The main symptom of this disorder is severe pain in the affected joints. The muscles, ligaments and cartilage become inflamed and movement of the joint becomes extremely painful, especially in cold, windy and damp weather. If this condition is not treated properly, the joint becomes immobile and may become deformed.
Arthritis is a condition which is caused by accumulation of ama and aggravation of vata .
Ama is a toxic by-product of improper digestion. The ama circulates in the body and is deposited in areas where the body is weak. The patient suffering from arthritis or joint pain usually has weak digestion. A history of wind and constipation is generally found in these cases. People who overeat or eat too much fried food, sweets, meats and heavy foods, and have no or very little physical activity, can develop this problem.