For how long was Amir Shakkar commanded to stay in the Chavadi, and what was the nature of Baba's 'medicine' for his rheumatism?

As narrated in Chapter 22, a stay of nine months in the Chavadi was ordained for Amir Shakkar. Baba's 'medicine' for his rheumatism was not a physical substance but was simply His powerful word. Baba gave him firm instructions to disregard the harsh conditions, saying, 'Wind, rain, or dampness, whether the place is high, low, or deep—do not weigh them.' Amir's cure was contingent on his faith. By accepting Baba's word as the true medicine and happily staying in the dreadful location, his internal faith triumphed over the contrary external conditions.