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contains Mogra , Kewda ( Pandanus odoratissimus ), Jatamansi and some other essential oils in base oils of Brahmi , Amla ( Emblica officinalis ), and black seed sesame . I asked her to again apply muscle-ease on all her joints , her feet and her navel .
In Ayurveda we have a dictum : take special care of the head , feet and ears , and applying oils to the feet at night keeps disease away from the body , just as snakes stay away from eagles .
I recommended Anu taila , a generic Ayurveda herbal oil decoction administered through the nose , two drops morning and night . It is thought to go through the blood brain barrier , balancing the vata disturbance in the brain , and balancing the autonomous nervous system . In Ayurveda we say this is like an intravenous drip - far more potent than taking medication through the mouth .
I was mindful that my client was working full-time and I didn ’ t want to impose too much on her . A formula of herbs by prof Dr P . H . Kulkarni containing Brahmi , Jatamansi , Ashwagandha , Bringaraj ( Eclipta alba ), Shankapushpi ( Convolvuluspluricaulis ), Guduchi ( Tinospora cordifolia ) was also to be taken morning and night .
Other prescriptions were : an Arthaayush formula of Late Prof Dr P H Kulkarni which contains Ashwagandha , Nirgundi ( Vitex negundo ), Shunti ( Zingiber officinale ) and a few other herbs to help with her arthritic condition ; Triphala ( a generic Ayurveda formula of three berries : Amalaki ( Emblica officinalis ), Bibhitaki ( Terminalia bellirica ) and Haritaki ( Terminalia chebula ), which was given to detoxify the patient ’ s liver and help with regular bowel movement , along with ghee , as she was very dry .
Shatavari kalpa was also prescribed . Shatavari is the very gentle herb Asparagus racemose , combined with saffron , cardamom and raw sugar . This helps with hyper-acidity , is a great tonic , hormone balancer , tissue nourisher , and is great for anxiety and depression . I also prescribed Rasaprash , which is a generic Ayurveda tonic commonly known as Chyvanprash : - just half a teaspoon morning and evening together with Shatavari kalpa in milk , which would cool down the warmth of the Rasaprash , creating a synergy .
Bowen therapy was carried out once a week regularly . In Ayurveda we would have performed Marma massage and Shirodhara ( pouring of oil on forehead ) but Bowen had a similar impact on the patient , and included gentle rolling movements that are said to work on a cellular level . We leave the body after every rolling move for a minimum 2 minutes , to give it time to assimilate .
This was a 2-month protocol . We changed the aromatic blend during that period with the inclusion of Mogra and Saffron ( Crocus sativus ), as saffron is great for strengthening the womb , and Kewda , Sandalwood and Davana ( Artemisia pallens ) to strengthen the reproductive system .
Patient outcomes
A remarkable change was noticed in this frail lady who looked her age now , was vibrant , more confident and calm , and looked hydrated , with no symptoms of her rheumatoid arthritis .
Her periods regularised with a combination of the herbs , oils and Bowen therapy which has special protocols for the pelvic region by addressing a few marmas in that region , and also works on the coccyx . We have noticed over the years the Bowen coccyx procedure apparently balances the Aparna vayu amazingly well , as well as the digestive and the reproductive systems . Professor Kulkarni calls Bowen therapy marma chikitsa as it truly works through the marmas , while also balancing the chakras , Nadis , the Panch Mahabhootas and the Doshas .
The patient ’ s motions became regular and normal , and her pulse showed strength and balance .
We performed the Bowen conception protocol just once while continuing the above Ayurveda formulas and oil applications and the patient conceived soon after , while I was away in India , and on my return she came with a box of sweets to give me the good news . She reported that her rheumatoid arthritic condition was no more and even after a few months of the birth of her little boy she looked healthy and radiant as she followed the daily regime .
She continued with the Shatavari Kalpa as it is an excellent galactagogue , and very beneficial , as mentioned earlier , for postnatal anxiety , hyperacidity and hormonal balance .
Conclusion
Many patients have been treated in our clinic for autoimmune disorders and we have had a lot of success with conception , as described in the case above , even with those who have had several IVF failures and those who have anxiety and depression .
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