Efficacy of Āyurvedictreatment using Pa�cakarma combined with balance exercises for disability and balance in progressive supranuclear palsy

Abstract

A 55-year-old female presented at Department of Pañcakarma with diagnosis of progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP). For assessing disability, progressive supranuclear palsy rating scale (PSPRS) was used and balance was assessed by using Tetrax Interactive Balance System (IBS) posturography. Āyurvedic treatment was given along with Pañcakarma and balance exercises for 3 months. As part of Āyurvedic treatment, first Virecana karma was done with classical method and then Mātrā basti, Śirobasti, and other palliative treatment was given for 3 months. Amanatidine was not continued during Virecana karma but started thereafter. On comparison with pre-intervention scores, there was a significant improvement in the patient post-treatment. The features which mainly showed improvement were: Eye movements, spontaneous episodes of laughing, dysphagia, dysarthria, double vision, and neck rigidity. Balance showed significant improvement and there was a remarkable decrease in the postural sway. This case study may present new possibilities for treatment of neurodegenerative diseases by Āyurveda.

An integrated therapy approach for the management of obesity-associated disorders: A case report

“…Also, Ayurvedic treatments for obesity[13] and rheumatic disorders[14] have shown promising results in the past research studies. [15] Therefore, the patient was given Ayurvedic treatment, i.e. panchakarma and yoga therapy, which was found to be beneficial in improving overall physical and psychological well-being of the patient.…”