Ayurvedic Treatment for Ankylosing Spondylitis: A Case Study
Author Information
Author(s): Edavalath Mukesh
Primary Institution: Government Ayurveda Hospital, Madikai, Kerala, India
Hypothesis
Can Ayurvedic treatment effectively manage ankylosing spondylitis in its early stages?
Conclusion
The Ayurvedic treatment significantly improved the patient's symptoms and quality of life.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient was initially bedridden due to severe pain but returned to normal life after treatment.
- His ESR decreased from 140 to 5 after three months of treatment.
- The treatment included a combination of Ayurvedic medicines tailored to the patient's symptoms.
Takeaway
A 21-year-old man with severe back pain was treated with Ayurvedic methods and got better, showing that traditional medicine can help with certain diseases.
Methodology
The patient was treated with a combination of Ayurvedic medicines and therapies over several months, including Niruha basthi and various herbal formulations.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
21-year-old male with a family history of ankylosing spondylitis.
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