Post- Viral Arthritis

Arthritis is defined as the inflammation of the joints. If the disease is due to viral infection then it is termed Viral Arthritis. As per the name Post Viral Arthritis means all the pain, swelling, and stiffness of joints that occurs immediately after or during viral infection, which usually diverts indications of symptoms of arthritis. The most prone areas of infection are – ankles, toes, hands, wrists, and knees. Several viruses are triggers of this disease some of which are dengue, parvovirus B16, Hepatitis, Rubella, and retrovirus. It can easily heal if taken into consideration or early treatment but the symptoms are prolonged and can lead to serious health conditions. The symptoms of the disease vary from the severity of the disease. This viral arthritis is usually self-limiting but can even last for several weeks to years. This is associated with the impairment of the day-to-day activity of the person causing severe pain. Women and people who frequently smoke are more likely or at a higher risk of getting Post viral arthritis. ....

Ayurvedic Treatment for Post-Viral Arthritis

With Panchkarma complete detoxification of the body is done and prevented from any further viral infection attack.

Post viral arthritis causes pain which is the feature of vitiated Vata dosha and an increase of Rooksha property of Vata. Hence in Ayurveda massaging joints with herbal oils and intake of hot meals helps early recovery of the body.

Imbalanced Tri-Dosha which mainly occurs in post-viral arthritis is the priority to deal with and if managed properly the patient gets immediate relief from the signs and symptoms of the disease.

Agni plays an important role in the development of disease. Hence Agni is controlled by using Agni Vardak Yog to heal the pain.

Turmeric can be consumed to get relief from the pain as it has anti-inflammatory properties. Take 1 tsp. of turmeric in 1 glass of warm water and consume it to get effective results.