Avarana - The Ayurvedic perspective on understanding and managing Neuromuscular Disorders

Abstract

In Ayurveda, Avarana refers to the pathological obstruction of the normal functioning of Vata Dosha due to the covering or enveloping by other Doshas, Dhatus, or Malas. Neuromuscular disorders, characterized by impaired nerve and muscle function, can be understood through the lens of Avarana, where Vata is obstructed by pathological factors, leading to disruptions in sensory, motor, and autonomic functions. Dhatu Avritta Lakshana are observed in Neuromuscular Disorders because of the simultaneous manifestation of several Avaranas caused by the participation of Tridosha's and Ten Dushya's. Vyana Vata's Margavarana makes it unable to provide Dhatus the right nourishment. Dhatukshya results from this situation if it lasts for an extended period of time. Bala and Sneha are given to the body by Mamsa. Because this Sneha Karma is absent in Neuromuscular Disorders patients, their Bala is diminished, and later on, motor symptoms such as Kevala Vata Vikara (Stambha, Kampa, Sosha, etc.) may appear.