Mahanarayana Thailam

BASIC INFO

Mahanarayana Thailam

Mahanarayana Thailam is an Ayurvedic medicated oil that can help nourish nerves and muscle while also helping restore Vata balance. When a person has joint and muscle problems there can be difficulty in performing daily tasks because of restricted movement. Mahanarayana Thailam contains naturally occurring ingredients known to help ease stiffness, inflammation and pain that is characterised by Vata problems such as arthritic disorders. 

Benefits

The Mahanarayana Thailam is composed of herbs that are accepted as per the ancient texts to give both joint nourishment as well as muscle nourishment and strengthening. Neuromuscular disorders are classified as Vata problems in Ayurveda. Mahanarayana Thailam restores the Vata balance in order to treat these disorders usually characterised by inflammation, swelling and pain in the joints. The joint nourishment provided by the herbal ingredients in this oil reduces the inflammation and helps to restore mobility.  It is prepared with a base of Sesame oil that is well known for its properties of strengthening and easy absorption deep into the tissues. 

Ingredients

Bilva (Aegle marmelos)

• The Bael or Bilva tree

• It balances all the three Doshas

• By balancing Pitta Dosha it relieves ulcers, inflammations and Pitta related fevers in Ayurvedic medicine.

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)

• It has excellent anti-anxiety and anti-stress properties

• Reduces the effects of tiredness and fatigue

Brahati (Solanum indicum)

• It is an Ayurvedic anti-inflammatory herb

Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris)

• Promotes ovulation and is useful in treating erectile dysfunction

• Diuretic restores the fluid balance in the body

• Boosts energy and vitality

• Helps in glucose intolerance and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)

Syonaka (Oroxylum indicum)

• This herb has anti-inflammatory and pain relief properties which makes it good for joint nourishment

Bala (Sida cordifolia) 

• This herb strengthens the bones.

• It is useful in Ayurveda for its properties of being an antioxidant, antiviral, antirheumatic, hypoglycaemic, diuretic, analgesic, antipyretic, immunoenhancing, hepatoprotective and useful in neuromuscular and neurodegenerative disorders. 

• It treats Vata Dosha disorders

Paribhadra (Erythrina indica)

• Balances Kapha and Vata Doshas

• Relieves inflammation and swelling

• Is used as an antiseptic in Ayurveda and is used in Ayurvedic formulations for topical application on non-healing wounds

Kantakari (Solanum surattense)

• It is used in traditional medicine as an antitumorigenic, hepatoprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and antipyretic.

Raktapunarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa)

• This herb in Ayurveda has multiple benefits including anti-inflammation, anti-stress and pain relief.

Atibala (Abutilon indicum)

• Is used in Ayurveda for its aphrodisiac and body strengthening properties. 

• It is used in traditional medicine to improve immunity, treat recurring fever, bleeding problems, injuries, skin problems, intestinal worms, ulcers, jaundice, liver problems, gonorrhoea and bladder problems. 

• Its properties as per Ayurveda are diuretic, analgesic, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, laxative, demulcent and sedative.

• It balances the Vata and Pitta Doshas

• It is said to be similar in properties to the herb Bala- Sida cordiflora

Agnimantha (Premna integrifolia)

• It has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties as per traditional medicine

• It is used in the treatment of Vata disorders

Prasaarani (Paderia Foetida)

• This a herb that is characterised by its foul smell

• Its leaves and roots are used in many Ayurvedic medicines

• It is used in traditional medicine for its anti-oxidant, anti-hyperglycemic, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-helminthic properties

Patala (Stereospermum suaveolens)

• It has diuretic, cardiac tonic and anti-inflammatory properties

• It balances the three doshas

• It is useful in blood-related problems

Tila Thaila (Sesamum indicum)

• Sesame oil

• Warm in nature

• Pacifies Kapha and Vata Doshas

• Is used in Ayurveda to treat neuromuscular disorders. It is strengthening and gets well absorbed by the tissues

Dugdha (Cow’s Milk)

• Gives strength and is a rejuvenator

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)

• It is called the queen of herbs

• It is a fertility enhancer and is used as a traditional medicine tonic for the female reproductive system

• It is useful in Ayurveda as a nutritive tonic, diuretic, laxative, antitumor, aphrodisiac, rejuvenating, antacid, antispasmodic, antioxidant, demulcent, galactagogue, anti-microbial, anti-depressant, adaptogenic and immunomodulator

Rasna (Alpinia officinarum)

• This herb is used in traditional Ayurveda as an immunomodulator, anti-diabetic, anti-oxidant, anti-microbial, diuretic, and anti-ulcerative

• It is used in traditional medicine to treat joint pain, digestive problems, respiratory problems and as a blood purifier

• It stimulates the digestive fire and pacifies the vitiated Vata Dosha

• It should not be used without medical supervision

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)

• It has excellent anti-anxiety and anti-stress properties

• Reduces the effects of tiredness and fatigue

Dosage

This medicated oil is to be used externally under the instructions of an Ayurvedic doctor. 

Muscle And Joint Problems - Ayurvedic Perspective

All movement of the body is due to Vata or Prana which is the life force. The nervous system controls the Prana. In Ayurveda, the Prana is not in the head but in the lumbosacral region of the body. Vata disorders or Vata Vyadhi causes problems with movement in the body. This can be in the form of bone, muscle or joint problems or a combination of them. They limit movement by causing either weakness or rigidity in the affected body part. 

Rheumatoid Arthritis is referred to as Amavata in Ayurveda. Ama is the metabolic waste that is toxic. It is formed when the digestive process is not efficient or proper. This causes the formation of Ama that over time becomes the more dangerous Amavisha. This penetrates the joints causing these problems. So, treatment for Vata disorders aims to restore the Vata balance through medication, diet, habits and proper digestion. External Panchkarma treatments, as well as exercises, restore movement and strength. Application of medicated oils such as the Mahanarayana Thailam helps to detoxify and reduce the inflammation and pain. 

Muscle And Joint Problems – An overview

Problems such as arthritis are an abnormal immune reaction to the body’s own tissues and thereby causing inflammation and pain. Overuse, misuse and injuries to the joints or muscles also cause problems. Anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs help to ease the pain and stiffness. Degenerative diseases are managed symptomatically. The drugs used are NSAIDs, biologic agents, steroids and Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). It is also recommended that the patient lose weight, maintain a balanced diet and have physical therapy to ease movement. Any topical application of medication to the joints is usually anti-inflammatory as well as analgesic.