Frozen shoulder or Apabahukam is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint.  It is mainly caused due to vitiation of Vata dosha. Vitiated Vata absorbs the fluids of the joint to cause pain. The problem starts as loss of motion or a feeling of stiffness in the shoulder.  The general causes are over exercises, excessive indulgence in foods which are dry, cold, salty, fasting, indigestion and other stress related factors. People with diabetes, hyperthyroid, Parkinson’s disease, cardiac diseases, injury or immobilization of the shoulder for a certain period of time etc can also be affected by this problem. Western Medicine cannot provide any permanent cure to this problem but Ayurveda multi dimensional approach gives great relief and cure.
Ayurvedic home remedies you can try:

• Boil seism oil with crushed garlic, massage with it when it is warm
• Apply green gram pulp over the painful areas followed by warm water wash after 30 minutes

Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations:

• Do exercise and movements of the shoulder according to a qualified instructor
• Do not sleep on the painful side
• Avoid lifting heavy weight
• Moderate heating and sweating is good
• Keep the joint warm
• Avoid heavy food which is difficult to digest
• Use more oily food and nuts

Treatment in Ayurveda:
In many cases therapies like Pancha Karma, Sarva Kaya Abhyanga, Nasya, Shiro Vasti, Podikizhi, Navarakizhi and Yogic postures along with preparations for internal and external use and diet and lifestyle changes are prescribed.
Consult a qualified Ayurvedic doctor to get a complete and proper solution.

Note: Treatments mentioned here should be done only under the supervision of qualified Ayurvedic doctor

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