Significance of Rheumatism
Rheumatism is described as a medical condition characterized by inflammation and pain in the joints, muscles, or connective tissues. Various sources, including Purana and Rasashastra, emphasize its chronic nature and note that it can be alleviated through specific remedies and dietary considerations. Treatments include herbal remedies like Aconite and Nyctanthes arbortristis, and ingredients such as rice-gruel and ginger which possess anti-inflammatory properties. The condition involves imbalances in bodily elements and is noted for affecting a range of connective tissues.
Synonyms: Arthritis, Joint pain, Inflammation, Joint disorder, Musculoskeletal condition, Osteoarthritis, Gout, Fibromyalgia, Joint inflammation
In Dutch: Reuma; In Finnish: Reumatismi; In Spanish: Reumatismo
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Hindu concept of 'Rheumatism'
Rheumatism in Hinduism interprets as a chronic condition causing pain and inflammation in joints and connective tissues, addressed through medicinal remedies, dietary adjustments, and specific herbal treatments to restore balance among bodily elements.
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) A medical condition characterized by inflammation and pain in the muscles, joints, or fibrous tissue.[1] (2) A disorder characterized by chronic pain in the joints, muscles, or connective tissues that is addressed by the medicinal formulation.[2] (3) A medical condition involving pain and inflammation in the joints, which the medicine addresses.[3] (4) A chronic condition characterized by pain or inflammation in the joints, targeted by the herbal remedy.[4] (5) A painful condition affecting the joints and muscles, which the remedy aims to treat.[5]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances
(1) Aconite is effective in alleviating symptoms of rheumatism.[6] (2) A condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the joints, which may be alleviated by soft iron.[7]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) An ailment that Kankustha is noted to cure.[8]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 5: Treatment of various afflictions
(1) A painful condition characterized by inflammation and swelling in the joints, caused by an imbalance of bodily elements like ama, vayu, pitta, and kapha.[9]