTRODUCTION
Fibromyalgia is a condition which leads to musculoskeletal pain and stiffness localized in different points on the body. It is a chronic condition (long term illness). It causes pain all over the body. Pain is widespread which causes sleep disturbances, fatigue and stress. The patient is very tired of experiencing pain for such long terms and he/ she can be seen in emotional and mental stress. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition with unknown etiology and hinders the daily life of the patient. It usually occurs due to abnormal pain regulation mechanisms. It is considered to be a neuro sensory disorder. It is characterized by a syndrome of central sensitization as the body loses the capacity to appropriately process the pain impulses.
CAUSES
Fibromyalgia is a chronic illness of idiopathic illness. Idiopathic means whose cause is not known. Instead, many risk factors are estimated to be- Rheumatoid arthritis, stressful or traumatic events in life, etc. Family history and obesity also makes the person prone to this sickness. Women are two times more prone to fibromyalgia. The women are more prone to fibromyalgia because of higher levels of anxiety, higher levels of depression, etc. The altered response to pain also makes women more prone to fibromyalgia. The hormonal changes that are continuously occurring in a female’s body due to menstrual cycle also make them prone to fibromyalgia. In many cases, the emotionally stressful conditions such as trauma, losing a loved one, failed relationship, academic pressure, etc. are also seen to trigger and aggravate the condition of fibromyalgia.
SYMPTOMS
The symptoms of fibromyalgia will vary from patient to patient. The most common presenting features will be pain and stiffness all over the body. The patient will experience fatigue and feels tired all the time. The sleep is disturbed due to constant pain and the person experiences problems with remembering things. He/ she faces problems in thinking and concentrating. This may also result in migraine. He/ she may experience tingling sensation in the hand or feet. There may be a complaint of digestive problems such as constipation, abdominal pain, or irritable bowel syndrome, etc. There are patients of fibromyalgia who also report pain in the face or jaw.
DIAGNOSIS
The diagnosis is made by observing the clinical features and then advising necessary laboratory investigations. There is no specific test known to diagnose fibromyalgia. The lab investigations will include X- rays, various blood tests, etc. There are chances of presence of other illnesses also such as depression, anxiety, etc. which needs to be diagnosed and managed properly.
TREATMENT
There is no specific treatment known for the condition of fibromyalgia. Various therapeutic measures are combined to give relief to the patient. The main line of treatment will include analgesics (pain relievers), anti- depressants, etc. Efforts are made to ease the patient’s discomfort. As mentioned above, the patient may feel emotionally exhausted and can end up in anxiety or depression. So, he/ she should be carefully observed for any signs of depression or other disorders, and should be managed accordingly. This will require using various therapies such as physical therapy, psychotherapy, occupational therapy and counseling, etc. The main aim of the fibromyalgia’s management is to improve the quality of life of the patient.
AYURVEDIC ASPECT
Fibromyalgia is a type of neurological condition. It can be correlated to vata imbalance in the body. When the levels of vata are increased in the body, it causes pain in different parts of the body. The imbalance of vata levels will lead to imbalance in levels of kapha and pitta. This will lead to presentation of pain and stiffness in various parts of the body. The treatment regimen will include stabilizing the levels of vata dosha in the body. Various drugs that are useful in balancing the vata dosha are nirgundi, ashwagandha, sonth etc.
HERBAL REMEDIES
Planet Ayurveda is providing various preparations of natural herbs such as Boswellia Curcumin, Shatavari Ghrita, Aamvatantak Churna, etc. which are prepared using authentic ways and provide great results in improving the condition of fibromyalgia. 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. Planet Ayurveda has combined five useful medicines to form a pack for fibromyalgia namely FIBROMYALGIA CARE PACK. This pack includes-
- Joint Aid Plus
- Aamvatantak Churna
- Stress Support
- Boswellia Curcumin
- Shatavari Ghrita
Products Description
1. Joint Aid Plus
Joint Aid Plus capsule are prepared by combining various natural herbs such as Nirgundi (Vitex negundo), Shallaki (Boswellia serrata), Guggul (Commiphora mukul), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), etc. These herbs help in balancing the levels of vata in the body. It helps in relieving pain in the bones, joints etc.
Dose: 1-2 Capsules two times a day, with plain water, after meals.
2. Aamvatantak Churna
This churna contains powdered form of various medicinal herbs such as Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Methi (Fenugreek), Suranjaan (Colchicum autumnale), Gorakhmundi (Sphaeranthus indicus), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), etc. The combinations of these drugs help to improve digestion and balance the vata dosha of the body. This helps to improve the condition of fibromyalgia.
Dose: Aamvatantak churna is to be taken 1/2 to 1 teaspoonful two times a day, after meals. (Either with plain water,aloe vera juice or kumari Saar).
3. Stress Support
Stress support capsules are prepared by planet Ayurveda by combining different medicinal herbs such as Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Tagar (Valeriana wallichii), Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), etc. These capsules will support the neurological system of the body. It will help to maintain better brain health. It is known to manage the harmful effects of stress. It improves the metal health of the patient.
Dose: 1-2 Capsules two times a day, with plain water, after meals.
4. Boswellia Curcumin
These capsules contain Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Haridra (curcuma longa). These help to get relief from pain. It promotes the body’s overall helth to manage the pain impulses.
Dose: 1 capsule two times a day, after meals with plain water.
5. Shatavari Ghrita
Shatavari ghrit is prepared by planet Ayurveda which constitutes medicinal properties of the following – Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Jeevak (Microstylis muscifera), Rishyabhak (Microstylis wallichii), Meda (Polygonatum cirrhifolium), Maha meda (Polygonatum cirrhifolium), Kakoli (Lilium polyphyllum), Kshir kakoli (Fritillaria roylei), Munaka (Vitis vinifera), Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), etc. These drugs help to balance the vata dosha in the body. These provide strength to the body. It helps in reducing the pain sensations.
Dose: 3 to 6 grams mixed with mishri or as guided by the Ayurvedic doctor according to your body type.
CONCLUSION
Fibromyalgia can be managed very effectively by Ayurveda.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 imbalance of pitta and kapha levels also. So, the target of treatment of fibromyalgia will be to reduce the levels 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 diseases permanently. In a nutshell, it can be concluded that with appropriate and timely management of vata levels of the body, the quality of life of the patient can be improved effectively. In case of any query kindly visit www.PlanetAyurveda.com. For more queries, you can send your queries to our email id herbalremedies123@yahoo.com.
