Joints
Rheumatism (rheumatoid arthritis)
An inflammatory condition that makes several joints painful, swollen and stiff, often the hands and feet.
Common signs
- Painful, swollen joints on both sides of the body
- Morning stiffness that lasts more than half an hour
- Tiredness and feeling generally unwell
What it is
Known in Ayurveda as amavata, it happens when the body’s defences attack the lining of the joints. It needs a doctor’s care: modern medicines can slow down joint damage.
How we help
Seka and herbal oil massage may ease pain and stiffness alongside your doctor’s treatment. Please keep taking the medicines your doctor has prescribed.
Treatments that can help
- Seka
Kalupada seka (herbal heat therapy)
Our traditional treatment: herbal oil on the painful area, a herbal bandage, and gentle heat from a warmed iron rod, only as warm as you can comfortably bear.
- Massage
Herbal oil body massage
A 45-minute full-body massage with warm herbal oils, given by two therapists working together.
Talk to us about rheumatism (rheumatoid arthritis)
Call or send us a WhatsApp, or walk in during opening hours.