Muscle, Bone and Joint (earlier named Arthritis)

1. Anguli Shakti Vikasaka 2. Kara Tala Shakti Vikasaka Meaning Anguli Shakti Vikasaka (strengthening the fingers) Kara Tala Shakti Vikasaka (strengthening the palms) Benefits of moving the hands 1. Loosens the joints 2. Improves blood circulation to the joints 3. Helps release tension of joints when they are moved gently 4. Reduces stiffness and rigidity 5. Helps relieve pain in fingers and wrists. Strengthens them. Precaution As a beginner, try these practices for 30 seconds. After practising…

Different types of arthritis Osteoarthritis (OA) OA is the most common type of arthritis. It involves wear and tear damage to your joint's cartilage — the hard, slick coating on the ends of bones. This wear and tear can occur over many years, or it can be hastened by a joint injury or infection. It appears most frequently appears in the weight-bearing joints like hips, knees and hands. Commonly seen in old age.                  Rheumatoid arthritis…

Chennai-based R. Radha did not let rheumatoid arthritis (or negative comments) stop her from leading a full life as a wife, mother and grandmother. Here, she talks about the treatments, therapies and determination that helps her fight her condition. My struggle with rheumatoid arthritis started when I was 22 years old. It was November 1956. Every day I used to wake up early in the morning to make coffee. But that morning, my entire body, especially the joints in my…