Osteoporosis Ayurveda: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

What is Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by decreased bone mass and density, leading to fragile bones and higher risk of fractures. Commonly affects spine, hip, and wrist. Women post-menopause and elderly are most affected.

Symptoms & Signs

Fragile bones leading to fractures even with minor trauma.
Loss of height, stooped posture, and back pain.
Generalized weakness and decreased mobility.

Ayurvedic View

Osteoporosis is viewed as Asthi-dhatukshaya (bone tissue depletion) and Vata aggravation. Weak bone tissue leads to structural instability. Treatment focuses on strengthening Asthi dhatu, improving circulation, and nourishing musculoskeletal tissues.

Ayurvedic Approach

Strengthen bone and connective tissue via diet, herbs, and therapies.
Improve calcium and mineral absorption through digestion-enhancing herbs.
Reduce Vata imbalance to prevent further bone weakening.
Support mobility, reduce pain, and enhance circulation using targeted therapies.

Clinic Therapies Useful in Osteoporosis

Abhyanga

Full body warm oil massage to nourish tissues and improve circulation.

Improves blood supply to bones and joints
Relieves stiffness and promotes relaxation
Enhances absorption of herbal oils and nutrients

Njavara Kizhi

Warm rice bolus therapy applied to joints and body for deep nourishment.

Strengthens musculoskeletal tissue
Improves circulation and tissue repair
Reduces stiffness and aids bone nourishment

Oil Bath

Full body oil immersion or application for tissue rejuvenation.

Deeply nourishes bones and muscles
Reduces dryness associated with Vata aggravation
Supports relaxation and recovery

Basti (Medicated enema)

Rectal oil or decoction therapy to balance Vata and nourish bone and connective tissues.

Supports systemic tissue nourishment
Improves digestion and nutrient assimilation
Recommended only after clinical evaluation

Lepam

Herbal paste application on painful joints and bones.

Reduces local pain
Supports tissue healing and nourishment

Nutrition & Herbal Support

Diet

Calcium-rich foods: milk, ghee, sesame, almonds, figs, leafy greens
Vitamin D sources: sun exposure, fortified foods, physician-guided supplementation if needed
Protein and healthy fats for tissue repair

Herbs & Rasayanas

Ashwagandha: strengthens musculoskeletal tissues
Shatavari: tissue nourishing and rejuvenative
Dashmoola: Vata-balancing and bone-supportive

Sample Treatment Plans

Short Supportive Cycle (2–3 weeks)

Abhyanga + Njavara Kizhi (3–4 sessions)
Lepam application to major joints
Herbal rasayanas + dietary guidance

Rejuvenation Cycle (4–6 weeks)

Abhyanga → Njavara Kizhi → selective Basti
Gradual physiotherapy integration
Oral herbs + nutrition counseling

Maintenance & Prevention

Monthly Abhyanga/Oil bath
Periodic Rasayana and strengthening exercises

Therapies & Purpose

Therapy	Benefit	Use
Abhyanga	Improves circulation and nourishes tissues	Supportive/preparatory
Njavara Kizhi	Deep tissue nourishment, bone support	Rejuvenation cycles
Oil Bath	Rejuvenates tissues and relaxes muscles	Restorative therapy
Basti	Balances Vata, supports bone & tissue health	Selected systemic therapy
Lepam	Topical pain relief & local healing	Symptomatic support

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