Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow is a condition where the forearm muscles become damaged due to overuse. It is characterised by severe pain in the elbow and arm. It is also known as lateral epicondylitis. It can occur at any age but is more common in people between 30-50 years of age.

Causes of Tennis Elbow:

As the name indicates, playing tennis is one of the possible causes of tennis elbow. Along with that, some other typical arm movements which cause tennis elbow are as follows,

• Frequent usage of scissors
• Painting
• Swimming

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by median nerve compression characterised by pain, numbness and tingling sensation in the hand and arm. A Carpal tunnel is a narrow passage located at the palm side of your hand. The median nerve, which is responsible for the sensation and movements of the thumb and fingers, runs through this carpal tunnel. Hence the name is called Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

What causes Carpal Tunnel Syndrome:

Carpal tunnel syndrome is usually contributed by factors that cause compression on the median nerve. These factors include;

• Any trauma or injury of wrist joint
• Due to some underlying conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid gland issues, pituitary gland issues.
• Nature of work (usage of vibratory hand tools)

Frozen shoulder

Frozen shoulder is a common condition characterised by pain, stiffness, and restricted shoulder joint movement. In this condition, the shoulder girdle will be stiff and restrict the free movement of the joint. Adhesive capsulitis is another name for this condition.

Three stages for Frozen Shoulder based on symptoms:

• Stage 1-Freezing Stage: Severe pain will restrict movements of the shoulder joint. It is most severe during night-time, and it will last for 6-9 months
• Stage 2-Frozen Stage: In this stage, the pain will diminish, and the joint becomes stiff, and movements will be more difficult. It will last for 4-12 months.
• Stage 3-Thawing Stage-During this stage, there will be an improvement in joint movements, and it can last for 6-24 months.

FIBROMYALGIA- AYURVEDA DOCTOR SYDNEY

Fibromyalgia is a condition characterised by severe muscle pain and mental distress. Usually, Fibromyalgia is accompanied by fatigue and altered sleep.

FIBROMYALGIA: RISK FACTORS

• The risk of fibromyalgia can flare up by the following factors:
• Gender: Fibromyalgia is more common in women
• Age: The risk of fibromyalgia increases with old age

ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS: AYURVEDA DOCTOR SYDNEY

Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory arthritis condition affecting the spine and large joints. It is characterised by pain and reduced flexibility of the spine.

The risk of Ankylosing Spondylitis can flare up by the following factors:

• Age- Initial symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis may appear at a younger age.
• Sex- Men are more prone to Ankylosing Spondylitis.
• Family History or genetics with Ankylosing Spondylitis.

ANXIETY- AYURVEDA DOCTOR SYDNEY

Anxiety is a condition characterised by a feeling of fear in response to stress. Rapid breathing, sweating and fatigue are considered the main symptoms of anxiety.

• Genetics or Family history
• Due to underlying health conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, heart disease, irritable bowel syndrome etc
• As a result of alcohol withdrawal
• Due to usage of drugs or its withdrawal
• Due to stress from work, family problems or death or loss of loved one etc.

BURSITIS -AYURVEDA SYDNEY

Bursitis is a painful condition usually around the joints characterised by swelling of a small fluid-filled gap called a bursa. It usually affects the shoulder, elbow, hip and knee. Bursitis is caused when a bursa becomes irritated by excess pressure.

• Age: The risk of bursitis increases with your age.
• Due to any underlying medical condition such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout.
• As a result of any injury to bursae.
• Due to increased body weight
• Due to the nature of work (gardening, shovelling, carpentry, painting).

Winter Regiments in Ayurveda

Ayurveda, ‘the Science of Life’, beautifully explains different seasons and the regiments that we need to follow during each season for healthy living. The Winter season in Ayurveda is explained as HeamanthaRitu, where Kapha Dosha is predominant; hence the winter season is also known by the name Kapha Kala.

As per Ayurveda, people tend to become stronger during the winter season, and their digestive fire will become more powerful during this season. This digestive fire in Winter is compared against real fire in Ayurveda. More vital digestive capacity during Winter helps in the digestion of all food irrespective of its heaviness or quantity. Because of the cold weather during the Winter Season, our body heat is not expelled out of the body, leading to the ignition of digestive fire.

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