Definition:
Frozen shoulder is characterized by the inflammation and thickening of the shoulder joint capsule. This leads to the tightening of the capsule's connective tissue, restricting the movement of the shoulder joint.
Causes:
The exact cause of frozen shoulder is often unknown, but it can be associated with several factors, including:
- Previous shoulder injury or surgery
- Prolonged immobilization of the shoulder
- Certain medical conditions like diabetes, as it can affect the connective tissues.
- Hormonal imbalances
- Inflammation within the joint
Symptoms:
The main symptoms of frozen shoulder include:
- Gradual onset of pain in the shoulder
- Stiffness in the shoulder joint
- Limited range of motion, particularly in outward rotation and reaching overhead.
- Pain that worsens at night
- Difficulty with daily activities that involve the shoulder, such as dressing or combing hair
Risk Factors:
Several factors may increase the risk of developing frozen shoulder, including:
- Age: It's more common in people over 40, with the highest risk between ages 40 and 60.
- Gender: Women are more often affected than men.
- Previous shoulder injury or surgery
- Medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, thyroid problems, and Parkinson's disease
- Prolonged immobility, such as due to recovery from an injury or surgery
MANAGEMENT OF FROZEN SHOULDER ACCORDING TO AYURVED-
Ayurvedic management of frozen shoulder, known as "Apabahuka" in Ayurveda, aims to reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness while improving the range of motion in the shoulder joint. It's important to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner for a personalized treatment plan. Here are some common Ayurvedic approaches that may be used in the management of frozen shoulder:
Ayurvedic Massage (Abhyanga): Warm herbal oils, such as Mahanarayana oil or Bala oil, are massaged into the affected shoulder area. This can help reduce pain, inflammation, and improve circulation.
Herbal Compress (Pinda Sweda): Warm herbal poultices made from herbs like Nirgundi and Dashamoola are applied to the shoulder area. This can help reduce pain and stiffness.
Swedana (Herbal Steam Therapy): Steam therapy using specific herbs can help relax the muscles and improve flexibility in the shoulder joint.
Dietary Adjustments: Follow a diet that balances the Vata dosha, as Vata imbalance can contribute to frozen shoulder. This may involve consuming warm, nourishing foods and avoiding cold or raw foods.
Herbal Remedies: Ayurvedic herbs such as Ashwagandha, Shunthi (ginger), and Guggul may be prescribed to reduce inflammation and improve joint mobility.
Lifestyle Recommendations: Avoid activities or postures that worsen the condition, and practice gentle stretching exercises to improve shoulder mobility.
Panchakarma: Some individuals with frozen shoulder may benefit from specific Panchakarma therapies, such as Basti (medicated enema) or Nasya (nasal administration of herbal oils).
CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MANAGEMENT OF FROZEN SHOULDER-
Frozen Shoulder Relief Kit
- Detox Premium Powder:
This is a herbo-mineral preparation that contains ingredients such as giloy satv, parval pishti, gandhak rasayan, shukta pishti, kamdudha rasa, etc. These all ingredients in combination show antioxidant, anti- inflammatory, & analgesic properties. It helps in reducing pain, numbness, stiffness, & inflammation associated with a slipped disc problem. Detox powder is useful in eliminating Ama (toxins) from body.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water after 30 mins of meal.
- Nerve up Tablet:
It is pure herbo-mineral formulation which helps to balance the vata dosha. It act as nervine stimulator and also reduces Kapha doshas. It mainly acts on central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like Shudha kuchala, Shudha Shilajeet, Praval pishti etc. These contain natural Vatahar properties and helps in curing vata diseases. It speeds up physical and mental processes. It helps in painful joints, stiffness, inflammation, swelling and general weakness.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal
- Vata Balance tablet:
Vata balance tablet is a rejuvenating blend of herbs is specially formulated to balance Vata doshas without aggravating Pitta or Kapha doshas. It may be used to support overall health and well-being by Vata constitutions with or without food. For those with a dual constitution that includes Vata or a tridoshic constitution, it is an excellent formula for the Vata season, which in most parts of the world is autumn and early winter. This is the time when Vata gets aggravated. Healthy Vata contains herbs that help the system remain balanced throughout the season.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily.
- Pain-o-kill oil:
As the name suggests Pain-O-Kill Oil reduces pain, inflammation, stiffness, & weakness in slipped disc patients. Applying this herbal oil gives effective results in lower backache, weakness, relaxes muscles, stiffness, & swelling.
Method of usage: Take little oil in your hands and gently massage over the affected of the body.
- Active plus Tablet:
Active plus Tablet is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for person mental and physical health also helps to boost up the immunity. The herbal ingredients present in these tablets are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets improves digestion, eliminates constipation, stress, nourishes brain, acts as antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.
Recommended dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
- Pain O kills Tablet:
As the name suggests these tablets will kill the pain naturally.The herbs present in the formation of these tablets are Ashwagandha, Hadjod, Punarnava, Nirgundi, Methi, Garlic, etc. These herbs in combination show antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, immuno-modulator properties. The regular use of these tablets reduces body pain and acts on its root cause.
Recommended dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
