A CASE STUDY ON AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF AVABAHUKA

Avabahuka is identified as a disorder of the shoulder joint and is closely associated with frozen shoulder based on its characteristic signs and symptoms. Acharya Sushruta classified Avabahuka as a Vatavyadhi (a disease caused by Vata imbalance). Ayurveda offers various therapeutic approaches for its management. This article presents a case report highlighting the effectiveness of Prasarinyadi Kashaya and Karpasasthyadi Taila Nasya, as described in the Sahasrayoga text, in managing Avabahuka in routine clinical practice. The patient was treated with Prasarinyadi Kashaya and Karpasasthyadi Taila Nasya therapy & mild physical exercise yogasana. For assessment, the clinical symptoms of Avabahuka were evaluated based on Ansa Sandhi Shoola (shoulder joint pain), Ansa Sandhi Stabdhata (stiffness in the shoulder joint), and Bahu Praspandan Har (restricted arm movement). The severity of these symptoms was graded on a scale from 0 to 3. Gradual improvement was observed in the patients range of motion over time. The study suggests that Prasarinyadi Kashaya and Karpasasthyadi Taila Nasya, combined with yogasan, can be effective in alleviating the symptoms of Avabahuka, making it a promising therapeutic option.