Arthritis Yoga-Pranayama : A Fusion Therapy

About the Author "With superb local remedies at the backyard; why reach the west for medicines loaded with side effects" says the author whose service is with no monetary motive. Shri T.K.Jagannathan is a post graduate engineer retired as a corporate executive in 2000 at the age of 58.

He then undertook a course on Vedanta in Shivananda ashram at Rishikesh with yoga also a part of it. During his stay at Rishikesh he sought the help of some sadhu, exponents in the art of fusion of Yoga and Pranayama and learnt some specific therapeutic aspects.

He teaches Pranayama, fusion of Yoga and Pranayama in Bangalore and Canada during annual visits to Canada at the Chinmaya mission Ottawa, and some other parts of North America.

Apart from the above he has to his credit the following:

Translated Sant Purandara Dasa's devotional songs from Kannada to Tamil, Saint Thyagaraja's devotional songs from Telugu to Tamil. "Sri Ganesh" published by Pustak Mahal on The Philosophy of Lord Ganesh in print and E Version is available.

He is also translating SAKSI's Veda books written by Dr. R. L. Kashyap from English to Tamil.

He was the Editor of the magazine "The Seniors Post" of the Federation of the Senior citizens Forums of Karnataka in which he is also a permanent executive committee member.

Foreword Osteoarthritis of knee is the price we humans have to pay for standing on our own legs!

Arthritis is a disease of bone and joint but aggravated by erroneous lifestyle and abuse of joints.

Shri T. K. Jagannathan is my yoga guru and I do not hesitate to call him a "yogic scientist". In my 17 years of medical practice, arthritis is one of the most difficult conditions to manage as it is multi-dimensional and highly dependent on patient compliance.

It is my privilege and honor to write foreword to such an informative, practically executable and truly fusion (yoga-pranayama) therapy book.

First half of the book provides a brief background about arthritis, types, causes, symptoms and different treatment options. Importance of diet, body weight, home remedies and nutritional supplements are highlighted very well. "Warning signs" in chapter 2 reflects the vast experience and in-depth knowledge of the author. Role of prevention is highlighted well.

Last two chapters provide step by step details of the asanas coupled with pranayama for maximal benefit.

Even though the treatment options for arthritis are limited, yoga with pranayama provides a great benefit in a highly cost effective manner. My mother 70 years old was suffering from knee pain, backache and disturbed sleep. Recently she started yoga and pranayama and within 2 weeks she was able to feel the difference. With 2 months of practice she could climb stairs without much discomfort and most important for her was to have an undisturbed sleep which has made a huge difference in her as well as our life.

I hope this book reaches all those people in need, enable them to experience the benefits of this fusion therapy and enjoy this beautiful life!

I sincerely congratulate Shri Jagannathan for presenting this book and SAKSHI for publishing this book.

Book's Contents and Sample Pages