Description

About

Upanaha Choornam is a traditional Ayurvedic herbal powder used primarily for external application as a poultice (Upanaha) to relieve pain, swelling, and inflammation in joints and muscles.

The term Upanaha refers to a warm herbal paste application that soothes Vata and Kapha disorders — especially conditions like arthritis, joint stiffness, muscular pain, and sprains. The choornam is usually mixed with warm liquids like castor oil, milk, or vinegar, made into a paste, and applied over the affected area.

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Uses

• Rheumatoid arthritis (Amavata)

• Osteoarthritis (Sandhigata Vata)

• Joint stiffness and swelling

• Muscular pain and inflammation

• Sciatica and back pain

• Sprains and injuries

• Gout and localized pain

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Benefits

• Reduces pain and inflammation effectively

• Relieves stiffness and improves joint mobility

• Enhances blood circulation in the affected area

• Balances Vata and Kapha doshas

•  Promotes faster recovery from muscle strain and swelling

•  Provides natural heat therapy that penetrates deep tissues

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Different Names in Different Languages

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Dosage & Administration

• Form of use: External application (not for internal use)

• Preparation: Mix the choornam with warm castor oil, vinegar, or milk to form a paste.

• Application: Apply the warm paste over the affected joint or muscle area, cover with a cloth or bandage, and leave for 2–3 hours or as directed.

• Frequency: Once or twice daily, depending on the condition.

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Precautions

• For external use only — not to be ingested.

• Avoid application over open wounds or skin infections.

• Perform a patch test before first use to check for skin sensitivity.

• Not recommended during fever, severe inflammation, or acute infection.

• Use under the supervision of a qualified Ayurvedic physician.

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Key Ingredients (Common Formulation)

(Ingredients may vary slightly depending on regional Ayurvedic formulations.)