Conventional medicines prescribe analgesics, corticosteroids, NSAIDS, and Counterirritants for local application to counter the pain and reduce inflammation. None of these treatments are known to cure Arthritis. They merely look at the superficial symptoms and do nothing to address the root cause of Arthritis. Moreover, almost all of them are accompanied by a host of side-effects.
NSAIDs may lead to gastrointestinal discomfort, Ulcers in the stomach, bleeding, myocardial infection and stroke, Erectile Dysfunction, Hypertension and fluid retention amongst others. Prana’ stands for life force, and as the name suggests, it is instrumental in keeping us alive. ‘Pranayama’ is the process that helps us control ‘Prana’, and thus in a way, control our life. On careful observation, it is clear that there exists an intimate connection between the breath and energy-currents. Proper coordination of the breathing process leads to the control of vital inner-currents and energies. It ultimately results in the control of the body, mind and soul continuum. Over the millenia yogis have understood how each pranayama affects the energy meridians of the body and therefore these yogis recommend particular pranayamas for particular conditions and constitutions.
Sahita Kumbhaka
1. Tandem Breathing (‘Sahita Kumbhaka’)
It has 2 types, based on whether or not there is any concomitant chanting of Mantras with the Pranayama exercise.
Steps:
1. Comfortable asana like Padma-asana or Swastika-asana.
2. Slow inhalation; with concomitant chants of the mantra ‘OM AARAH’, if possible.
3. Hold the breath for a short period of time.
4. Slow Exhalation.
Significance:
It’s a daily and constant process, which we seldom appreciate.
Benefits:
It encourages concentration with closed eyes while we inhale and exhale.
Suryabheda Pranayama
2. Awakening breath (‘Surya Bheda’)
Steps:
1. Upright position in a comfortable asana like Padma-asana/ Swastika asana / Siddhasana. Concentrate with eyes closed.
2. Rest the right thumb on the right nostril (Avoid applying any pressure or blocking the nostril). At the same time, rest the right index finger on the space between 2 eyebrows and close the left nostril with the right ring and little finger.
3. Slow inhalation through the right nostril is pursued, till comfortable.
4. With the thumb applied to the right nostril, retain the breath firmly pressing the chin against the chest. There is no specific limit to this and it can be pursued till there is discomfort.
5. Slow and silent exhalation through the left nostril. It is followed by a short gap wherein inhalation is avoided. This same procedure is to be repeated again.
Time limit:
Hold your breath till you perspire. This point cannot be reached at the very outset. The period of retention of breath needs to be gradually increased.
Advantages:
It cures the diseases caused by an excess of Vata & Kapha
– Improves digestion.
– Awakens ‘Kundalini Shakti’
Indications:
– Intestinal worms
– Arthritis
– Sinusitis
Ujjayi Pranayama
3. Hissing breath (‘Ujjayi’)
Steps:
1. Sit comfortably in Padma-asana / Swastika asana / Siddhasana. Close the mouth.
2. Fold the tip of the tongue and rest it on the palate. The tongue will appear to be ‘twisted’.
3. Inhale air slowly through both the nostrils in a uniform manner till the breath fills the chest. This results in a peculiar sound uniform in pitch and continuous in nature.
4. Retain the breath as long as you can, till there is any discomfort.
5. Close the right nostril with the right thumb.
6. Exhale slowly through the left nostril.
Time limit:
3 min to hr
Advantages:
– Strengthens the nervous system.
– Improves the tone of voice.
– Relieves stress.
– Increases lung capacity.
Indications:
– Indigestion
– Koch’s
– Bronchitis
– Pharyngitis
– Spleen disorders
– Tonsillitis
– Cough
– Ascites
Seetali Pranayama
4. Serpent’s Breath (Sheetali)
It is an imitation of the respiration of a serpent.
Steps:
1. Upright position in a comfortable asana like Padma-asana/Swastika-asana/ Siddhasana/Vajrasana.
2. Rest the hands on the knees.
3. Fold the edges of an outward-extended tongue to resemble a round hollow tube.
4. Draw in the air through the mouth with a hissing sound ‘Si’ and feel the air touching the tongue while inhaling.
5. Retain the breath as long as you can till there is any discomfort.
6. Slowly exhale through both nostrils.
Time limit:
1 – 5 minutes. Practice regularly in the morning, 15 to 30 times.
Advantages:
– Purifies the blood.
– Quenches thirst and appeases hunger.
Indications:
– Spleen disorders
– Chronic dyspepsia
– Indigestion
– Bilious disorders
Sitkari Pranayama
5. Cooling Breath (Shitkari)
Steps:
1. Upright position in a comfortable asana like Padma-asana.
2. Fold the tongue so that its tip is brought to rest over the upper palate. Inhale air through the mouth accompanied by a hissing sound ‘Si’/ ‘C’.
3. Retain the breath as long as you can, till there is any discomfort.
4. Slowly exhale through both the nostrils.
Time limit:
Gradually increase by 1 minute, every week, till 5 minutes.
Advantages:
– Helps to keep the body cool in summer.
– Improves vigor & beauty.
– Helps quench thirst when thirsty.
Indications:
– Dental carries.
– Bleeding and inflammation of gums.
– Ulcers.
– Colitis.
– Throat infection.
– Hypertension patients can practice this type of Pranayama to decrease blood pressure.
Bhastrika Pranayama
6. Bellow Breath (Bhastrika)
It draws similarity with the bellows of a blacksmith. It involves the rapid expulsion of breath and is a powerful exercise. It can be termed as a combination of Kapalabhati and Ujjayi.
Steps:
1. Upright position (with a straight neck) in a comfortable asana like Padma-asana.
2. Body, head and neck in erect posture. Close the mouth.
3. Inhale air (chest expands and abdominal muscles are pulled in) and quickly exhale 10 times (1 set). While doing so a hissing sound is produced.
4. When 1 set is on the verge of completion the final expulsion should be followed by the deepest possible inhalation.
5. Retain the breath as long as you can till there is any discomfort.
6. Follow it with a complete slow exhalation. This marks the end of one round.
7. After a short rest (with a normal breathing pattern) begin the next round.
Time limit:
Practice three rounds daily in the morning and evening.
Advantages:
Decreases anxiety and depression
Stimulates appetite
Improves resistance power
Gives warmth to the body
Purifies ‘Nadi’ and awakens the ‘Kundalini’ quickly
Indications:
Abdominal disorders
Throat and chest infection
Note:
In case you encounter any giddiness, stop the practice and take a few normal breaths. Continue after the giddiness has subsided.
In summer, practice it in the morning only during cool hours.
Those wishing to practice it in the long-term and in an intense manner, should live on ‘Khichdi’, and take an Enema (‘Bhasti’) in the morning before starting the practice.
People suffering from heart or lung disorders should do it slowly.
Bhramari pranayama
7. Humming Breath (Bhramari)
Its name is derived from the fact that a sound like that of ‘humming of bees’ is produced when it is practiced.
Steps:
1. Upright position in a comfortable asana like Padma-asana or Swastika-asana. Keep the neck and back erect.
2. Place your thumbs on the ears, index fingers just above the eyebrows (near the sinuses) and the remaining three fingers on the eyes. The finger-tips should slightly press the ridge of the nose on each side.
3. Inhale and exhale air rapidly through both the nostrils, making a humming sound resembling that of a Bee (‘Bhramara’). Concomitantly chant ‘Om’.
4. The process can be continued till you perspire profusely.
5. Next inhale through both the nostrils and retain the breath as long as you can, till there is some discomfort.
6. Exhale slowly through both the nostrils.
Time limit:
Beginners may practice it 3 times, and advanced practitioners 11-21 times.
Advantages:
Improves speech and voice-quality
Helps in the achievement of ultimate peace (‘Samadhi’)
Indications:
Sinusitis
Hypertension
Depression
Stress
Contraindications
Epilepsy
Head injury
Brain tumor
Migraine
Severe or persistent headaches
Murcha
8. Supreme Breath (‘Murcha Pranayama’)
Steps:
1. Upright position in a comfortable asana like Padma-asana.
2. Close the eyes and concentrate on the space between the 2 eyebrows (‘Trikuti’).
3. Inhale slowly through the mouth and retain the breath till you feel faint.
4. Sever off your connection with the surroundings and focus on the center-point between the 2 eyebrows.
5. Apply the chin on the chest and then exhale slowly.
Advantages:
Practice without distraction endows divine happiness
Makes you feel pleasant and relaxed
Indications:
Anxiety
Depression
Mental disorders
Kevala kumbhaka
9. Unconditioned Breath (‘Kevala Kumbhaka’)
Perfection in Tandem breathing (mentioned earlier) paves the way for Kevala Kumbhaka. Thus, an existence devoid of inhalation and exhalation and unconditioned by space, time and number is unconditioned breath.
Steps:
1. Upright position in a comfortable asana like Padma-asana.
2. It involves the sudden stopping of the breath without resorting to inhalation or exhalation.
Advantages:
Attainment of Raja Yoga and perfection in Hath Yoga
Arousal of Kundalini Shakti
Cures diseases and promotes longevity
Alternate nostril breathing
10. Alternate Breath
A simple, yet scientific exercise that can be practiced virtually anywhere. It is based on the fact that we alternate between the two nostrils when we breathe.
Steps:
1. Upright position in a comfortable asana like Padma-asana. Tilt your head slightly forward.
2. First half round:
Fold the index and middle fingers of the right hand into its palm. The other fingers should be extended.
Close the right nostril with your right thumb.
Inhale through the left nostril for a definite period of time – say 5 seconds.
Close the left nostril with the right ring-finger and little-finger.
Concurrently remove your thumb from the right nostril, and exhale.
This is to be done for twice the inhalation period, i.e. for 10 seconds.
This completes the first half of one round. 3. Second half round
Inhale through the right nostril for a definite period say 5 seconds.
Close the right nostril with the right thumb.
Exhale through the left nostril for a period that is twice that of inhalation i.e. 10 seconds.
This completes the other half of one round.
3. Second half round:
Inhale through the right nostril for a definite period – say 5 seconds.
Close the right nostril with your right thumb.
Exhale through the left nostril for a period that is twice that of inhalation i.e. 10 seconds.
This completes the other half of one round.
Time limit:
If there is no discomfort of any kind after practicing as instructed above, increase the inhalation period gradually second-by-second. Correspondingly change the exhalation period.
Number of Rounds:
Begin with 3 rounds. If there is no discomfort, 1 round can be added every week, until you are doing 7 rounds.
This exercise can be practiced as often as you wish, but do remember to do it at least once a day.
Advantages:
Cleanses/detoxifies the Pranic channels
Regulates Prana
Imparts relaxation
Improves mental functioning and alertness
Imparts optimum creativity and optimum logical, verbal activity of the brain
Improves sleep
Indications:
Stress and related disorders
Physical and mental fatigue
Tension headaches
Contraindications
Cold/ Nasal block (Stuffed nose). Forced breathing is not advocated and can lead to complications.
Corticosteroids may lead to anxiety, depression, hypertension, hyperglycemia, insulin resistance, diabetes, erectile dysfunction, amenorrhoea and candidasis amongst others.
Analgesics may lead to high blood pressure, slow down kidney functions and may also cause stomach ulcers and heart diseases.
Conventional Treatment for Osteoarthritis
There is no cure for osteoarthritis in the modern system of medicine. The drugs used in conventional therapy merely reduce pain and improve joint movement temporarily. The medicines do not completely cure the disease and are not effective in all cases of osteoarthritis. The drugs used are:
- Topical pain relievers like Icy Hot and Ben-Gay which temporarily relieve pain.
- Strong pain killers – acetaminophen (Tylenol) and tramadol (Ultram) which relieve pain but do not reduce inflammation. Prolonged use of these strong pain-killers can cause liver damage.
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) – These include mild over-the-counter dugs like aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil) and naproxen (Aleve) and strong drugs like ketoprofen (Orudis), diclofenac (Cataflam) and nabumetone (Relafen). NSAIDs have severe side-effects that increase with dosage and strength. These include, ringing in the ears, gastric ulcers, cardiovascular problems, gastrointestinal bleeding and liver or kidney damage.
- COX-2 inhibitors – celecoxib (Celebrex) Side-effects may include fluid retention and high blood-pressure. This class of drugs has also been linked to an increased risk of heart-attack and stroke.
- Injections of corticosteroids and hyaluronic acid to relieve pain and wear-and-tear of the joint.
Most of the drugs mentioned above merely provide temporary relief from pain and stiffness. The last resort with modern medicine is surgical procedures, like joint replacement, arthroscopic lavage and debridement, to remove extra growths in the joints.
Complementary Natural Care
The Biogetica therapy combines natural herbs blended with age-old Chinese, ayurvedic and homeopathic therapies that increase lubrication of the affected joint and support the structure and functions of the joints.
Tips for Osteoarthritis Management
- Put a cold-pack or a heat-pack on the affected joint to relieve pain
- Massage the affected joint
- Wear joint supports or braces
- Avoid high impact sports, like football and basketball
- Walk with a cane or crutches to reduce stress on the joints
- Avoid excessive stress on the joints
- Avoid exposure to cold and wet climate
- Exercise and maintain mobility of the joints
Conventional Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Treatment offered by modern medicine is only based on symptomatic relief and not on prevention. However, since RA is a chronic condition, it is very essential to work against its tendency for relapses. The drugs included in the conventional system are:
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) – These include over-the-counter drugs like aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil) and naproxen (Aleve); and prescription drugs like tolmetin (Tolectin), diclofenac (Voltaren) and indomethacin (Indocin). Another type of NSAIDs are the COX-2 inhibitors like celecoxib (Celebrex). These drugs aim to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
- Prolonged use of NSAIDs can cause side-effects like indigestion and stomach bleeding. They can also cause damage to the liver and kidneys, hypertension, stroke and various heart diseases.
- Analgesics – These include over-the-counter drugs like acetaminophen (Tylenol) and prescription drugs like codeine and acetaminophen (Tylenol #3), indomethacin (Indocin), oxycodone and acetaminophen (Percocet) and tramadol (Ultram) which relieve pain.
- Prolonged use of analgesics reduces their effect and causes damage to the kidneys and liver.
- Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) – This group of drugs include sulfasalazine (Azulfidine), hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil), auranofin (Ridaura), methotrexate (Rheumatrex) and minocycline (Dynacin). Other forms of DMARDs include immunosuppressants and tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blockers. These drugs reduce joint damage.
These drugs have potential side-effects like heart-failure, and make the body susceptible to recurrent infections.
- Steroids – These include drugs such as prednisolone and methyl prednisolone. They reduce inflammation and pain during an acute attack. Steroids provide immediate and instantaneous relief. However, in the long run, their effect decreases drastically, and they can cause serious side-effects like diabetes, cataract, obesity and thinning of the bones.
If these medications fail to provide relief, other treatments like joint-replacement surgery and use of prosorba column (to remove the antibodies affecting the body) might be required.
Complementary Natural Care
The Natural Biogetica products are believed to support the structure and functions of the joints and help maintain healthy bones.
Tips for Rheumatoid Arthritis Management
- Put a cold-pack or a heat-pack on the affected joint to relieve the pain
- Massage the affected joint
- Wear joint supports or braces
- Avoid high-impact sports like football and basketball
- Exercise and maintain the mobility of the joints
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Avoid stress
Conventional Treatment for Ankylosing Spondylitis
The conventional treatment is based on symptomatic relief and not on prevention. However, since AS is a chronic condition, it is very essential to work against its tendency for relapses. Drugs included in the conventional system are:
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) – These include over-the-counter drugs like aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil) and naproxen (Aleve) and prescription drugs like tolmetin (Tolectin), diclofenac (Voltaren) and indomethacin (Indocin). Another type of NSAIDs is COX-2 inhibitors like celecoxib (Celebrex). These drugs aim to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
Prolonged use of NSAIDs can cause side-effects like indigestion and stomach bleeding. They can also cause damage of the liver and kidneys, hypertension, stroke and various heart diseases.
Analgesics – These include over-the-counter drugs like acetaminophen (Tylenol) and prescription drugs like codeine and acetaminophen (Tylenol #3), indomethacin (Indocin), oxycodone and acetaminophen (Percocet) and tramadol (Ultram) which relieve pain.
Prolonged use of analgesics reduces their effect and causes damage to the kidneys and liver.
Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) – This group of drugs include sulfasalazine (Azulfidine), hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil), auranofin (Ridaura), methotrexate (Rheumatrex) and minocycline (Dynacin). Other forms of DMARDs include immunosuppressants and tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blockers. These drugs reduce joint damage.
These drugs have potential side-effects like heart-failure, and make the body susceptible to recurrent infections.
Steroids – These include drugs such as prednisone and methylprednisolone. They reduce inflammation and pain during an acute attack. Steroids provide immediate and instantaneous relief. However, in the long run, their effect decreases drastically and can cause serious side-effects like diabetes, cataract, obesity and thinning of the bones. If these medications fail to provide relief, surgery may be required.
Complementary Natural Care
Biogetica’s therapy attempts to provide nourishment and keep the joints supple and healthy. The homeopathic components are traditionally believed to alleviate inflammation and protect the spine. Ancient and time-tested Chinese, ayurvedic and homeopathic remedies have been combined into the kits.
Tips for Management of Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Rest until the pain subsides
- Exercise after the acute attack to reduce stiffness and to strengthen the joint
- Maintain a healthy body weight to reduce stress on the joints
- join a support group
Conventional Treatment of Gout
Conventional medicine is used to try and lower uric acid levels and relieve pain in the acute phase of Gout. This does not provide any permanent relief to the patient. The drugs used are:
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) – These include over-the-counter drugs like aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil) and naproxen (Aleve) and prescription drugs like tolmetin (Tolectin), diclofenac (Voltaren) and indomethacin (Indocin). Another type of NSAIDs are COX-2 inhibitors like celecoxib (Celebrex). These drugs aim to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
Prolonged use of NSAIDs can cause side-effects, like indigestion and stomach bleeding. They can also cause damage to the liver and kidneys, hypertension, stroke and various heart diseases.
Analgesics – These include over-the-counter drugs like acetaminophen (Tylenol) and prescription drugs like codeine and acetaminophen (Tylenol #3), indomethacin (Indocin), oxycodone and acetaminophen (Percocet) and tramadol (Ultram) to relieve pain.
Prolonged use of analgesics reduces their effect and causes damage to the kidneys and liver. Colchicine (Colchicine) is a common anti-inflammatory given in gout, to relieve inflammation.
Steroids – These include drugs such as prednisolone and methylprednisolone. They reduce inflammation and pain during an acute attack. Steroids provide immediate and instantaneous relief. However, in the long run, their effect decreases drastically. They may also cause serious side-effects like diabetes, cataract, obesity and thinning of bones. Uric acid controlling drugs – These include probenecid (Benemid), sulfinpyrazone (Anturane) and allopurinol (Zyloprim). These drugs help in maintaining uric acid levels in the body.
Complementary Natural Care
Biogetica uses a blend of natural herbs believed to rejuvenate the joints and keep them healthy. The products in the kits strike a dynamic balance between vital forces and the body. The ingredients work on an energetic plane, and the minute doses are believed to stimulate body’s tissue structure to maintain healthy uric acid levels.
Tips for Gout Management
- Rest the affected joint until pain subsides
- Apply an ice-pack on the affected joint for 20 minutes, 4 to 8 times a day
- Exercise after the acute attack to reduce stiffness and strengthen the joint
- Drink plenty of fluids to remove excess uric acid from the body
- Avoid alcohol, especially beer, as it increases uric acid levels in the body
- Maintain a healthy body weight to reduce stress on the joints
- Avoid purine rich foods like red meat, organ meat (liver or kidney), oily fish and foods with high yeast content
Every single ingredient in every Biogetica kit has huge amounts of traditional use data from Ayurveda and Homeopathy and is supported by modern studies and trials. However, people and governments today tend to have varying opinions and laws regarding natural medicine which their FDA may not have studied yet. We therefore, prefer not to make any claims. To show the efficacy of our products we point all patients and doctors to independent research and clinical studies that proves their efficacy in a “scientific manner”. In some cases, we compare the results of these studies to those of pharmaceutical medicines in order to show that natural products can be just as or even more effective than drugs, which tend to have side effects.
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Herbal research
- Arthrella: Studies suggest that this herbal remedy may support normal structure and function of joints. 1
- Boswellia serrata: Studies suggest that this herbal remedy may support normal functioning of joints. 2
- Vitex negundo: Studies suggest that this herbal remedy may improve blood supply to your bones. 3
- Oroxylum indicum: Studies suggest that this herbal remedy may provide nutritional support to the joints. 4
- Tinospora cordifolia: Studies suggest that this herbal remedy may provide energy to the body cells. 5
- Withania somnifera: Studies suggest that this herbal remedy may support tendons and ligaments in your joints. 6
Resonance Homeopathic Research
- Bacterial Nosodes/Viral Nosodes: Studies suggest that this resonance homeopathic remedy may boost your immune system to combat infection. 7
- Ruta Graveolens: Studies suggest that this resonance homeopathic remedy may relieve your symptoms of pain, swelling and stiffness. 8
- Bryonia Alba: Studies suggest that this homeopathic remedy may relieve pain and inflammation. 9
- Arnica Montana: Studies suggest that this homeopathic remedy may offer pain relief. 10
- Rhus Toxicodendron: Studies suggest that this resonance homeopathic remedy may help ease inflammation. 11
Nutraceutical research
- Calciferol: Studies suggest that this nutraceutical may strengthen muscles, ligaments and cartilages. 12
Allopathic
Conventional remedies for arthritis include Analgesics, Corticosteroids, Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), Counterirritants (for topical use) etc.
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