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Types of Headache and Their Treatment With Ayurveda

January 13th, 2010

Headache is known as Shiro Roga in Ayurveda. Literally it means ‘disease of the head’. Headache is not a single type of disorder; but it is a name given to several problems of the head. There are 11 types of headache in Ayurveda. They can be caused due to a various number of causes. Some of them are:-

- Trauma

- Inflammation of the meninges

- Encephalitis

- Cerebral abscess

- Migraine

- Hypertension

- Cerebral hemorrhage

- Vasodilator drugs

- Alcohol hangover

Apart from these there are several other factors such as fevers, metabolic disorders and diseases of the eye, ear and nose which can cause headaches.

Though pain is predominantly vitiation of the vata dosha, vitiation of the pitta and kapha doshas can also cause headaches. The chief symptoms of the three different doshic types of headaches are:-

1. Vata type of Headache – The pain is intermittent, i.e. of a hammering type. There is constipation, insomnia and depression. These pains are compounded by mental tensions.

2. Pitta type of Headache – The pain is usually felt on half of the head. It is accompanied by a burning sensation and wateriness in the eyes. The person is generally scared of light.

(1) Useful Herbs in the Treatment of Headache

1. Betel (Piper betle)

The leaves of the betel have analgesic and cooling properties. When a paste of them is applied to the center of the headache, then immediate relief is obtained.

2. Bishop’s Weed (Trachyspermum ammi)

Bishop’s weed can keep severe headaches away. It is most effective in headaches that occur due to migraine. The fumes of the lighted bishop’s weed seeds are used for the treatment. These fumes are smoked or the seeds are sniffed directly.

3. Clove (Syzygium aromaticum)

The aroma of the clove has a headache-allaying effect. It can soothe the nerves and bring it back to a pacified state.

4. Garlic (Allium sativum)

Garlic has almost miraculous properties in relieving headaches, of whatever type they are. Their juice slowly permeates the head region and acts as a painkiller.

5. Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

Ginger has painkilling properties. Due to this property, it is used as an external application on the affected head region. This gives relief from the headache.

6. Henna (Lawsonia inermis)

Henna flowers have the capacity to reduce headaches if they are caused by excessive heat. The henna flowers are applied externally on the head with vinegar to get the desired results.



(2) Dietary Treatments for Headache

Sweet and mild tastes are better in relieving headaches than other tastes. When there is a headache, consuming a sweet preparation or even a spoonful of sugar helps.

Milk and ghee are also beneficial in headaches. Preferably, the milk of a cow should be warmed and had when there is a headache.

Rice is the preferred carbohydrate to be taken in times of headache. The water left after cooking the rice should be had when it is warm, with a dash of ghee added in it.

Spicy and fried foods must be avoided when there is a headache.



(3) Ayurvedic Treatment for Headache

Since there are many different types of headaches, there are different treatments for them in Ayurveda. Ayurveda does not treat all headaches with uniformity. The following are the different treatments prescribed:-

1. If the headache is of vata type, then Triphala choorna is first prescribed to clear the digestive system. Then Shirashooladivajra rasa must be taken, or Mahavata Vidhwansana rasa must be taken twice a day in dosages of 125 milligrams in warm water.

2. If the headache is of pitta type, then amalaki is prescribed, or Triphala which contains amalaki can also be given. Half a gram of Shatavari is to be taken twice a day for a month.

3. If the headache is of kapha type, then anu taila is applied first to clear the nostrils. Then medicines such as Shoola Gajakesari rasa are given in dosages of 125 milligrams thrice or four times a day.

(4) Home Medications

a. A paste of clove and salt crystals is prepared in milk. The main curative ingredient in this is salt, which, being hygroscopic, absorbs the fluids in the head and decreases the tension.

b. Early morning after waking up dab an apple with salt and eat it. After that, drink some warm water or milk. Continuing this for ten days will reduce the problem of continuous headaches.

c. Peel a piece of garlic. Put it in the mouth and chew it slightly. Let its juices spread around the mouth region and upwards into the head. Keep on chewing the garlic mildly and allow the juices to spread. Within some minutes the headache would disappear. This treatment works even for the most persistent of headaches.

d. For headaches that are caused due to common colds, drinking a decoction of coriander and sugar helps tremendously. One more method to clear common cold related headaches is to place both feet in warm water for about half an hour.

e. For headaches that are caused due to excessive gas in the stomach, drinking a glass of warm water with a fresh lemon squeezed in it brings the headache as well as the gas problem down.

f. Grind some cinnamon and make it into a paste with water. Apply this on the head. This reduces headaches.

g. Soak some almonds in water overnight. In the morning, grind them into a paste and warm them slightly in ghee. Mix this in water and drink. This helps in treating headaches that have been going on since a long time.

h. Drinking a glass of water in which jaggery has been mixed helps in reducing headaches.



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What is Heel Pain?

January 11th, 2010

The most common cause of heel pain is plantar fasciitis, which is also called heel spur syndrome. Heel pain also encompasses numerous other ailments of the foot, including nerve irritation, arthritis, tendonitis, stress fracture, and in rare cases, cysts. Because there are so many reasons for heel pain, it is always best to get the foot looked at by a medical professional. A podiatrist, orthopedic or foot and ankle surgeon is your best bet for a proper diagnosis, as they specialize in problems involving the foot. Some heel pain may get better on its own, but may worsen if people ignore the pain and continue to perform activities that injured it in the first place. If this happens, heel pain will continue to get worse, become a chronic condition that will deteriorate over time. Even so, surgery is hardly ever necessary in these scenarios.

What are the symptoms of Heel Pain?

As the name implies, the primary symptoms of heel pain are, by and large, soreness and discomfort in the foot, and in particular the heel region. The onset of pain is usually preceded by an activity that caused irritation or injury to the heel or foot. The pain may not be immediately noteworthy, but it can progress causing extreme soreness and discomfort. Heel pain is most often exacerbated shortly after getting out of bed, primarily because sudden pressure on the foot may aggravate it after it had been immobilized during the night. Heel pain can go away during the day, but frequent, consistent pain shouldn’t be ignored and may require a thorough examination by a physician.

What causes Heel Pain?

When plantar fascitis, or a heel spur causes heel pain, it will most definitely require attention. The plantar fascia is a broad band of fibrous tissue, which runs along the bottom surface of the foot, from the heel to the toes. Plantar fascitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia, which can be extremely painful. A doctor can prescribe treatments that will aid in easing discomfort and perhaps help you avoid situations that would aggravate or bring on plantar fascitis. Heavy loads on the foot, like intense weight gain due to obesity or pregnancy, can also contribute to heel pain. Certain activities, like sports that require a lot of walking or running, can prompt heel pain too, as can various types of arthritis.

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Note: The information contained in this article is not to be used to diagnose or cure a disease. If you are experiencing symptoms of Heel pain, seek immediate assistance from a health professional right away for diagnostic testing and a full medical examination.

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Back Pain Management

December 15th, 2009

Work, work, work…all of us are going through this process every day of our lives. We work to earn our bread and butter. But sometimes we take for granted that our physical bodies are able to take all the strains and stresses which we are not consciously aware of. Yes, we will only be aware when we experience pain in our physical bodies. It’s sad, but it’s a matter of truth!

More often than not, we tend to experience back pains both slight and severe suddenly when we are not in the least aware of it. It’s something that we do not wish for but suddenly we get this back pain that unfairly stops us from continuing our work.

Back pain can come from your nerves, muscles, bones, joints, or even from other structures in your spine. Low back pain (lumbago) is very common in adults, especially working adults. We do understand what the spine is all about. It is the live interconnection of joints, muscles, nerves, tendons and ligaments, all of which are able to produce the pain that you are experiencing right now. Do note that large nerves in the spine and all the way to the legs can cause that drastic pain that we cry about.

There are two categories of back pain. The acute back pain normally lasts less than 3 months. The chronic back pain will last more than 3 weeks and has the tendency to give you more problems. Do note that back pain commonly strikes people in the age range of 35-55 years.

There are many symptoms that will signify that you have been afflicted with back pain. For low back pain, you can experience the pain anywhere on your back, between the bottom of your ribs and the top of your legs. Together with your back pain, you may also be experiencing any of the following symptoms:

1. Fever

2. Inflammation or swelling on the back

3. Pain that is persistent and does not ease after lying down or rest

4. Pain that you can feel in your chest or high up in your back

5. Pain that is down the legs and below the knees

6. Weight loss

7. Difficulty in passing urine

For such cases, it is strongly advised that you visit your GP immediately.

What causes the back pain? There are many reasons to account for:

1. Slouching in chairs

2. Bending awkwardly

3. Carrying, pushing or lifting with incorrect posture

4. Standing or bending down too long

5. Sneezing or coughing

6. Over-stretching

7. Driving for too long in hunched positions

8. Pregnancy

9. Different kinds of arthritis

10. Trip or fall

11. Bone disorders

12. Gynaecological problems for women

13. Injury

14. Obesity

15. Sleeping disorders

16. Lack of exercise

It is also known that persistent lower back pain can be attributed to other causes such as bone diseases, shingles, fibromyalgial, prostatitis, congenital spinal defects, or even cancer that has already spread to the spine.

The bulging or rupture of one or more intervertebral discs may cause serious back pain. You may experience a slipped disc when the circle of connective tissue surrounding your disc breaks down and allows the soft gel-like part of the disc to swell and protrude outwards. You may as a result feel pain in your buttocks, thigh, calves, feet and toes. This pain may be accompanied by numbness and weakness, pins and needles. Such discs dry out and weaken with age, resulting in stiffness and pain, especially in early morning. Elderly are more prone to such back pain.

No matter what kind of back pain you are afflicted with, it is strongly recommended that you take immediate and appropriate action to tackle this pain. It is unwise to delay taking action, because you may accidentally aggravate the problem. You may seek out any chiropractor or subscribe to proven methods of simple exercises that will help you correct this health problem.

Surely you want to live your life happily and healthily, don’t you? Health remains the top priority if you want to live your life actively. It is a fact that you have no choice but to embrace.



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