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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Context:
A recent scientific study has demonstrated that the Ayurvedic Whole System (AWS) offers a promising complementary approach to managing Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
More on News:
- This chronic autoimmune disorder affects millions globally, causing pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints.
- AWS is reported to induce a metabolic shift towards normalisation in RA patients.
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a persistent autoimmune condition that leads to inflammation in the joints. It results in joint pain and damage and can also impact other organs, such as the lungs, heart, and brain.
Key Highlights:
- Significant decreases were observed in the Disease Activity Score-28 Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (DAS-28 ESR), total number of swollen and tender joints, and Ama Activity Measure (AAM) Score, which assesses the presence of toxins.
- A shift in metabolic profiles towards normal levels. RA patients initially showed elevated levels of metabolites such as succinate, lysine, mannose, creatine, and 3-Hydroxybutyrate (3-HB), with decreased alanine levels.
- Following AWS treatment, metabolic markers shifted towards levels observed in healthy individuals, suggesting a return to a balanced metabolic state.
- The study supports the Ayurvedic principle of dismantling disease complexes and normalising ‘Doshas’ (bodily humour), reflecting a potential reversal of RA pathology.
Significance and Future Directions:
- This research is the first to show that the Ayurvedic Whole System (AWS) is effective in managing Rheumatoid Arthritis. It offers a promising complementary option to traditional treatments.
- It highlights the potential for integrating traditional Ayurvedic practices with modern medical approaches to enhance patient outcomes in chronic conditions like RA.
- Although the results are promising, the authors emphasise the need for further research to confirm these findings and understand how AWS works therapeutically.