Dr Prof Shripati Acharya G, Miss Rajeshwari S Acharya
Vol. 9, Jan-Jun 2020
Abstract:
Gridhrasi ( Sciatica syndrome) is a Vataja nanatmaja vyadhi seen commonly in modern India. Pain starting from low back region directed towards thighs , knee, ankle joint, and great toe is seen in this disease. According to Ayurveda it is of 2 types. 1) Vataja 2) Vata kaphaja. The patient is suffering from tandra( stupor ), Alasya( lethargy) and Gourava (heaviness )is said to be suffering from Vatakaphaja Gridhrasi. Ayurveda management has a positive role in Sciatica syndrome. It alleviates the signs and symptoms of this disease. Disc prolapse and nerve root compression are commonly seen in this disease. They are releived by this treatment. In this paper the role of Ayurveda management in gridhrasi is discussed elaboratively.