Janu Vasthi treatment
The Ancient Knowledge of Ayurveda has become the science of life, encompassing body, mind and spirit. Janu Vasti treatment helps to reduce knee pain
In this modern world, Joint Pains have become a common problem for people of all age groups.
As we grow our body gets into an arthritic condition, More wear and tear and more problem.
Janu Vasti is a treatment in Ayurveda that involves holding warm herbal oil or medicated ghee on the knee joint for a certain period of time. It is used to relieve pain and stiffness in the knee joint, especially in conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and knee joint injuries.
The treatment begins with a gentle massage of the knee joint with warm herbal oil to loosen the muscles and tissues around it. Then, a small well made of dough is created around the knee joint, and warm herbal oil or medicated ghee is poured into it. The oil is kept in the well for about 30 to 45 minutes, and the patient is asked to relax during this time.
The warmth and herbal properties of the oil help to reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness in the knee joint. It also nourishes the joint tissues and helps to improve joint mobility.
Janu Vasti is usually done as a series of treatments, and the number of treatments required depends on the severity of the condition. It is usually recommended to have the treatment once a week for a period of 4 to 6 weeks.
Benefits of Janu vasti
Janu Vasti is a popular Ayurvedic treatment that provides many benefits for the knee joint and surrounding tissues. Here are some of the benefits of Janu Vasti:
- Reduces pain: Janu Vasti treatment helps to reduce pain in the knee joint, especially in conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The warm herbal oil or ghee used in the treatment has analgesic properties that help to reduce pain and inflammation.
- Improves joint mobility: Janu Vasti treatment helps to improve joint mobility by nourishing the joint tissues and reducing stiffness. This allows the knee joint to move more freely and easily, which is especially beneficial for individuals with conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
- Strengthens the knee joint: Janu Vasti treatment helps to strengthen the knee joint by nourishing the joint tissues and improving circulation. This can help to prevent future knee joint injuries and reduce the risk of developing conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
- Reduces inflammation: Janu Vasti treatment has anti-inflammatory properties that help to reduce inflammation in the knee joint. This can help to reduce pain and swelling, and improve joint mobility.
- Nourishes the joint tissues: Janu Vasti treatment nourishes the joint tissues with the warm herbal oil or ghee used in the treatment. This helps to improve the health of the joint tissues and prevent further damage or deterioration.
- Promotes relaxation: Janu Vasti treatment is a relaxing and soothing treatment that helps to promote relaxation and reduce stress. This can have a positive impact on overall health and wellbeing.
Overall, Janu Vasti treatment is an effective and safe Ayurvedic treatment that provides many benefits for the knee joint and surrounding tissues. It is important to consult an Ayurvedic practitioner before undergoing Janu Vasti treatment to ensure that it is suitable for your specific condition and to receive the correct guidance and dosage.
Causes of Knee joint Pain
There are several reasons why a person may experience knee pain. Here are some common causes of knee pain:
- Osteoarthritis: This is a degenerative joint disease that occurs when the cartilage in the knee joint wears away, leading to bone-on-bone friction and pain.
- Rheumatoid arthritis: This is an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation in the knee joint, leading to pain and stiffness.
- Knee injuries: Injuries to the knee, such as ligament tears, meniscus tears, and fractures, can cause knee pain.
- Tendinitis: This is inflammation of the tendons in the knee, which can be caused by overuse, injury, or aging.
- Bursitis: This is inflammation of the small fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion the knee joint, which can be caused by overuse or injury.
- Patellofemoral pain syndrome: This is a condition in which the cartilage under the kneecap becomes irritated, causing pain and discomfort.
- Gout: This is a type of arthritis that occurs when uric acid crystals build up in the knee joint, leading to pain and swelling.
- Obesity: Excess weight can put extra pressure on the knee joint, leading to pain and discomfort.
- Aging: As a person ages, the knee joint may experience wear and tear, leading to pain and stiffness.
- Infections: In rare cases, infections can cause knee pain, particularly if the joint becomes infected.
It is important to consult a healthcare professional if you experience persistent knee pain to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.
Ayurvedic Understanding of Joint Pain.
Pain in the Joint is one of the common complaints that we come across. Many reasons affect the health of a joint. It could be physical injury, inflammatory or arthritic condition.
The two major reasons for Joint Pain are Vata and Ama elements.
THE VATA
Aggravated vata results in severe discomfort. This weakens Circulation, Metabolism, and thus weakens the ability to digest. The bone tissue eventually weakens due to dryness of the Shleshaka kapha which leads to a reduction of joint lubrication, causing rigidity, poor lubrication, discomfort and cracks.
THE AMA
Ama-related Joint Pain is a result of toxin build-up in the Joints. This can lead to heaviness, swelling and stiffness.
Sandhigata Vata is the painful condition of joints involving single or multiple joints restricting the movements with or without swelling and crepitus (Sandhi Sphutana).
NIDANA (Causative Factors)
1)Rooksha Ahara
2) Athivyayama (Excessive Exercise)
3) Sheeta Bhojana (Cold food/drinks)
4) Excessive weight
5) Trauma
6) Calcium Deficiency
Clinical Features
1)Shoola( Joint Pain)
2)Shotha (Swelling)
3)Vata Purna Druti Sparsha(Crepitus)
4)Prasarana Akunchana Pravrithimcha Vedhana (Pain during extension and flexion of Joint)
The above-mentioned clinical features resemble Osteo Arthritis.
Knee Joint osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis which causes a disability that is not easy to live with.
It mainly affects the weight-bearing joints of the body especially the knee, Hip, Lumbar spine etc.., characterized by degeneration of articular cartilage, and osteophytes, and leads to chronic disability at older ages.
Ayurvedic glimpse on Janusandhigata Vata
It is an Asthi Sandhigata Vyadhi, where there is a kshaya of asthi dhatu due to an insufficient supply of poshaka rasa.
This vitiated vata dosha can be treated according to the line of treatment for Vata Vyadhi chikitsa through Snehana, Swedana which alleviates the pain, and stiffness and improves flexibility.
JANU VASTHI Treatment– Ayurvedic Treatment for Knee Pain.
What is Janu Vasthi?
Janu = Knee Joint
Vasthi = To Hold
The knee joint is called Janu Sandhi in Sanskrit, hence the name Janu Vasthi is given to the procedure done on the knee joint.
Janu Vasthi is a practical modification of snigdasweda, wherewarmed Sneha is allowed to retain over knee area for a prescribed period. Generally done in degenerative joint diseases but contraindicated in Inflammatory conditions.
Materials Required
Prescribed Taila, Black Gram Flour, Hot water, Cotton, Towels, vessels etc.
Purva Karma
The black gram flour should be thoroughly mixed with hot water to make a thick dough.
1-2 tablespoons of flour should be mixed with water loosely to form a paste.
The thick dough should be shaped as about 3 inches in height, 1-inch width and a length sufficient to form a ring around the required area.
The knee joint should be completely exposed and if the site of pain is hairy it must be shaved clearly. The patient must then be allowed to lie comfortably over the droni table, in the supine position.
Pradhana Karma
The Knee Joint area should be thoroughly cleaned and flour dough should be pasted over the line, and marked around the knee joint like a ring.
It should be then reinforced by pressing and sealed properly with flour paste to avoid leakage of oil.
The warm oil should be poured uniformly into a bund constructed up to an extent that the oil level stands up to 2 inches above the skin level. It should be allowed to remain there for the prescribed time.
The temperature of the oil must be maintained throughout the procedure by taking some oil out using cotton and replacing it with the same amount of warmed oil.
PASCHAT KARMA
After the prescribed time, complete oil should be removed and the area should be cleaned by wiping with a clean dry cotton towel.
The patient should be allowed to remain in the same position for half an hour.
Precautions
1)Avoid excess heating of the oil since it may cause burning.
2)Paste the bund well to avoid leakage.
3) Do not move the Joint during the procedure.
Complications
Burns: Apply Cold Water and Shatadhouta Ghrita
Discomfort due to being in the same posture for a long time: Make comfortable positions with correct-sized cushions, and massage the areas.
BENEFITS
1)Pacifies aggravated vata dosha in the knee region.
2)Restores the lubricating fluid in the joint and maintains the integrity of the structures involved in the joint.
3)Increases blood circulation, thus strengthening and nourishing the knee joint.
4)Improves mobility of the knee joint.
5)Prevents degeneration.
INDICATIONS
1) Osteoarthritis of the knee joint.
2)Osteoporosis.
3)Chronic knee joint Pain.
4)All degenerative conditions.
5) Arthrosis of the knee joint.
Hence,
Janu Vasthi is the most effective and time-tested ayurvedic supportive treatment for Chronic Knee joint pain, degeneration etc..which rejuvenates the janu marma and provides long-standing relief.
Have a word with expert Ayurveda doctors at Adyant Ayurveda , Bangalore for Comprehensive care for Knee Joint Pain.
