Prof. (Dr) Raja Singla, Dr. Anjali
Vol. No. 21, Special Issue No 2 2026
Abstract:
Katigata Vata is a classical Ayurvedic term referring to a condition where the Vata dosha becomes vitiated (imbalanced) specifically in the Kati region (lumbar/lower back area). “Kati” means the lower back or lumbar region, and “Vata” refers to the biological humour responsible for movement and neurological functions. It occurs when aggravated Vata fills the “vacant channels” (void spaces) of the spine, leading to degenerative changes and impaired mobility. Anterolisthesis -It is a spinal condition where an upper vertebral body slips forward in relation to the vertebra immediately below it. As a type of spondylolisthesis, it most Commonly affects the lumbar spine (lower back), causing pain, nerve compression, and Stiffness. A male patient who is 59 years old, visited Shri Krishna Ayush University’s panchakarma department from Karnal for Medical help. He has been Experiencing health issues for the past 3-4 months. His symptoms include pain in lower Back, muscle weakness, radiating pain, numbness, or tingling that travels down the Buttocks and legs worse with bending, lifting, and prolonged standing.
DOI: http://doi.org/10.37648/ijrmst.v21i02.014
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