Abstract

CLINICAL EFFICACY OF AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT IN AMAVATA: A CASE STUDY

Dr. Sahadev Ashok Patil*, Dr. Khushbu Rathod, Dr. Vishal Solanki

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Amavata, described in Ayurveda, is a chronicdisorder caused by the interaction of Ama with vitiated VataDosha, primarily affecting Kapha-dominant sites like joints. Itsclinical features closely resemble Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA),an autoimmune condition marked by symmetrical joint pain,swelling, and stiffness. Methods: A 48-year-old female patientdiagnosed with Amavata presented with Janu Sandhishoola(bilateral knee pain), Sandhishotha (swelling), Sparshasahatwa(tenderness), Angamarda, and Aruchi. After limited relief fromallopathic therapy, she underwent Ayurvedic treatment atPremswarup swami multispeciality hospital, Kalol. Theprotocol included Amapachana Vati, Ajmodadi Vati,Maharasnadi Kwath and Simhanada Guggulu internally, alongwith Abhyanga using Mahavishagarbha Taila and ValukaSwedana externally. Dietary and lifestyle modifications wereadvised. Clinical grading and laboratory investigations (CBC,ESR, CRP, RA test, uric acid) were used for assessment. Results: Significant improvementwas observed: pain, swelling, and tenderness reduced. Morning stiffness and systemicsymptoms subsided. Laboratory markers showed favorable trends. Discussion: The integrative Ayurvedic approach, based on Chakradatta’s Chikitsa Siddhanta, effectively managed Amavata through Ama-Pachana, Vatahara, and Shothaghna interventions. This case supports classical Ayurvedic principles in treating autoimmune joint disorders, warranting further research on larger cohorts.

Keywords: After limited relief from allopathic therapy, she underwent Ayurvedic treatment at Premswarup swami multispeciality hospital, Kalol.