World Journal of
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences

A HERBAL SOLUTION TO JOINT RELATED DISORDERS

Dr. Twinkle Gupta, Dr. Monika Gupta and Dr. Shivani Gupta*

ABSTRACT

Joint disorders affect millions of patients worldwide. 80% of individuals over 50 years of age reportedly have joint concerns of one type or another. Reasons range from obesity to heredity. Improper use of the joints, overexertion, stress, diet and lifestyle contribute to the problem. These are commonly categorized in medicine under Musculoskeletal Disorders as they involve both muscles and bones, and as Locomotive Disorders as they affect flexibility of body and restrict normal movements. Most joint imbalances originate in the digestive tract - and more specifically, in the colon.[1] Ayurvedic Treatment can play a significant role if we want to manage Joint Disorders in a natural manner. When we couple Ayurveda with Yoga, the results can truly be nothing less than marvelous. Ayurveda can offer good relief, natural treatment and better alternative management on a mid - term to long term basis. Researchers claimed that Ayurveda treatment outcome is better than or equal to conventional drug for improvement of pain and knee function.[2] This review paper is all about common joint disorders, their categorization, etiology, Ayurvedic point of view and its management.

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