Partial Paralysis

All treatments in Ayurveda are prescribed only after a careful diagnosis of the   patient’s   body constitution, family history, sex, age, stage of the disease etc. This will enable the patient to receive treatments that are specifically suited to his very needs. Ayurveda treatments will therefore vary from patient to patient.
 
The first consultation with an Ayurveda doctor, including the diagnosis will last for more than an hour. The basic step in the diagnosis will be to find the person’s body humour (Dosha) – Vata, Pita or Kapha, because it is the imbalance of these body humours that create every disease. 

The dominance of dosha in a person is found by asking several questions on his behaviour, food habits, sleeping patterns, personal details like age, height & weight, place of life, profession, health problems and medical reports etc. Ayurveda diagnosis comprises of clinical and laboratory tests also.   The doctor can decide if an Ayurveda treatment is helpful on providing these details.

Pulse, tongue, nail, and eye examinations are important diagnosis methods used to reveal a person’s body humor and its imbalance. This will help the doctor in treating the disease.

Pulse diagnosis in Ayurveda is not just counting the beats. It also reveals the health status of the entire body constitution, including the dosha imbalance and the health of the various body organs.        

In tongue diagnosis, the doctor checks the general appearance, colour and coating of the tongue. In Ayurveda, as different areas of the tongue correspond to different organs of the body, the Ayurvedic practitioner can determine which organs of the body are out of balance by having a detailed tongue examination.

Nail examination is done to check the type, colour and shape of the person’s nail. Imbalances of doshas are easily detected on close examination. 

In the eye diagnosis the colour, size and even the shape of the eyes are important in determining the dosha dominance of a person. His mental status – nervousness, anxiety, confidence level etc – can also be learned through eye diagnosis.

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After the diagnosis, the doctor sets out to treat the patient in a very systematic manner. This would include a set of appropriate Panchakarma treatments and Rasayana therapies .

The Panchakarma Treatments are meant to flush out the toxins, They are classified as pre-purification, main purification and post purification phases and include various types of therapies like oil massages, fermented liquid massages, medicinal enemas, herbal purification methods.

The Rasayana Therapies are meant to nourish the body, to bring the doshas back to balance and to regenerate the body.These comprise diet regulations, daily regimens, intake of oral medicines and ayurveda tonics, yoga and a stress free life. After the treatment the ayurveda doctors will advise you how to lead a healthy life. T he beneifts and results of the treatment are shown only after the Rasyana Treatment is over and docotrs advise is strictly followed. The results will manifest itself normally after 3 to 4 weeks as the body takes time to regenerate itself.

Pre-purification therapies are the first ones applied to loosen the toxins, open up the circulation channels and get the body ready for discarding these wastes.  These methods are highly relaxing for the body and mind.

The following pre-purification methods are usually adopted in the treatment of Partial Paralysis.

Udvarthanam is body massage done with the special herbal powders to activate the various nerves in the human body. Thriphala, a mixture of gooseberry, belerica and myrobalan., is the herbal powder most commonly used.

Dhanyamladhara means continuous pouring of fermented medicinal liquid on the body. Generally lemon, horse gram, beaten rice, rice flakes, dried ginger etc are used in the making of this fermented medicinal liquid. Affected nerves receive high nourishment from the continuous pouring of dhanyamla.

Njavarakizhi is tissue-nourishing treatment for the body using herbs and rice bolus. The rice and herb preparation nourishes the tissues, activates the afflicted nerves and senses and bestows relief to the damaged body parts.

Thalam Retention of medicated paste or oil right on the vertex of the person. Helps to pass on the therapeutic effects of herbs and oils to the central and autonomous nervous system. Indian pennywort, staff tree, sida plant, etc are some of the commonly used medicinal herbs.

Sirodhara Luke warm herbal oil is poured in a continuous stream onto the forehead, while receiving a gentle massage on the fore head. The uninterrupted flow of warm oil stimulates and activates the brain cells and nervous system and gives good relief to nervous disorders.

This is the phase of elimination of toxins that were loosened at the pre purification treatment stage. These therapies are highly potential methods and are usually overseen by doctors.  The commonly adopted Panchakarma treatments for Partial Paralysis are: Nasyam, Virechanam, and Vasthi.

Nasyam is the pouring of herbal oil in drops in to the nostrils and inhaling the contents. This opens up the head channels and enables the herb extracts to act directly on the central nervous system. The herbal oil commonly used is a mixture of sesame oil and herbs such as sida and vitex etc.

Virechanam The oral intake of herbal medicines to eliminate poisonous wastes through the anal route. These purgative medicines consist of herbal powder, medicated castor oil or herbal paste. Commonly used medicinal herbs are turpith, embellia fruits, dry ginger, cardamom, long pepper, cinnamon etc.

Vasthi is an effective enema therapy. Special medicines are introduced through the anal route for the evacuation of accumulated toxins and metabolic wastes.  Dill seeds, honey, rock salt, herbal pastes, oils and decoctions are the main ingredients commonly used in vasthi.

These are body nourishing therapies to rejuvenate the body and mind after the Panchakarma treatments. They keep the enzymes in the tissue cells in their normal functioning condition, restore and balance the body functions and maintain the overall health and well being of an individual for much longer periods after the Panchakarma course.Rasayana treatments for Partial Paralysis consist of oral medicines and diet regulation.

Oral medicines for Partial Paralysis

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Herbal medicines form an important part of any ayurvedic treatment. Oral medicines for Partial Paralysis will be extracts of pure medicinal herbs, leaves, spices etc. These are prepared specifically to restore the lost balance and to provide the needed inputs to cure Partial Paralysis. Kashayam and Arishtam- herbal decoctions and fermentations Lehyams – semi solid formulation are commonly prescribed.

Ayurveda uses a great number of herbs like asparagus, black pepper, calotropis, deodar, gooseberry, garlic, long pepper, moringa, sweet flag, etc. in the preparation of kashayams, lehyams and arishtams for the use of Partial Paralysis patients.

These medicines increase the vascular circulation in the brain; nourish the brain and help new neurons to take over the functions of the dead ones. Asparagus gives excellent relief from the troubles of the nervous system; gooseberry increases immunity in the body and protects against nervous disorders.

The type and quantity of the medicines to be taken are decided by the doctor after a detailed consultation and examination. The patient’s body type, age etc are also important factors to be considered.

Diet regulation will be suggested for patients suffering from Partial Paralysis. Proper diet is a brilliant means of controlling and curing Partial Paralysis. Ayurveda diet provides adequate nutrition as well as rest for the needed organs.

Partial Paralysis patients are advised to stick to a diet low in fat and cholesterol. They should strictly avoid alcohol, salt, sweets, tobacco etc.  A diet of natural foods and germinated wheat are recommended. Raw root vegetables, whole wheat bread, cheese, butter, honey, and raw milk are recommended. Juice of fresh fruits and vegetables should be consumed in large quantities.

You can find out your type of Prakruthi and decide a diet for yourself.

Partial Paralysis patients are recommended to avoid tension and worry in their daily lives. Exercises like walking and cycling are recommended. However, they should avoid doing exercises that are fatiguing.

Yoga and Meditation are proven and effective ways to develop and maintain perfect harmony and balance in our body systems. They provide us with immunity against all diseases. They alter brain wave activities reflecting in increased relaxation and a better focused mind.  It is known to reduce fatigue in Partial Paralysis patients. It is highly recommended for Partial Paralysis patients.

It is advised to take at least one or two weeks of rest after the Panchakarma experience. At this time the body is weak after a purification process and needs time to get back to normalcy. Avoid strenuous exercise, late nights, too much television, and other stimulating experiences.