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Migraine is a type of Headache characterized by moderate to severe throbbing pain, generally associated with nausea, vomiting and light sensitivity. It can be correlated to Ardhavbhedaka, which according to the Ayurvedic science is caused by simultaneous vitiation of all the three Doshas viz. Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Motion sickness is also a common disorder wherein patient suffers from symptoms like nausea, vomiting, increased salivation, dizziness, upon getting triggered by certain movements. In this case study, a female patient of middle age group (Madhyam Avastha) suffering from long standing migraine and motion sickness since past 15 years (on and off), hampering her day to day activities, was administered with the treatment protocol as per Ayurveda resulting in significant relief to her symptoms. The treatment, planned according to her pulse diagnosis and clinical examination, was based on herbal supplements, Panchakarma (detoxification) in the form of Virechana, home remedies, Marmaa therapy, dietary and lifestyle modifications. The treatment was focused on removing the toxins (Aam) from the body with the help of detox (Virechana). This also resulted in alleviation of the vitiated Vata and Pitta Doshas and restoration of the Jatharagni (digestive fire). The treatment modality has been effective to reduce the episodes significantly.
ABSTRACT
Background: The objective of this study was to evaluate the role of Virechana (Arhtrox) followed by Kalbasti (14 in number), Knee dhara and Matrabastiin knee osteoarthritis patients.Methods: From OPD of Ayushakti Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd., 60 Patients suffering from knee Osteoarthritis (Janusandhigatavata) were selected randomly as per the inclusion and exclusion criteria. On the basis of specific criteria prepared. Group-I-(30 patients) received only Ayushakti herbs for Osteoarthritis, viz. Painmuktimj, Painmukti sandhical and Painmukti cream for LA Group-II-(30 patients) received Virechana (Arthrox), KalBastikrama (14 Bastis) and Knee dhara with oil followed by Matrabasti (60 ml) twice a week for 6 months along with Ayushakti herbs for Osteoarthritis. Each participant was in the study for 6 months. The entire study duration was 12 months.Result: About 87 patients were enrolled in the study of which 60 completed the study, 27 patients were drop out of the study, at the different stages of project mainly due to poor follow up. Significant reduction in pain was observed in Groups I and II as compared to the baseline (p <0.001) Pain scale (p <0.001).Conclusion: In this study, good relief was offered in knee joint pain, stiffness and mobility, and daily activities like standing, walking, and climbing. Painmukti mj, Painmukti cream and Painmukti Sandhical tablets are Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic but their efficacy can be increased with Virechana.