Sports Injuries

Sprains and strains

Ayurvedic treatments may include the use of herbal oils and poultices to reduce inflammation and pain. Panchakarma treatments such as Abhyanga (oil massage), Swedana (sweating therapy), and Virechana (purgation therapy) may also be helpful in supporting the healing process.

Tendinitis

Ayurvedic treatments for tendinitis may involve the use of herbal poultices, oils, and dietary changes to reduce inflammation and support the healing process. Panchakarma treatments such as Abhyanga, Swedana, and Nasya (nasal therapy) may also be helpful in reducing pain and inflammation.

Concussions

Ayurvedic treatments for concussions may include the use of herbal remedies such as Brahmi and Ashwagandha to support brain function and reduce inflammation. Panchakarma treatments such as Shirodhara (oil pouring therapy) may also be used to calm the mind and support the healing process.

ACL Tear

This is a common knee injury that occurs when the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is torn. Ayurvedic treatments may include the use of herbal remedies such as Shallaki, Guggulu, and Ashwagandha to reduce inflammation and pain. Panchakarma treatments such as Abhyanga, Swedana, and Basti may also be used to support healing.

Rotator Cuff Tear

This is a common shoulder injury that occurs when one of the tendons in the rotator cuff is torn. Ayurvedic treatments may include the use of herbal remedies such as Guggulu, Shallaki, and Ashwagandha to reduce inflammation and pain. Panchakarma treatments such as Abhyanga, Swedana, and Nasya may also be used to support healing.

Tennis Elbow

This is a common injury that occurs when the tendons in the elbow are overused and become inflamed. Ayurvedic treatments may include the use of herbal remedies such as Ashwagandha, Guggulu, and Shallaki to reduce inflammation and pain. Panchakarma treatments such as Abhyanga, Swedana, and Basti may also be used to support healing.

Shin Splints

This is a common injury that occurs when the muscles and tendons in the shin become overused and inflamed. Ayurvedic treatments may include the use of herbal remedies such as Ashwagandha, Shallaki, and Guggulu to reduce inflammation and pain. Panchakarma treatments such as Abhyanga, Swedana, and Nasya may also be used to support healing.

Fractures

In Ayurveda, fractures are considered a Vata disorder and may be treated with a combination of herbal remedies, dietary changes, and Panchakarma treatments. For example, Ayurvedic practitioners may recommend the use of bone-healing herbs such as Ashwagandha, Shatavari, and Guggulu. Panchakarma treatments such as Abhyanga, Swedana, and Basti (enema therapy) may also be used to support healing.