AYURVEDA MANAGEMENT OF SCIATICA: A CASE REPORT

Abstract

One of the most prevalent conditions, low back pain affects between 70% and 80% of people. People of all ages, particularly middle age are impacted by low back discomfort. Sciatica is the most common cause of low back pain among the many possible causes. Sciatica is a disorder characterised by pain that radiates from the lower back down one or both legs along the sciatica nerve. The intensity of sciatica pain can occasionally interfere with a person's regular activities. Its features are similar to those of the Gridhrasi, according to Ayurvedic texts. In Gridhrasi, pain originates in the hip and extends to the Kati Prusta (back), Uru (thigh), Jaanu (knee), Jangha (calf), and Pada (foot). Depending on the Dosha involved, pain may also be accompanied by stiffness or heaviness. Here 34 years old female patient came with complaints of pain in hip region radiating to left leg, low back pain, difficulty in walking and daily activities also. We diagnosed it as Grudhrasi and treated with Ayurvedic oral medicines and panchakarma therapy gives results with complete relief from pain and patient able walk properly within 16 days.