There is being witnessed an alarming surge in the number of arthritis patients in India. Arthritis is a disorder of the joints which causes inflammation and affects mobility in them. Accompanying symptoms of arthritis include severe pain in the joints, swelling, joint stiffness, among others. Increased lifespan, sedentary lifestyles, and poor diet and nutrition are being attributed as some of the many reasons that cause arthritis in people of a certain age.
Experts suggest that arthritis can be prevented if one makes changes in their lifestyle choices. At the same time, for patients with arthritis, there are several methods which can be adopted to manage the pain and other associated symptoms. Yoga has emerged as a popular alternative healing method for arthritis treatment and management. As a secondary practice of Preksha meditation, yogasanas, when combined with other core practices, can help in providing a drugless solution to the problem of arthritis. The regular practice of yogasanas can also be beneficial in preventing the onset of arthritis.
There are several yogasanas which can be beneficial in arthritic pain management. The gentle stretching and flexibility that are part of the yogic asanas improve the posture and also make the joints more flexible. Arthritis pain and swelling can also be reduced with such yogasanas as:
Veerbhadrasana (Warrior Pose)
Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation)
Vrikshasana (Tree Pose)
Trikonasana (Triangle Pose)
Setubandhanasana (Bridge Pose), among others.
However, it must be added that any individual suffering from arthritis must undertake the practice of yoga only under the instruction of a trained instructor initially. Depending on your condition, the instructor will identify the correct asanas for you to practice.
Lifestyle and dietary changes too can make significant difference in the management of arthritis. Certain foods and changes in the lifestyle of arthritis patients can manage the pain and symptoms. Acupressure and naturopathy treatments are also employed to provide some relief to patients.
Arthritis has also been linked to depression in patients with early onset of the disease. Preksha Meditation and Yoga can serve as a useful means to offset the depression and improve the quality of life in such patients.
For drugless solution for arthritis management and prevention, attend the courses and camps at Adhyatm Sadhana Kendra, a Preksha Meditation and yoga center. At the Kendra, trained instructors will guide you towards the best lifestyle for managing your chronic arthritis.
