Rheumatoid ArthritisWarme-e-Mafaasil — classical name in Unani

Overview

Wajaul Mafasil, known in Western medicine as Rheumatoid Arthritis, is characterized by inflammation of one or more joints, accompanied by pain. According to Unani principles, this condition can be classified as Balghami (phlegmatic) or Damavi (sanguine), or even Murakkab (compound), depending on the predominant morbid humours (Akhlat) within the body.

The Unani perspective identifies several contributing factors to the development of Wajaul Mafasil. These include an imbalance in the body's humours, particularly a predominance of hot and moist humours like blood and phlegm. Environmental factors such as a humid climate, and internal issues like indigestion leading to the accumulation of morbid humours, are also considered significant causes. Additionally, psychic influences, obesity, deficient nutrition, excessive alcohol consumption, injuries, and hereditary predispositions can play a role.

Furthermore, certain diseases that affect the body's immune system, such as syphilis (Aatshak) and gonorrhea (Suzaak), are recognized in Unani medicine as potential triggers for Wajaul Mafasil. The understanding in Unani medicine is that these factors can disrupt the body's natural equilibrium, leading to the inflammatory joint condition.

Causes According to Unani

• ✅ Predominance of hot and moist humours (Dam - blood, Balgham - phlegm).
• ✅ Imbalance of temperament of the organ (Soo-e-Mizaj Azwi).
• ✅ Humid climate (Martoob Aab-o-Hawa).
• ✅ Accumulation of morbid humours in blood due to indigestion (Soo-e-Hazm).
• 🧠 Psychic influences (Infiaalat-e-Nafsania).
• ❌ Excessive intake of hot and moist food such as meat and dairy products.
• ❌ Obesity (Samn-e-Mufrat).
• ❌ Deficient nutrition (Naqs-e-Taghzia).
• ❌ Excessive consumption of alcohol (Kasrat-e-Sharab Noshi).
• 🩹 Injury (Zarba-wa-Saqta).
• 🧬 Hereditary factors (Mauroosi).
• 🦠 Certain diseases affecting body immunity, e.g., syphilis (Aatshak), gonorrhoea (Suzaak).

Signs & Symptoms Recognised in Unani

• Wajaul Mafasil (Rheumatoid arthritis) is an inflammation of one or more joints.
• It is associated with pain in the affected joints.
• The condition may be classified as Balghami (phlegmatic) or Damavi (sanguine).
• It can also be considered Murakkab (compound) depending on the predominance of humours (Akhlat).

Herbs & Natural Substances

Therapeutic Approaches in Unani

In Unani medicine, the treatment of Wajaul Mafasil (Rheumatoid arthritis) is tailored to the underlying humoural imbalance and the patient's specific condition. Internal treatments often involve herbal formulations aimed at correcting the humoral predominance, such as Balghami (phlegmatic) or Damavi (sanguine) states, and addressing imbalances in the organ's temperament.

External applications and procedural practices are also integral to Unani therapy for rheumatoid arthritis. Hijamah (cupping) is a traditional procedure noted for its benefits in decreasing joint inflammation. The selection of specific herbs like Izkhar, Arand root, Ajwain khurasani, Madar flower, Zanjabeel, Suranjan talkh, Joz masil, Asgand, Ispand, Khulanjan, and Biskhapra is crucial for managing the condition.

Preventive measures and lifestyle modifications are emphasized to complement curative treatments. Maintaining a healthy body weight, avoiding excessively oily or fatty diets, and ensuring regular bowel movements through a high-fiber diet are recommended. Regular Riyazat (exercise) and adequate Naum (sleep) are also considered vital for overall health and managing the condition.

Dietary Guidance

Lifestyle & Daily Routine

• ✅ Maintain body weight.
• ✅ Maintain normal retention and evacuation through intake of high fiber diet to regulate daily bowel movement.
• 🧘 Riyazat (exercise) should be done regularly as per instructions.
• 😴 Adequate Naum (sleep) is recommended.
• 💧 Hijamah (cupping) is very beneficial as it decreases the inflammation of joints.

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