ROLE OF MARMA CHIKITSA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF KAMPVATA (PARKINSONISM) – A SINGLE CASE STUDY
Dr. Mahima Asthana*, Dr. Rita Marwaha, Dr. Pankaj Gupta, Dr. Nisha Bhalerao and Dr. Shiba Datta Panda
ABSTRACT
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder that affects the nervous system. In this disease motor system of the body is affected. Symptoms start slowly, with tremors in one hand. It is characterized by resting tremors, slowness of movements, rigidity, gait disturbances and postural instability. It is correlated with Kampa Vata in Ayurveda. Kampa Vata is included under Nanatmaja Vata Vyadhi. Here, a case of 70-year-old male patient presented with tremors in both hands and neck, unable to walk without support since 5 years. Patient was treated with Marma Chikitsa for 90 days. twice or thrice a day. The patient got remarkable relief in symptoms with above Marma Chikitsa.
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