The Ayurvedic Approach: Muscular Dystrophy Natural Treatment

No one wants to get a diagnosis of an illness such as muscular dystrophy. It might seem like a sentence for life, but it doesn’t have to be that way. If you or a loved one are suffering from muscular dystrophy, there are natural Ayurvedic treatments to try.

Muscular dystrophy natural treatment is varied and comes in many different forms, but if you are into Ayurvedic medicine, you will be surprised at how many holistic treatments you can include in your daily routine. And easily and effectively, too!

There are approximately 30 different genetic conditions that make up the family of muscular dystrophies. Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), for example, is the most frequent genetic condition and affects 1 in 3,500 male births worldwide.

Muscular dystrophy, as a whole, affects an estimated 250,000 Americans.

The damage and weakness of the muscles in these disorders are due to the lack of a protein called Dystrophin, which is necessary for normal muscle function.

Read on to see some Ayurvedic medicine that will help ease some of your symptoms and help you live a more balanced life.

1. Abhyanga

If you know anything about Ayurveda, you know that they are based on a system of 3 doshas, that is, 3 body types. These are Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. You can go to an Ayurvedic clinic to analyze what is your particular body type.

In Abhyanga, you would use a dosha-specific herb-infused oil warmed up and massage it all over your body from the tips of your toes to your scalp. It’s a luxurious, self-loving, and extremely nourishing massage.

Some reasons why Abhyanga would be helpful for people with muscular dystrophy are the effects it has on reducing muscle stiffness, alleviating age-related changes, and increasing energy.

With regular Abhyanga, you will also build a better mind-body connection, which is crucial as your muscles deteriorate and you start feeling a sense of disconnection from your whole body as a whole.

2. Sashtika Shali Pinda Sweda

This is also known as Navarakizhi and is a sweat-inducing massage that is given by an Ayurvedic clinic to a client to reduce pain and stiffness and increase muscle strength. All these are common for patients suffering from muscular dystrophy.

A combination of special rice called Shashtika Shali and milk, along with medicated herbs is used in the massage treatment.

3. Panchakarma-Vasti

Panchakarma is the primary healing and purifying system of Ayurveda that uses five procedures (panch means five in Sanskrit).

The five are emesis therapy or vomiting, purgation (through use of a laxative), enema therapy through herbal concoction, oil enema, and inhalation of medicated oil through nostrils.

Vasti is the enema therapy where a herbal concoction is introduced into the rectum and helps relieve constipation, kidney stones, backaches, sciatica, and other joint pains.

It’s really helpful for dystrophy patients as it can help reduce a lot of the muscular pain that comes with the illness.

4. Rasayana

Rasayana essentially means the path of essence (rasa) and is particularly useful for people who are worn down, depleted, or suffering from an illness. It’s great for rebuilding vitality and rejuvenating the mind, body, and spirit.

It uses a combination of herbs, tonics, specific diets, and specific mental and physical practices to support and nourish the blood, immune system, and bodily tissues.

This lengthens the lifespan and invigorates the body. It aims at achieving homeostasis in the body, not merely treating the disease that might be present in the body.

It’s a holistic treatment that will garner great results for you if applied at an ayurvedic clinic.

5. Herbs

Muscular dystrophy natural treatment wouldn’t be complete without a list of these herbs. Add them to your daily regime ASAP.

Ashwagandha

It’s an ancient Ayurvedic herb with immense benefits. It’s an adaptogen which means it can help your body handle stress better. It also increases muscle mass and strength which is why it’s so useful for dystrophy patients.

Bala

This is also known as Sida Cordofolia and has widespread effects on the human body, including analgesic, hypoglycemic, and hypotensive effects. It also has a beneficial effect on nervous disorders and purifying the blood.

Guduchi

This herb is also called Giloy which means Amrita, or nectar. It boosts immunity levels, aids in auto-immune disorders, improves blood circulation, slows down aging, aids in joint disorders, and maintains metabolic health.

Guggulu

This herb acts as a natural blood cleanser. It’s also used for inflammatory diseases and removes toxins from the body. Most importantly, it helps with muscle cramps, stiffness, and inflammatory diseases of the muscles.

Musta

It’s an Ayurvedic medicine which is effective in the treatment of digestive disorders. It also increases the absorption of vitamins and minerals from food and provides soothing and relaxing effects on the body.

Gokshura

It’s a very well known herb that is utilized for increasing libido in males by increasing testosterone levels. The raised testosterone levels help in increased muscle building in the body and increase the strength in the body.

Arjuna

This herb has a tonic-like effect on the cardiac system of the body. It’s a great antioxidant and slows down the age-related changes in the body.

Triphala

This is a herbal preparation using three different ingredients, all fruits and all from India. It’s very high in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral abilities. It also strengthens the immune system.

With Muscular Dystrophy Natural Treatment Is Definitely Possible

If you have Muscular dystrophy, natural treatment might not be something that comes to mind first. But it is definitely a course of treatment to consider.

Ayurvedic medicine has been around for thousands of years and works at balancing the body, mind, and spirit, which is definitely something you could do with. Don’t suffer from the ravages of muscular dystrophy anymore.

Use Ayurveda and its balancing tenets today!

If you would like to learn more about how Ayurveda can help treat your ailments, please book an appointment with us today!

• February 1, 2021
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