A SINGLE CASE STUDY OF AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF SANDHIVATA

Sandhivata, classified under Vataja Nanatmaja Vyadhi in Ayurvedic classics, closely resembles osteoarthritis in contemporary medicine. It is characterized by Shoola (pain), Shotha (swelling), stiffness, and restricted movement of the affected joints. Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disorder that significantly affects quality of life and functional capacity. Case Presentation: This case report describes the Ayurvedic management of a 40-year-old female patient, ABC, who presented to the Government Ayurvedic College Hospital, Patna, with complaints of bilateral knee joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and constipation (Vibandha). Based on clinical findings, the condition was diagnosed as Sandhivata. Intervention: The patient was treated with a comprehensive Ayurvedic regimen comprising both Panchakarma procedures and oral medications. Panchakarma therapy included Sarvanga Abhyanga Swedana for 3 days, Churna Pinda Swedana with Kottamchukadi Churna for 5 days, and Janu Basti with Murchhita Tila Taila for 7 days. Internal medications included Mahayograj Guggulu, Ashwagandha Capsules, Triphala Churna, Yawanipanchak Vati, and Asthiposhak Tablets. Additionally, Vistinduk Oil was applied locally. Radiological evaluation was performed using anteroposterior (AP) and lateral X-rays of both knee joints dated 07-05-2026 and 27-05-2026.