Ayurvedic Holistic Approach in the Management of Amavata (Rhuematoid arthritis): A Single Case Study

Abstract

Amavata is a disease caused due to the vitiation of Vata in association with Ama. The Ama is carried by the aggravated Vata and got deposited in sleshmasthanas producing lakshanas like      Angamarda(body ache), Aruchi(anorexia), Alasya(fatigue), Sandhiruk(joint pain), Sandisopha(joint swelling)etc. Clinical features of Amavata resembles to Rheumatoid Arthritis which is an autoimmune disease causing chronic symmetrical polyarthritis with systemic involvement. Here is a case report of a 48 year old female patient who presented with symptoms of Amavata. Considering the signs and symptoms, patient was treated on the line of Amavata. Langhana, Deepana-Pachana and Ruksha Swedana were administered along with oral medications for a period of 45 days. The combination of internal and external Ayurveda medications, including Dhanyamladhara , Valuka sweda, Choorna pinda sweda and Vasti were used in conjuction with dietary modifications and lifestyle corrections. After 45 days of treatment, the patient reported marked decrease in symptoms and reduced her dependency on anti-inflammatory medications and steroids. The case highlights the effectiveness of Ayurveda treatment for Amavata and the importance of dietary modifications in improving the quality of life.