Joint pain is not just a sign of "getting old". Whether it is the wear-and-tear of Osteoarthritis or the autoimmune attack of Rheumatoid Arthritis, the root cause is often inflammation and accumulation of toxins (like uric acid) in the joints.
Painkillers (NSAIDs) only mask the pain and can damage kidneys over time. At Lucknow Naturopathy Center, we focus on flushing out these toxins, reducing inflammation naturally, and lubricating the joints to restore pain-free movement.
Symptoms & Types
Arthritis manifests differently depending on the type:
Osteoarthritis (OA)
Caused by mechanical wear and tear of cartilage.
- Pain increases with activity.
- Grating sensation (crepitus) in knees.
- Morning stiffness for less than 30 mins.
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
An autoimmune disease attacking joint lining.
- Symmetrical pain (both knees/wrists).
- Morning stiffness for more than 1 hour.
- Swelling, redness, and heat in joints.
Why Do Joints Pain?
Accumulation of Toxins (Ama)
Poor digestion leads to the formation of 'Ama' (undigested food toxins). This Ama circulates and lodges in the joints, causing stiffness and pain.
Acidic Diet
High consumption of protein (meat/dal) and acidic foods creates Uric Acid crystals, which act like sharp needles in the joints (Gout).
Obesity
Every extra kilogram of weight puts 4 kilograms of extra pressure on your knees. Weight loss is the most effective painkiller.
Lack of Movement
Cartilage has no blood supply; it gets nutrition only through movement (compression/decompression). Sedentary life starves the cartilage.
Our Pain Relief Protocol
We combine heat therapy, massage, and diet to heal joints:
1. Potli Massage (Pinda Sweda)
We use heated herbal pouches to massage the affected joints.
- Benefits: Reduces swelling, improves circulation, and relieves deep-seated pain.
2. Steam Bath & Mud Therapy
Alternating hot and cold treatments.
- Steam Bath: Eliminates uric acid through sweat.
- Mud Pack: When applied to red/swollen joints, it absorbs excess heat and reduces inflammation immediately.
3. Anti-Inflammatory Diet
Food that heals vs Food that hurts.
- Avoid: Sour foods, excessive pulses (dal), sugar, and refined oil.
- Eat: Ginger, Turmeric, Garlic, Flaxseeds (Omega-3), and seasonal vegetables.
4. Micro-Exercises (Sukshma Vyayama)
Before full yoga, we start with joint loosening.
- Joint Rotation: Gentle rotation of toes, ankles, knees, and wrists to stimulate synovial fluid.
- Janu Basti: Holding warm medicated oil over the knee joint (specialized therapy).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can worn-out cartilage be regenerated naturally?
Is Massage safe for Rheumatoid Arthritis?
What foods increase joint pain?
How does Steam Bath help arthritis?
Related Therapies
Mud Therapy
Cooling and soothing mud packs to eliminate toxins, improve circulation, and treat skin conditions.
Hydrotherapy
Therapeutic use of water including Hip Bath, Spinal Bath, Steam Bath, and Jacuzzi to revitalize the system.
Therapeutic Massage
Ayurvedic and Naturopathic massages to relax muscles, improve lymphatic drainage, and reduce stress.
Acupressure
Stimulating specific energy points to relieve pain and balance the body’s energy flow.
Scientific References
- Efficacy of Naturopathy and Yoga in Osteoarthritis of Knees (PubMed).
- Anti-inflammatory Diet in Rheumatoid Arthritis (Frontiers in Nutrition).
- Effect of Massage Therapy on Pain and Function in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis (PLOS ONE).
- Role of Vitamin D in Rheumatoid Arthritis (Journal of Autoimmunity).