What is it?
In osteoarthritis the cushioning cartilage of the knee wears down gradually and the joint space narrows. Ayurveda describes it as Janu Sandhigata Vata. Treatment is planned according to the stage (grade) of the disease.
Common symptoms
- Pain when you start walking
- Morning stiffness that eases after a while
- Change in knee shape or bowing of the legs
- Walking distance getting shorter
Common causes
- Increasing age
- Body weight
- Family history
- Long-term overload on the joint
How we treat it
After examining you, the doctor chooses from these according to your needs.
- 3RDT Regeneration TherapyOur in-house protocol built on the concept of regeneration therapy, planned from your joint condition, severity and test reports.
- Janu BastiWarm medicated oil is held over the knee inside a ring of dough for a set time.
- Basti therapyAnuvasana (oil) and Niruha (decoction) basti, the main therapy in Ayurveda for Vata disorders.
- AgnikarmaA classical heat-application technique on selected pain points, done by a trained physician.
- Ayurvedic medicinesSpine- and nerve-nourishing formulations, given only on the doctor's prescription.
- Diet, exercise and yogaPersonal guidance on diet, daily routine, exercise and yoga.
Tests that help: Weight-bearing X-ray of both knees; MRI if needed
See a doctor urgently if you have
- Severe pain even at rest and at night
- Sudden large swelling of the knee
Everyday care
- Low-impact exercise such as cycling or swimming
- Use a chair instead of sitting on the floor
- Don't take painkillers long-term without advice
This information is for awareness and does not replace an examination by a doctor.