Dr. Shakshi Kangotra
Vol. No. 21, Special Issue No 2 2026
Abstract:
Background: Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is a chronic psychiatric condition characterized by excessive worry, autonomic hyperactivity, and sleep disturbance. Ayurveda describes similar manifestations under Chittodvega.
Objective: To evaluate clinical, sleep-related, autonomic, and biochemical effects of Shirodhara with Brahmi Taila along with Brahmi Vati in a patient of GAD.
Materials & Methods: A 25-year-old female diagnosed with GAD received Shirodhara with Brahmi Taila for 14 days along with Brahmi Vati. Assessment tools included HAM-A, PSQI, HRV, and serum cortisol. Follow-up was done after 1 month.
Results: Significant reductions were observed in HAM-A (26 to 8), PSQI (14 to 4), and Serum Cortisol (18 µg/dL to 10 µg/dL), with sustained Heart Rate Variability (HRV) improvement.
Conclusion: Combined therapy showed sustained improvement in anxiety, sleep quality, and stress biomarkers without adverse effects
DOI: http://doi.org/10.37648/ijrmst.v21i02.010
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