Abstract

Dr. Ajay Kumar Gupta*, Dr. Padma Lochan Sankhua, Dr. Jyoti Mishra and Dr. Ajay Kumar

ABSTRACT

Ayurveda is the oldest holistic Indian medical system, founded on the principles of Pancha Mahabhuta, Doshas, Dhatu, Mala, Srotas, and Agni. All of these aspects must function properly, as health and wellness are dependent on a delicate balance of the mind, body, and spirit. Avabahuka is a condition that usually affects the shoulder joint (Amsa sandhi). Amsa Shosha (shoulder wasting) is the disease's early stage, characterized by the loss or dryness of Sleshaka Kapha caused by Vata Dosha. Nasya is one of the key techniques of classical Panchakarma therapy listed in the classics for treating Avabahuka. A case of Avabahuka (complaints of severe pain and stiffness over the back of the neck combined with restricted movement of the right hand) was treated for two months by a private orthopaedic surgeon with no significant relief before being treated with Ayurvedic medicine. The Ayurvedic treatment protocol includes Nasya with Karpasasthyadi Taila and Dashmoolyadi kwatha pana for 27 days. After 27 days of treatment, patients reported significant clinical improvement in their quality of life.