Ayurvedic Approach to Knee Pain: 7 known Herbs, 4 Essential oils ,Home Remedies, Exercise and Massage

by Reena Verma · Published December 31, 2018 · Updated January 23, 2019

Joints, the connections between bones, support us to move. Any damage to the joints is quite painful. Painful joints can be caused by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, sprains, etc.

During a survey, about one-third of the adults who participated in the survey reported having joint pain, with knee pain being the most common complaint, followed by shoulder, hip and ankle pain. Joint pain can range from mildly irritating to debilitating. It may go away after a few weeks, or last for several weeks or months.

Aching knee joints is a common health disorder globally. The pain in the joints can be attributed to a ton of factors too numerous to count. Some of the most common reasons for knee pain include injury, degeneration, arthritis, infection, dislocated kneecap, osteoarthritis, bursitis, bone chips and tendonitis to name a few.

The severity of knee pain depends on the disorder and environment and may vary from person to person. Some of the common symptoms may include unbearable pain in joints, tenderness, stiffness, locking, and sometimes an effusion.

However, knee pain can also be caused by minor sprain or contusion which may vanish with proper rest and some simple and easy Ayurvedic home remedies providing deep and prompt pain relief.

1. TURMERIC

Turmeric is a widely researched, and commonly used spice in India with amazing antiseptic and healing properties. Called as the ‘golden wonder’, turmeric can be used to treat numerous ailments, especially inflammation, helping you to recover from joint pains and arthritis.

2. GINGER

Ginger is an important herb in Ayurveda for rejuvenation and healing. Best known for its anti-inflammatory properties, Ginger can be included in your daily diet. Application of ginger oil as well as drinking ginger tea can also prove effective results.

3. GILOY

Giloy or guduchi is a potent tonic that works as an all natural joint pain relief by removing excess Vata from the body. It also cleans the blood, boosts circulation, beats inflammations, tones up the nervous system and eliminates ama, making it a very remedy for when Vata accumulates in the joints. This herb can be taken in the form of giloy juice, tablets or powder.

stems can be chewed as is or powdered and mixed with lukewarm water.

4. ASHWAGANDHA

Ashwagandha is a Sanskrit term translating to “smell of horse“. It is believed that a person who consumes this herbal medicine will gain horse-like strength and vitality. Studies show that the extract of this Ayurvedic herb is an effective anti-inflammatory medicine.

5. SHATAVARI

Because of the healing qualities of Shatavari is highly beneficial to treat an array of ailments. Shatavari also has anti-inflammatory properties, helps in reducing symptoms like cramps and pain and increases knee flexion.

6. Licorice(Glycyrrhiza Glabra)

Mulethi or licorice is one of the time-honored Ayurvedic remedies for joint pain. Its main function is lubrication and this supports the lubrication of the joint tissues.

7. TRIPHALA

Triphala, the “nectar of life”, is a traditional Ayurvedic formulation with amazing healing powers. The herbs in triphala have anti-inflammatory effects and helps in speeding the healing process in the body. It provides nutrients that help strengthen your bones and flush out excess uric acid, which can lead to inflammation, thus providing relief from gout, joint pain, arthritis, and other problems.

MASSAGE

Even more there are many types of massage that can benefit people with knee pain. Hence massage helps relieve pain in the muscles, relax surrounding the joints, decrease stress, release stiffness and allow for better range of motion and mobility.

Essential Oils for Knee Pain and Swelling

Dhanwantharam Thailam is an ayurvedic oil that is good for treating joint pain caused due to excess vata in a person’s body. This oils can give relief to people with rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, spondylosis, headache and neuromuscular conditions. The oil is made with herbs like Balamoola, Yava, Kola and Kulatha. The oil can be used on a daily basis.

Baclodol ayurvedic pain relief oil is 100% natural oil, made of datura (Datura stramonium), menthol (peppermint), mustard oil, gondru gond, garlic, til oil, Shilajeet, etc, the oil is very effective for the treatment of arthritis, spondylitis, back pain and muscular sprain. Prepared from herbal extracts of herbs and essential oils, the baclodol pain relief oil penetrates deep into the affected areas to heal the pain.

Kottam Chukkadi Thailam: This oil is good for treating ailments caused due to excessive vata. Therefore, It relieves pain and inflammation in the joints and is helpful for people suffering from sciatica (lower back pain), arthritis and spondylosis. It is made from ingredients like ginger, vasambu, garlic, moringa, mustard, sesame oil, curd and tamarind juice, Therefore, this oil gives long-term relief if used regularly.

Penda Thailam: This oil is good for rheumatic disorders. It relieves pain and inflammation in the joints. Made especially for people with high levels of pitta in their body, this oil helps reduce the degradation of the bones, slowing down the progression of diseases like arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.Valiya Narayan Thailam is effective in treating rheumatic disorders, stiffness and painful joints, swelling, burning sensation, numbness, etc. Made with Vilwa, Aswagandha, Bhrihati and sesame seed oil, it helps in relieving joint pain due to arthritis, and balances vata and pitta levels in one’s body.

EXERCISE

Similarly Yoga is an ancient, natural and effective joint pain relieving technique that strengthens the body. There are many simple yoga asanas that can help you get rid of joint pain easily and manage arthritic conditions. It is also extremely helpful when you’re living with symptoms like back pain, stiffness and inflammation.