Ayurvedic Treatment, Diet And Lifestyle Changes For Fibromyalgia
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Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia (FM) is a condition that causes pain throughout the body. Fibromyalgia commonly presents as muscle pain, stiffness, and tenderness throughout the body including the neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms, and legs. Fibromyalgia is not an autoimmune disease, which occurs when the body's immune system falsely attacks your cells and tissues. Fibromyalgia is not related to inflammation, nor is it a joint or muscle disorder caused by physical injury. The tenderness is worse in the mornings and has been described as flu-like, burning, throbbing, aching, or stabbing in nature.
We cannot say that Fibromyalgia is life-threatening, but it can affect day-to-day activities. Patients suffering from fibromyalgia have Pain, fatigue, and lack of sleep that disturb our ability to function or concentrate. Patients may also feel frustrated due to their condition, and this can lead to anxiety or depression.
Ayurveda says that fibromyalgia is an imbalance of Vata dosha and is described as ‘Mansa Dhatugat and Mansavrut Vata’. It also shows weak digestion; channels blocked by toxins, and diminished dhatus (tissues). Vata imbalance is the most common use and aggravated Vata destabilizes the nervous system and may create hypersensitivity resulting in pain and tenderness. So Ayurveda promises that this condition is treatable and manageable with Ayurvedic treatment, diet, and lifestyle.
Symptoms Of Fibromyalgia
The common symptoms of fibromyalgia include:
- Fatigue.
- Depression.
- Sleep disturbances.
- Memory impairment.
- Anxiety or depression.
- Chronic muscle pains.
- Stiffness in joints.
Causes Of Fibromyalgia
The main causes of Fibromyalgia include:
- Nervous system imbalance.
- The build-up of toxins and impurities.
- Accumulation of stress.
- Genes.
- A painful disease like arthritis or an infection.
- Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)-Mental health problem.
- Lack of physical activity.
Ayurvedic Management Of Fibromyalgia
Ayurveda recommends proper treatment; diet and herbs to cure the symptoms of fibromyalgia. The main Ayurvedic treatment is explained below:
- Ayurvedic detox (panchakarma)
In Ayurvedic medicine, Panchakarma is called a bio-purification method. It is an effective treatment for managing fibromyalgia. This form of treatment detoxifies and rejuvenates the body. As a result, patients often develop a stronger immune system and restore balance throughout the doshas.
Panchakarma treatment consists of three main processes, such as preparing the body, releasing and eliminating the impurities, and rejuvenating the tissues. The main ayurvedic detox includes purgation therapy (cleansing of the upper gut) and enema (cleansing of the lower gut). To prepare the tissues for mobilizing and releasing the toxins, you begin by taking medicated ghee at home. The ghee enters every cell of your body and works as a carrier to move the toxins from your tissues into the digestive tract where they are expelled. Treatments include ayurvedic massage with herbal oil (abhyanga), nervous system treatment (Shirodhara), herbal paste massage udvartana, full-body herbal steam bath (swedana), and medicated enemas (Basti).
As the toxins move out of the tissues and into the alimentary canal, the treatments focus on removing them from the bowel. When your panchakarma is complete, your tissues and digestive tract will feel clean and new. After that doctor will prescribe a healthy diet and lifestyle to rebuild your tissue strength and immunity. - Diet Recommendation
One of the causes of fibromyalgia is improper digestion. Some foods when you eat disturb Vata and thereby aggravate fibromyalgia symptoms, including increased sensitivity to pain. So Ayurvedic doctors will prescribe the foods that can be easily digested, creating micronutrients that can assimilate into the tissues and rebuild tissue strength.
The diet may be a Vata-pacifying diet. It includes:
- Vegetable soups.
- Coconut water and coconut milk.
- The fresh drink is made from carrot juice.
- Cooked vegetables include squash, zucchini, sweet potato, tomato, and pumpkin.
- Foods spiced with cumin, coriander, fennel, black pepper, ginger, asafoetida, garlic, and turmeric.
- Moderate quantities of green salads with simple dressings of lemon juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
- Kichari (recipe made by cooking white basmati rice and moong dhal and spices).
- Warm milk with warming spices including cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and clove.
- Foods to Avoid.
Some of the food items that should be avoided by Fibromyalgia patients are:
- Hot (spicy) and fried foods.
- Processed sugar.
- Bitter and astringent foods such as brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, spinach, broccoli, kohlrabi, and potatoes.
- Raw foods.
- High levels of black tea, coffee, alcohol, yogurt, chocolate, and cocoa.
The main treatment for fibromyalgia is Panchakarma. It detoxifies and rejuvenates the body. The main stages of Panchakarma treatment are abhyanga, Shirodhara, udvartana,swedana, and vasti. Along with Ayurveda treatment, Ayurvedic doctors prescribe diet recommendations also.
How To Prevent Fibromyalgia?
The best way to prevent fibromyalgia is to follow the below-mentioned ideas:
- Minimize stress.
- Eat a nutritious diet.
- Get enough sleep.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Manage arthritis, depression, or other conditions.
- Stay active and exercise regularly.
Natural Remedies For Fibromyalgia
Ayurveda mentions following these steps to get great relief from the disease.
- Follow a healthy diet, good sleep, and a balance of work, exercise, and social life.
- Avoid worry, hurry, fear, stress, grief, and anxiety.
- Manage stress with practices like meditation, yoga, and spiritual activity.
- Perform ayurvedic rituals every day, such as self-massage, oil pulling, tongue scraping, and sipping warm water frequently throughout the day.
- Exercise regularly according to your energy. Breathing exercises and restorative yoga poses are excellent.
- Find out the factors that aggravate your symptoms and avoid them.
- Be social, share love, happiness, and sorrow.
Fibromyalgia can be considered a disease caused primarily by an imbalance of the Vata dosha with the Pitta and Kapha playing a part. It is mainly affecting the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system. The pain associated with fibromyalgia often is described as a constant dull ache, the pain must occur on both sides of the body. The pain is associated with tenderness commonly located in the neck, shoulders, back, and hips called tender trigger points, widespread in deep muscle. Following Ayurvedic treatment diet and lifestyle recommendations helps to cure the symptoms of Fibromyalgia.
Conclusion
All the information related to Fibromyalgia is based on different Ayurvedic resources. Always prefer the advice of an Ayurvedic doctor before self-medication.
