🦴 Bursitis: Specialized Ayurvedic Management with Ahara & Vihara

At Yogakshema Ayurveda Hospital

🌿 Introduction

Bursitis, known as Shleshma Koshotha in Ayurveda, refers to inflammation of the bursa—small fluid-filled sacs that cushion and protect joints. At Yogakshema Ayurveda Hospital, we provide specialized and customized Ayurvedic treatment that includes individualized Ahara (diet) and Vihara (lifestyle) plans to address the root causes and relieve joint discomfort naturally.

🧠 Understanding Bursitis

Bursitis typically results from:

  • Repetitive joint movements

  • Prolonged pressure

  • Injury or trauma

  • Infection

It most commonly affects the shoulder, elbow, hip, or knee, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness.

🪔 Ayurvedic Perspective

In Ayurveda, bursitis (Shleshma Koshotha) arises from imbalances primarily in Vata and Pitta doshas, affecting:

  • Shleshma Kosha (Bursa)

  • Sandhi (Joint structures)

  • Rakta Dhatu (Blood)

  • Agni (Digestive fire)

Key Imbalances:

  • Vata Prakopa: Leads to pain, stiffness, dryness, and restricted motion

  • Pitta Prakopa: Causes inflammation, heat, redness, and localized tenderness

  • Ama Accumulation: Undigested metabolic waste obstructs channels and aggravates inflammation

  • Rakta Dushti: Impure blood contributes to swelling and pain

🔍 Signs and Symptoms of Bursitis

  • Localized pain in the affected joint, worsens with movement

  • Swelling, warmth, and tenderness

  • Stiffness and restricted range of motion

  • Redness over the joint

🌿 Ayurvedic Management Approach

At Yogakshema Ayurveda Hospital, we use root-cause focused treatment that includes:

🔸 Dosha Shamana

Balancing aggravated Vata and Pitta with appropriate therapies and herbs

🔸 Ama Pachana

Digesting and eliminating Ama to reduce inflammation

🔸 Sandhi Poshana

Nourishing joint tissues using herbal oils and tonics

🔸 Rakta Shodhana

Purifying blood to help reduce inflammation and improve circulation

🔸 Localized Therapies

Herbal pastes, warm oil applications, and fomentation for pain relief

🔸 Ahara & Vihara

Dietary and lifestyle changes to support long-term joint health

🧘‍♀️ Key Ayurvedic Therapies for Bursitis

  • Lepa (Herbal Paste) – Reduces inflammation and swelling

  • Abhyanga (Therapeutic Oil Massage) – Improves circulation and reduces pain

  • Swedana (Herbal Steam Therapy) – Relieves stiffness and supports detox

  • Rakta Mokshana (Bloodletting) – Used selectively for severe inflammation

  • Janu/Kati Basti – Warm medicated oil pooling on joints for deep nourishment

  • Internal Medicines –

    • Guggulu: Anti-inflammatory and detoxifying

    • Ashwagandha: Strengthens joints and reduces Vata

    • Haridra (Turmeric): Natural anti-inflammatory

    • Triphala, Dashamoola, and Yogaraja Guggulu formulations as needed

🥗 Ahara (Diet) Guidelines for Joint Health

  • Prefer warm, light, and freshly cooked foods

  • Include healthy fats (ghee, sesame oil) to nourish tissues

  • Favor sweet, bitter, and astringent tastes

  • Avoid spicy, sour, fermented, oily, and heavy foods

  • Increase intake of anti-inflammatory ingredients (e.g., turmeric, ginger)

🧘 Vihara (Lifestyle) Guidelines

  • Maintain a consistent daily routine

  • Avoid overexertion and repetitive joint strain

  • Practice gentle stretching and yoga for mobility

  • Ensure adequate rest and quality sleep

  • Apply warm oil massages to affected areas

  • Practice stress-relieving techniques like meditation and deep breathing

🔄 Integrated and Customized Care at Yogakshema

Our integrated approach combines traditional Ayurveda with modern understanding of joint inflammation. We provide:

  • Personalized dosha-based treatment

  • Condition-specific Panchakarma therapies

  • Individualized Ahara-Vihara programs

  • Ongoing lifestyle coaching and follow-up

✅ Advantages of Our Ayurvedic Approach

  • Holistic management of pain, stiffness, and inflammation

  • No dependency on steroids or painkillers

  • Personalized treatments to suit your body type and lifestyle

  • Improves mobility, strength, and joint longevity

  • Addresses root cause, not just symptoms

  • Expert physicians with deep knowledge of joint and musculoskeletal disorders

🏥 Yogakshema Ayurveda Hospital: Your Trusted Destination for Joint Health

If you are experiencing bursitis, don’t settle for temporary relief. At Yogakshema Ayurveda Hospital, we offer safe, effective, and sustainable solutions tailored just for you. With experienced Ayurvedic doctors, a soothing healing environment, and individualized care, we help you rediscover joint comfort and vitality.