Abstract

PROTOCOL BASED MANAGEMENT OF ARDHAVABHEDAKA W.S.R. TO MIGRAINE

*Dr. Pooja, Dr. Charu Supriya and Dr. Ankush Jagota

Abstract

Introdution: Ardhavabhedaka is mentioned under Shiroroga (Diseases of head) in Ayurvedic classics. It can be correlated with Migraine. The prevalence rate of the disease in India is 16-20% and the disease greatly affects the quality of life. WHO has ranked Migraine among the world’s most disabling medical illness. Modern medicines have failed to deliver satisfactory results for long term hence Ayurvedic approach is needed for uprooting the disease. Case Report: A female of age 51 years came in O.P.D. of Panchkarma, R.G.G.P.G. Ayu. College and Hospital, Paprola presented with chief complaints of severe headache since 15 years. Headache was associated with nausea and vomiting during attack. On going through brief history she was diagnosed with Ardhavabhedaka. She was treated with Dashmoola Taila Nasya for 7 days along with Ayurvedic medicines and lifestyle modifications. Results: There was significant improvement in signs and symptoms of the disease without any side effects.

Keywords: Ardhavabhedaka, Shiroroga, Nasya, Dashmoola taila.