Ayurvedic Treatment for Osteoarthritis

One of the most common forms of arthritis among men and women, and also one of the leading causes of disability, is Osteoarthritis (or OA). It is a degenerative condition that impacts the entire joint including the bone, cartilage, ligaments and muscles.

Osteoarthritis can involve:

The tissue around the joint becoming inflamed
The joint cartilage becoming damaged
The growth of bony spurs around the joint edge
Tendons and ligaments beginning to deteriorate

In the past, OA was dismissed as simple ‘wear and tear’ of the body, but it is now believed to be the body’s joints working overtime to repair itself. One way to experience relief from the symptoms of Osteoarthritis is with Ayurvedic treatment.

Ayurvedic Treatment for OA at Sukhavati

At Sukhavati, you can look forward to pain relief that is natural and safe, as well as treatment that aids in the repair of damaged cartilage and overall improvement of joint function.

Ayurveda practitioners believe that arthritis is characterised by three factors:

An imbalance in the Dosha, Vata
The accumulation of toxins and Ama
Poor digestive function

The ideal Ayurvedic treatment for OA would therefore address all three concerns in order to be optimally effective.

Panchakarma

By participating in the full Panchakarma program at Sukhavati, you are afforded the best opportunities to combat the root cause and symptoms of your Osteoarthritis. The treatment program incorporates all the key components of Panchakarma, including:

Oil massage
Stretching
Meditation
Diet
Vata Pacifying Herbs

The main aim of undergoing Panchakarma treatment is to clean away any ama from the joint, directing it to the colon to be expelled with the help of herbs, remedies and cleansing treatments.

Let’s further inspect the three crucial elements vital for the effective treatment of osteoarthritis.

Sukhavati offers numerous herbal remedies as part of the Panchakarma Ayurvedic medicine program. These herbal plants boast natural pain relief qualities, reduce inflammation and facilitate quicker healing of bone cartilage.

Upon arrival, you will have a comprehensive consultation with our doctor, who will use the information gathered to determine a specific treatment to accommodate your needs.

We use herbal products such as Boswellia, Turmeric, Ginger, Guggulu, Triphala, Ashwagandha, White willow and Jamaican Dogwood, all of which have demonstrated effectiveness in reducing inflammation and promoting healing.

Having emotional support while being treated for Osteoarthritis is vital. Optimal health is achieved not only when the physical self is in peak condition, but also when the mind and spirit are equally in tune. And the best way to achieve full balance between body, mind and spirit is with meditation.

The practice of meditation helps immensely to alleviate emotional upheaval and is equally useful in managing emotional pain. Managing your emotions is a vital step for anyone experiencing inflammation based disorders, and our staff can assist you with this.

Our Meditation course is a 4-Day Program (two hours per day) and can be taught at our head office in Melbourne, Australia or at Sukhavati, Bali during your program. The Ayurvedic Program does not include the cost of learning to meditate and to learn we recommend you discuss and organise this with our reservations officer, before checking in. If you would like to enquire about learning to meditate during your time at Sukhavati, please speak with one of our reservation officers today.

There is no singular food that can cure or relieve osteoarthritis, however choosing the right foods to eat and those to avoid can help fight any inflammation throughout the body.

Following a detailed consultation between yourself and our doctor, we’ll customise a special diet based on your particular needs and prepare delicious, nourishing meals for you.

Generally, our recommended diet for healing from Osteoarthritis includes:

Avoiding ‘deadly nightshade foods’, e.g. potato, tomato, eggplant, chilli and capsicum. These foods are known to exacerbate existing arthritic conditions.
Steering clear of raw foods and ice cold food and drink.
Eating foods high in essential fatty acids, such as ghee.
Avoiding the intake of red meats and avoiding all tea, coffee, alcohol, carbonated beverages and processed or refined foods.

Inclusions
Rates

1 Night Private Villa Accommodation
Ayurvedic consultation with our resident Ayurvedic Doctor
90 minutes of comprehensive daily prescribed Ayurvedic treatments tailored by our Ayurvedic Doctor
Twice daily yoga sessions
Freshly prepared Ayurvedic dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Fresh Juices and Herbal Teas
Fruit basket upon arrival
Return airport or hotel transfers
Complimentary bike hire
Complimentary Wi-Fi internet connection