AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT IN SUPRASPINATUS & INFRASPINATUS TENDINOSIS WITH TEAR- A CASE REPORT

Supraspinatus tendinosis, a common cause of painful shoulder dysfunction, is characterised by inflammation of the supraspinatus tendon leading to pain, restricted movements, and impaired daily activities. Conventional management often includes analgesics, anti-inflammatory drugs, local injections, or physiotherapy also Modern medical science recommends operative reconstructive surgery for this, but the outcome of surgery often lead to restriction of movements. This case report presents the Ayurvedic management of a patient diagnosed with supraspinatus tendonitis confirmed by clinical and imaging findings. Treatment included oral Ayurvedic formulations, local therapies (Abhyanga with medicated oil, Swedana) along with Jalukavacharan 3 consecutive settings with 7 day of interval aimed at pacifying Vata-Kapha dosha. Marked improvement was observed in pain reduction, shoulder mobility, and functional activity, with no adverse effects. This case suggests that an integrative Ayurvedic approach may provide effective, safe, and sustainable management of supraspinatus tendonitis.