During the rainy season many people experience the following problems: Joint HealthAyurvedic physician Dr Manisha Mishra says these aches and pains are caused by an imbalance in the ratio of vata, or air, in the body. But don’t fret; she has two remedies that can help. One is a tea made from dried ginger powder, which helps reduce vata. “Boil dried ginger powder in water and drink it twice a day, in the morning and evening,” says Dr Mishra.
Another solution, she said, is to apply castor oil to the body. part Lubricate the sore spot Joint He will get better and his walking will improve,” Dr Mishra said.
But what causes the pain and suffering of monsoon?
The weather during the monsoon is characterised by cool breezes and humidity. In Ayurveda, this period, called Visarga Kala, is when the Earth moves away from the Sun and the Moon moves away from the Sun.
The influence of air in the monsoon season increases and the environment becomes cooler. The monsoon season is associated with Vata and Kapha doshas, which are aggravated during this time. Vata dosha represents air.
“Kapha dosha, which represents the elements of water and earth, also increases, creating an imbalance between the body and space elements,” explains Shloka, classical hatha yoga teacher and lifestyle expert.
Simply put, cold, damp and changeable weather conditions increase Vata dosha, leading to instability in the body. “This imbalance causes loss of fluid in the joints, which creates friction. inflammationjoint pain, muscle pain and stiffness,” says Shloka.
The heavy, humid conditions of monsoon season aggravate kapha dosha. “Excess kapha causes fluid retention in the joints, leading to inflammation and swelling, and aggravating conditions like arthritis, bursitis, and tendonitis,” says Shloka.
The experts continued that cold, damp weather further weakens the digestive fire (agni), leading to indigestion and build-up of toxins. “The accumulation of ama – toxins and undigested metabolic waste – in the body due to indigestion contributes to inflammation and pain in various parts of the body,” Shloka said.
Do these treatments work?
Agreeing with Dr Mishra’s suggested treatment, Shloka said applying a castor oil pack (a clean cloth soaked in warm castor oil) to the affected area helps. “It reduces inflammation and Improves circulation” , Shloka said.
She also listed other treatments.
Mustard Oil Massage
* Warm mustard oil and gently massage it into the affected muscles and joints.
*Add a few drops Essential oils For further pain relief, try using herbs such as eucalyptus or peppermint.
*To relieve pain, do this massage daily, especially before going to bed.
Fenugreek (Methi) Seed Poultice
*Soak fenugreek seeds in water overnight and make a paste.
* Apply the paste on the affected area and cover it with a clean cloth.
*Leave on for 30-60 minutes and then rinse off. Helps reduce inflammation and pain.
Epsom salt bath
*1 to 2 cups Epsom salts Soak the area in warm water and leave it on for 20 to 30 minutes.
*The magnesium in Epsom salts helps relax muscles and reduce pain.
*Add a few drops of essential oils such as lavender or chamomile for a more relaxing effect.
Herbal compress
*Boil water and add a handful of herbs such as ginger, turmeric, and ashwagandha and let steep.
* Dip a clean cloth into the herbal infusion and apply it to the affected area.
* Apply the compress once or twice a day for 20 to 30 minutes.
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First uploaded: 07 Sep 2024 14:28 IST
