Abstract

KAMPAVATA: A REVIEW OF ITS CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS AND AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVES

Dr. Indu Mundel*, Dr. Ravi Sharma and Dr. Devesh Jaiman

Abstract

Kampavata is a condition that is frequently observed in the elderly population these days. “Kampa” and “Vata” are combined to generate the phrase “Kampavata,” which refers to the involuntary trembling movements of a bodily part brought on by Vata. Kampa, Shosh, and Shaitya Vyapan are the defining characteristics of Kampavata. In Vatavyadhi, Kampavata is also referred to as Nanatmaj Vyadhi of Vata. Madhav Nidan and Bhaishajya Ratnavali both refer to Kampavata as a Vyadhi. Kampavata shares several clinical characteristics with Parkinson’s disease. Males and older adults are more likely to have Parkinson’s disease. In the globe, it is the second most prevalent neurodegenerative illness. This disease affects 10 million people. Parkinson’s disease neurodegeneration is caused by a decrease in dopamine levels. Postural instability, bradykinesia, rigidity, and tremors are its defining characteristics. In Allopathy it is managed with oral Dopamine support and emotional support. While Ayurveda treat Kampavata with Panchakarma and Shaman Vataghna medicines. So the present study deals with the systemic review of Kampavata and aim of the work is to review and highlight the effectiveness of different Ayurvedic interventions mentioned in Samhitas for the patients of Kampavata.

Keywords: Kampavata, Parkinson’s Disease, Ayurveda, Vatavyadhi.