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Osteoarthritis is a degenerative non-inflammatory joint disease that results in pain and restricted movement of affected joints. It is a condition causing the deterioration of the cartilage protecting cushion lining the ends of the bones where two bones meet to form a joint. Studies indicate that there is a gradual growth in OA prevalence from age 30, so that 65, 80% of people have radiographic OA data, but only 25-30% are symptomatic. It's a slow-moving degenerative disease. Potent analgesics and anti-inflammatory medications are present on the market which are at risk of causing adverse effects such as gastric erosion, hepatic and nephrotoxicity, etc. Even surgery has scientifically found to have a 10% failure rate in knee replacements. Contemporary research is limited to offering detailed, efficient management. Study in Ayurveda, therefore, has apparent potential in this condition. Osteoarthritis of the knee can be very linked to Sandhivata due to similarity in signs and symptoms. Sandhivata is one among the most common Vata Vyadhi. This Sandhivata is usually presented in Janusandhi, which is one of the most important weight bearing joints in the body. According to Ayurveda Snehana, Svedana, Dahana and Upanaha are the main care modalities in the management of Sandhivata, most of which are aimed at Brimhana. Janubasti is the procedures having Bramhana action where Sneha is allowed to stay for a stipulated duration in the affected joint. Patra Pinda Sweda is type of Sankara Sweda helps in pacifying of both Vata and Kapha. It also acts as Srothoshodhaka.