Osteoporosis

Fragile bones, back pain, and fractures point to osteoporosis, asthi dhātu kṣaya in Ayurveda. It reflects long-standing vāta aggravation and agnimandya, causing bone tissue depletion. As bones lose density and lubrication, cracks and brittleness set in. Aging, dryness, and undernourishment of asthi dhātu weaken the body's structural foundation.

Common Causes of Osteoporosis

Dry, cold diets and poor calcium intake deplete asthi dhātu.
Late nights, stress, and overactivity aggravate vāta.
Weak digestion fails to nourish deeper tissues.
Hormonal decline in menopause disturbs bone metabolism.
Lack of sun and inactivity reduce bone strength.

Symptoms of Osteoporosis

Persistent backache or joint pain.
Loss of height or stooped posture.
Frequent fractures from minor falls.
Brittle nails or receding gums.
Creaky joints or feeling weak in the bones.

Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Osteoporosis

Basti with nourishing oils strengthens asthi dhātu.
Herbs like lakṣā, aśvagandhā, and guggulu rebuild bone tissue.
Calcium-rich foods, sesame, almonds, and ragi, support regeneration.
Daily oil massage and sun exposure improve absorption and density.
Rasāyana like asthipacaka ghṛta slow degeneration and restore resilience.