Abstract

EFFECT OF PANCHKARMA AND PANCHATIKTA GHRUT GUGGUL IN KATIGAT VATA W.S.R. TO LUMBAR SPONDYLOSIS – A CASE STUDY

Dr. Kiran Avadhut Chaudhari* and Dr. Sadanand V. Deshpande

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Abstract

Low back pain has become one of the most common ailments in today’s world, affecting both men and women equally. The primary causes of this condition include our hectic lifestyles, increased stress levels, and poor dietary habits. A large portion of the global population experiences this pain due to the physically demanding nature of their work, often neglecting the issue until it becomes a chronic condition that may lead to permanent, untreatable deformities. The causative factors of low back pain, such as improper diet, mental stress, and unhealthy daily routines, closely resemble the causes of Vata Vyadhi as described in Ayurveda. Therefore, the management of this condition aligns with the treatments recommended for disorders caused by aggravated Vata. The primary symptoms of Katigat Vata include radiating pain to the leg, stiffness, and tingling sensation which need specific therapeutic approaches to address effectively. In modern science it can be correlated with Lumbar Spondylosis is a degenerative disorder of Vertebral column, and describes the anterior displacement of a vertebra Or the vertebral column in relation to the vertebrae below. It occurs most Often in the lumbar spine and produces symptoms such as Low back pain, Painful Lumbar movement, Stiffness in lumbar region, Tingling numbness And weakness in Lower limb. In our treatment regimen externally Kati kati Basti and internally Panchtikta Ghrut Guggul and Matra Basti with Ksheera Bala Tail were given. During this procedure different parameters are assessed before and after treatment there is significant relief in previous complaints.

Keywords: Katigat vata, Lumbor spondylosis, kati Basti, Matra Basti, Panchatikta Ghrut Guggul.