A case study on Amavata (Rheumatoid Arthritis)

Abstract

Aama and Vata are the chief pathogenic factors responsible for the Aamavata. It is the disease of Madhyam Rogamarg. Asthi and Sandhi are the chief sites for the manifestation of cardinal symptoms such as Sandhishool, Sandhisotha, Sandhigraha. Based on clinical symptomatology it can be correlated with the disease “Rheumatoid Arthritis” in modern texts. Present case, female patient aged 48 years having history of pain and morning stiffness in multiple joints for one year, swelling in both hand and wrist joints for 2 months, Intermittent low-grade fever for 2 months was registered in our OPD. Complete history and clinical evaluation lead to the diagnosis of Aamavata. Considering the signs and symptoms, patient was treated on the line of Aamavata. Langhana, Deepana- Pachana, local Ruksha Swedana were done along with oral drugs for 30 days. Before starting the treatment, the grading was done on the basis of subjective criteria and after treatment, the grade was reduced. There was no side effect observed during and after the treatment. Therapy gives significant relief in symptoms of Aamavata.