Ayurvedic Management of Kampavata With Special Reference to Parkinson's Disease. A Case Study

Background: Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder marked by motor symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, bradykinesia, and postural instability. In Ayurveda, it can be correlated with Kampavata, a Vatadominant disorder characterized by involuntary movements and rigidity. A single case study was cond Method: ucted on a 62-year-old female patient diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson's disease, managed through Ayurvedic interventions including Snehana, Swedana for 5 days, Ksheer Basti of Kapikacchu (Mucuna pruriens), Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Bala (Sida cordifolia), and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)for 8 days and Nasya with Brahmi Taila (Bacopa monnieri) for 7 days. The patient underwent a 20 day treatment regimen with observation and follow up of 10days. Marked improvement was noted in motor symptoms, gait stability, and quality of life, Result: as measured by the Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS) and clinical observation. Ashtavidha pariksha (eight-fold examination) shows improvement according to Ayurvedic perspective as well. Ayurvedic therapies, particularly Conclusion: Ksheer Basti and Nasya, demonstrated beneficial effects in the management of Parkinson's disease, emphasizing the relevance of Kampavata concept in clinical practice.