Health News: Pain is a warning signal from the body, and it's important to treat its root cause rather than suppress it. Ayurveda and Painanil Gold offer a path to long-term health, not pain.

Patanjali's Ayurvedic treatment for the root cause of pain

Health News: Pain is an experience that is an integral part of human life. There's hardly anyone who hasn't experienced pain at some point in their lives. Sometimes it's momentary, and sometimes it can impact our bodies and minds for years. Modern lifestyles, hectic lifestyles, stress, unhealthy eating habits, and physical inactivity have made pain a common problem. But is pain truly "normal," or is it a serious warning signal from our bodies that we're ignoring?

According to medical science, there are two main types of pain. The first is pain that occurs suddenly, such as from a stubbed finger, a fall, being hit by a heavy object, or an accident. This is called acute pain. It is intense but usually short-lived. The second type is pain that persists for a long time. It gradually becomes a part of life, and the person becomes accustomed to it. This is called chronic pain. This pain is a sign of an underlying problem, such as bone wear, nerve compression, a slipped disc, or joint problems. In Ayurveda, such pain is often associated with Vata dosha.

A warning signal from the body or an alarm suppressed by drugs?

Chronic pain has become a serious public health problem in a vast country like India. An estimated 180 million people suffer from some form of chronic pain. Arthritis, back pain, knee pain, cervical pain, and neuropathic pain all impact not only a person's physical abilities but also their mental health and social life.

The sensation of pain is a complex and remarkable biological process. Our bodies contain specific receptors called nociceptors. These receptors detect inflammation, pressure, or damage in specific areas of the body. When this information reaches the brain through the nervous system, we experience pain. In other words, pain is our body's alarm system, telling us that something is wrong. But the problem begins when we try to silence this alarm instead of understanding it. The easiest and most common way to relieve pain today is painkillers. Whether it's a mild headache, a stiff joint, or a back strain, we immediately reach for a pill. These medications provide quick relief, but do they actually make us healthier?

Advantages and disadvantages of painkillers

In modern allopathic medicine, painkillers are broadly classified into three categories. The most common are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, commonly known as NSAIDs. Drugs like diclofenac, ibuprofen, aspirin, and naproxen fall into this category. These drugs provide pain relief by reducing inflammation, but long-term use can lead to stomach problems, gastric ulcers, liver and kidney damage, heart disease, and respiratory complications.

Steroids also fall into this category, which are highly effective but equally dangerous. Long-term use of steroids weakens the body's immune system, increases the risk of infection, and can cause hormonal imbalances. Another major class of painkillers is analgesics, which include opioids. These drugs are made from opium and are used to treat severe pain. They provide rapid pain relief, but are highly addictive. Long-term use can lead not only to physical dependence but also to mental imbalance.

The need is not to suppress the pain, but to eliminate the cause.

The third category is adjuvant drugs, which include anti-convulsants and anti-depressants. Drugs like gabapentin and pregabalin are prescribed for nerve pain. These drugs block pain signals from reaching the brain, reducing the perception of pain. However, the underlying cause of the pain remains, along with side effects like extreme fatigue, memory loss, dizziness, difficulty breathing, and confusion. The biggest problem with all these drugs is that they don't cure the pain, but only suppress the sensation. As soon as the effect of the drug wears off, the pain returns. The person has to take the drug again, and the body gradually becomes addicted to it. As a result, a vicious cycle of pain, medication, temporary relief, and then pain again is created.

The increasing prevalence of counterfeit and adulterated medicines on the market has further exacerbated the situation. Often, the active ingredient in medicines is low, which does not provide the desired relief, forcing the patient to increase the dosage. This further increases the side effects on the body. When these limitations of modern medicine become apparent to us, our attention naturally turns to Ayurveda. Ayurveda considers pain not merely a symptom but the result of an imbalance of the body's doshas. Therefore, the aim of Ayurvedic medicine is not to suppress pain, but to balance its root cause.

Ayurvedic solution to the root cause of pain

Patanjali scientists developed Pedanil Gold using this holistic approach. It is a medicine that works on almost all the biological pathways involved in pain. Modern research has found that this medicine controls the same processes that allopathic painkillers affect, but without any serious side effects. Scientific studies have shown that inflammation is a major cause of pain. When there is inflammation in the body, it puts pressure on the surrounding nerves and generates pain signals. Pedanil Gold balances these key biological markers associated with inflammation. Its effects have been found to be similar to steroids, but without harming the immune system.

In diseases like arthritis, where the cartilage between bones wears away, Painanil Gold not only provides pain relief but also helps rebuild cartilage. This is a very important finding, as it is generally believed that once cartilage is destroyed, it cannot be rebuilt. This drug has also been found to be significantly effective in treating pain caused by nerve compression, such as a slipped disc or sciatica. It helps control pain signals and effectively restore nerve health.

Relief from balance, not pills

Most importantly, Painanil Gold's effects aren't limited to the body; they also work at the brain level. Long-term use of painkillers can impact brain function, but Painanil Gold has shown positive results in balancing gene expression associated with pain.

Studies conducted to assess long-term safety have shown that this medicine, when taken in the prescribed dosage, with the correct method, and with the correct anupana, has no negative effects on the liver, kidneys, brain, or any other major organ. Today, as we clearly see the adverse effects of painkillers, it is essential to reconsider our medical practices. It is wise to prioritize long-term health over quick relief. Ayurveda's Whole Person Medicine approach, which views the body, mind, and biological system as a holistic entity, has become the need of the hour.

The path to freedom from pain lies not in pills alone, but in understanding, balance, and holistic healing. When medical science and Ayurvedic wisdom come together, health becomes not just about healing, but about improving the quality of life.