Abstract

VISHWACHI: AN AYURVEDIC INSIGHT INTO CERVICAL RADICULOPATHY - ACOMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

*Dr. Shalini Jha and *Dr. (Prof.) Satyendra Kumar Tiwari

Abstract

Vishwachi is an intricately defined Vata Vyadhi in Ayurveda, characterized by radiating pain, motor weakness, and sensory disturbances in the upper limbs. Modern medical science correlates this condition with cervical radiculopathy, often resulting from degenerative or compressive pathology in the cervical spine. As lifestyle-induced postural disorders rise, this disease has become more prevalent, especially in urban populations. This comprehensive review explores Vishwachi through the lens of classical Ayurvedic texts, correlates it with contemporary neurological paradigms, and presents integrative treatment strategies combining Panchakarma, Rasayana, and neuro-muscular rehabilitation. The article emphasizes Ayurveda's capability to manage chronic radicular pain conditions through doshic balance, neural nourishment, and systemic detoxification.

Keywords: Vishwachi, Cervical Radiculopathy, Vata Vyadhi, Ayurveda, Panchakarma, Rasayana, Neuro- rehabilitation.