AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF GRIDHRASI WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO SCIATICA -A CASE REPORT

Abstract

The disease Gridhrasi is commonly seen in society as a prominent problem which is caused by a herniated disc or disc compression of the lumbosacral disc, which puts pressure on the sciatica nerve and causes radiating pain from the lower back to the foot. Gridhrasi is one of the Vataja Nanatmaja vyadhi caused by aggravated Vata Dosha, closely resembling sciatica. It is characterized by pain starting from the buttock, then radiating to the lower back, whole back, thigh, knee, calf, and foot. The present case study was undertaken to determine the efficacy of Ayurveda management of Gridhrasi in its early stages. Case Study: A female patient of age 47 years complaining of severe pain in the lower back region, which has been radiating to the right leg (back) for 3 years. She was examined thoroughly, and a detailed history was recorded. She was treated with Siravedha. Agnikarma, Anuvasana Basti with Sahacharadi Taila and Shamanaushadhi.