Abstract

Dr. Prachi Sharma* and Dr. Nitin Sharma

ABSTRACT

Down syndrome is a complex genetic disorder caused when abnormal cell division results in trisomy of chromosome 21. It is usually associated with physical growth delays, mild to moderate Intellectual disability and characteristic facial features. Around 1 in 800 to 1000 children are born with Down syndrome. Its occurrence is affected by age of mother and other different factors.[1] In Ayurveda, Down syndrome can be occurs due to Vata dosha and Beeja dosha abnormality. This case study deals with Ayurvedic management of Down syndrome. Patient showed impressive improvement in presenting symptoms. Aim: To study role of ayurveda in down syndrome. Material and Method: A child 2 year old with symptoms of dribling of saliva, delayed growth, inattentive behavior associated with delayed speech brought by her mother. The case was treated with abhyanga, Shirodhara, matrabasti ayurvedic drugs with physiotherapy is carried out. Observations And Results: Patient showed considerable improvement of presenting symptoms as Without sitting with support achieved, Supportive standing and walking, Supportive crawling, Can speak bisyllabus words. Conclusion: Case study reveals Ayurvedic treatment has positive effects on child improvement.