Abstract

EVALUATION OF COMBINED EFFICACY OF NIRGUNDI PATRA PINDA SWEDANA, GREEVA BASTI AND MATRA BASTI IN THE MANAGEMENT OF CERVICAL SPONDYLOSIS: A CASE REPORT

Achala R. Kumawat* and Gopesh Mangal

Abstract

Cervical Spondylosis is a condition in which there is deterioration of the vertebrae, discs and ligament in the neck or cervical spine, also known as Arthritis of neck, cervical osteoarthritis, or degenerative osteoarthritis. Apart from age, other risk factors for cervical spondylosis include occupations that may cause more stress on neck, certain neck injuries, incorrect posture while sitting or walking, smoking, sedentary lifestyle and genetic factors. A diagnosed case of Cervical spondylosis since eight years, presenting with Pain in cervical region radiating into right upper limb, low back pain, disturbed sleep, irritating behaviour was managed with Nirgundi Patrapinda swedana, Greeva Basti and Matra Basti for a period of 14 days. The Patient was assessed on Subjective as well as Objective parameters before and after treatment. There was appreciable relief in Pain, stiffness and associated complaints after 14 days. Thus it can be concluded that Nirgundi Patra Pinda Swedana, Greeva Basti and Matra Basti in combination provide considerable relief in the management of Cervical Spondylosis.

Keywords: Cervical Osteoarthritis, Cervical Spondylosis, Degenerative Osteoarthritis, Greeva Basti, Matra Basti, Nirgundi patra Pinda Swedana.