Diagnosis:
Avascular Necrosis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Treatment Approach:
Internal Ayurvedic Medicines
Diet Modification
Panchakarma Therapies
Before Treatment:
The patient presented with severe bilateral knee joint pain and swelling, with a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) score of 9/10 in the left knee and 4/10 in the right. Mobility was significantly impaired, and the patient required a wheelchair for movement. Additionally, pain was noted in the interphalangeal joints of both upper limbs (VAS 3/10) without visible swelling.
After Treatment:
The patient experienced a remarkable reduction in pain and swelling.
Left knee pain reduced to VAS 1/10
Right knee pain resolved completely (VAS 0/10)
No pain in the interphalangeal joints (VAS 0/10)
Patient regained the ability to walk and stand independently, with only mild limping observed
Notable improvement in the range of motion of the left knee joint
Conclusion:
A comprehensive Ayurvedic treatment approach, combining internal medicines, dietary regulation, and Panchakarma therapies, led to significant clinical improvement in a patient suffering from Avascular Necrosis and Rheumatoid Arthritis.
