Abstract

MIGRAINE ASSOCIATED WITH GASTROINTESTINAL DISORDERS MANAGE THROUGH AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE: A CASE STUDY

Dr. Nisha Vachhani* and Dr. R. S. Unadkat

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Migraine is a primary headache disorder characterized by recurrent attacks. The economic and societal burden of migraine is substantial, affecting patients’ quality of life, social activities, and family life. Materials and Method: In this case study, a female patient of middle age group suffering from long standing migraine, motion sickness and irregular bowel habit since past 3 years (on and off), hampering her day-to-day activities, was administered with the treatment protocol as per Ayurveda resulting in significant relief to her symptoms. The treatment, planned according to her pulse diagnosis and clinical examination, was based on herbal supplements, Udwajatrugata Shodhanarthe Nasya (supraclavicular detoxification) and dietary and lifestyle modifications. Result and Discussion: This also resulted in alleviation of the vitiated Vata and Pitta Doshas and restoration of the Jatharagni (digestive fire). The treatment modality has been effective to reduce the episodes and improvement in all three parameters of duration, severity, and frequency of headache significantly. Conclusion: This case study reveals the beneficial role of Ayurveda in the management of migraines without many side effects.

Keywords: Ardhavabhedaka, Ayurveda, migraine, Nasya, Shirashoola, Pathyadi Kwatha.