Gridrasi (Lumbar Radiculopathy) - A Case Study

  • Annapurna K. Bhandge Post Graduate Scholar, Department of Kayachikitsa, Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya and Hospital, Hubballi, Karnataka, India.
  • Prashanth AS Principal & Professor, Department of Kayachikitsa, Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya and Hospital, Hubballi, Karnataka, India.
Keywords: Gridrasi, Vartaka, Lumbar Radiculopathy, Shamanaushadis, Case Report, Ayurveda

Abstract

Background: Gridrasi is one among the Vataja Nanatmaja vyadi’s, which is closely related with sciatica(lumbar radiculopathy) which is characterized by pain radiating along the sciatic nerve, which runs down one/both legs from lower back. The incidence of sciatica varying from 13% to 40%. The prevalence of sciatic varies considerably ranging from 3.8% in working population to 7.9% in non-working population. Aim and Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of Shamana Aushadi’s and Shodhana Chikitsa in Gridrasi. Materials and Methods: It is a single case study. A 31yr old female who was already diagnosed with herniation of L4-L5 and posterocentral protrusion of L3-L4 and L4-L5 discs. Shamana Aushadis followed by Panchakarma treatment like Valuka Sweda, Patra Pinda Sweda, Basti. Results: Symptomatic assessment of patient was carried out and satisfactory outcome was there and quality of life of patient was significantly improved. Conclusion: Procedure’s and Shamanaushadis were satisfactory results and symptomatic relief.

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CITATION
DOI: 10.21760/jaims.9.3.33
Published: 2024-05-07
How to Cite
Annapurna K. Bhandge, & Prashanth AS. (2024). Gridrasi (Lumbar Radiculopathy) - A Case Study . Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences, 9(3), 208 - 215. https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.9.3.33
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