“Preparation and Characterization Castor Oi...

“Preparation and Characterization Castor Oil Turmeric Used To Treat Knee Pain”

Author Name : Mr. Bhawalkar Ashok Dhananjay, Prof. Bagwan. L. R., Dr. Hingane L. D.

ABSTRACT

Sandhivata(osteoarthritis), a degenerative disorder of the joints especially affecting weight bearing joints like knee joint, elbow joint etc. results in painful and restricted movement of the affected joint. Old age, malnutrition, obesity, working pattern, etc. are the contributing factors for manifestation of Sandhivata. Sandhivatahas been mentioned in Ayurvedunder title of Vatavyadhi. Various Ayurvedic formulations like Kwatha, GugguluKalpana, Ghreeta, Taila, Gutika, RasaAushadhiand Panchakarmaprocedures like, Abhyanaga, Swedana, Basti, Janubasti, Rasayanatherapy, Agnikarmahave been mentioned in classics for treatment of Sandhivata. Use of these various formulations and treatment modalities, considering VikaraPrakruti, VikaraAdhisthanaand VikaraSammutthanacan provide expected results in such joint deteriorating condition. An attempt has been done to review various formulations mentioned in Ayurveda classics for treatment of Sandhivataand tried to establish the guideline for rational use of these treatment modalities in specific pathological condition of Sandhivata, which may be useful for clinician and researcher for their clinical practice and future research plan respectively.

Keywords: Ayurvedic Treatment; VataVyadhi; Cartilage Lesions