Shlashaka Kapha

Question 0

What is the primary site of shleshaka kapha?

Answer 0

Joints

Question 1

What is the governing element of shleshaka kapha?

Answer 1

Earth

Question 2

What are the primary functions of shleshaka kapha?

Answer 2

Lubricates joints (synovial fluid)
Nourishes bones

Question 3

What are the primary qualities of shleshaka kapha?

Answer 3

Thick
Sticky
Liquid
Oily
Slimy

Question 4

What is the function of shleshaka kapha in the joints?

Answer 4

Lubricates the joint

Nourishes the articular (joint) surfaces and cartilages to promote easy movement

Question 5

What function does shleshaka kapha serve in the skeletal system and ligaments?

Answer 5

Supports the skeletal system

Strengthens the ligaments

Question 6

If shleshaka kapha looses its unctuous and liquid qualities what are the symptoms and results?

What other dosha is likely to enter under these conditions?

Answer 6

Joint nourishment ceases
Cracking and popping joints
Kapha molecule dry up allowing vāta to enter with its rough qualities. Crystals of calcium accumulate in the joints causing pain and stiffness

Question 7

Disorders of shleshaka kapha include?

Answer 7

Degenerative arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis

Question 8

What types of excersize can be stressful to the joints?

What types of excersize are beneficial?

Answer 8

Jogging
Vigorous exercise

Yoga
Water aerobics
Tai chi
Walking

Question 9

How long should a person exercise?

Answer 9

To half their capacity, when sweat comes to the forehead, underarms, and along the spine