Ayurvedic Treatment for Arthritis and Joint Pain in Pune
Panchakarma and herbal therapy for the joints, the spine and the bones.
In brief
Ayurveda treats pain and stiffness of the joints, back and bones as complaints of vata, and its main treatment for vata is Basti. At Shree Skin & Hair Clinic on Senapati Bapat Road, Pune, Dr. Nileema Shisode, M.D. (Ayurved) in Kayachikitsa-Panchakarma, plans a programme of Panchakarma and herbal therapy for arthritis, joint pain, the spine and bone strength.
What is treated
- Arthritis and knee and joint pain
- Back pain, cervical spondylosis and sciatica
- Osteoporosis and weak bones
- Stiffness and loss of easy movement
What the programme includes
- Basti, in a course of 8 to 30 days
- Pindswedana and Abhyangam for the joints and muscles
- Nasya for the neck
- Herbal medicine made at the clinic
- Diet and advice on movement and posture
What to expect
The plan follows a detailed history and an examination. Pain and stiffness usually ease over the course rather than at once. Wear and tear in a joint is not undone, so the aim is less pain and better movement.
When this is not the right first step
A joint that is suddenly hot, red and swollen, pain after a fall, weakness or numbness in a limb, or loss of bladder or bowel control needs a hospital first. Continue any medicine prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis unless your own doctor changes it.
Why this clinic
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One doctor, since 1995
You are seen by Dr. Nileema Shisode, M.D. (Ayurved) in Kayachikitsa-Panchakarma, who also holds a postgraduate diploma in clinical cosmetology (PGDCC).
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History first
Every plan begins with a detailed history and advice on diet and daily habits, before any procedure.
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Medicines made here
The clinic prepares its own oils, tablets, powders and health drinks.
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On Senapati Bapat Road
Kapila Housing Society, Gokhale Nagar, near Symbiosis College. Open Monday to Saturday, 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Closed on Sunday.
Questions patients ask
Can Ayurveda help knee pain?
Ayurveda uses Basti and local fomentation for knee and joint pain. A patient of the clinic reported that her knee joint pain was relieved with Basti. Results differ from person to person.
Is sciatica treated here?
Yes. Sciatica is treated as a complaint of vata, with Basti at the centre. A patient reported complete relief from sciatica pain after Panchakarma. Results differ from person to person.
How long does the programme take?
A Basti course runs 8 to 30 days. The full programme depends on the complaint and is set at the consultation.
Related treatments
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Weight management
Panchakarma, machine therapy and diet therapy, used together for obesity.
Three parts together -
Acidity and digestion
Hyperacidity and acid reflux, treated with diet, medicine and Virechan.
Diet, medicine, Virechan -
Allergies
Chronic urticaria, allergic rhinitis and other long-standing allergies.
Skin and nose -
Diabetes
Diet, routine and medicine to support the management of diabetes.
Alongside your care -
Menopause
Support for women through the hormonal transition of menopause.
Sleep, bones, skin, hair -
Before a pregnancy
Panchakarma before conception, and guidance for expecting mothers.
Before conception