Paralysis is the weakness or loss of muscle in one or several particular body organs due to an injury in the nervous system. It may interfere with movement, speech, and sensation. Different variants of Paralysis can be treated by Ayurvedic medicine for Paralysis in a natural way to restore balance in the body's energies.
There are various types of Paralysis, categorised based on the areas affected and the severity of the condition.
Monoplegia: This classification impacts one limb, such as a leg or an arm. It is typically caused by some form of nerve damage or localized injury, usually associated with a stroke, cerebral palsy, or specific conditions such as Klumpke Paralysis, which affects the lower part of the brachial plexus and leads to weakness of the hand and wrist.
Hemiplegia: Hemiplegia affects the movement of the upper and lower limbs on one part of the body's right or left side. This type of condition is usually caused by strokes or injury to the brain that consists of a single hemisphere of the brain.
Paraplegia: Paraplegia refers to Paralysis of the lower half of the body, encompassing both legs. It is frequently the result of spinal cord injuries, which impair movement and sensation below the injury site.
Quadriplegia, or tetraplegia, affects all four limbs and the torso. It can be caused by spinal cord injuries in the neck area or severe neurological disorders, such as hypokalemic periodic Paralysis, which can cause weakness in muscles or Paralysis due to low potassium levels.
Locked-in Syndrome: This rare condition leads to total Paralysis of all voluntary muscles except those controlling eye movement. Patients remain fully aware but are unable to move or speak.
Some of the causes of Paralysis may include,
Stroke: Reduced blood flow to the brain
Injury: Brain or spinal cord injury.
Nerve Conditions: Illnesses such as multiple sclerosis.
Infections: Diseases like polio.
According to Ayurveda, Paralysis is caused by an imbalance in the body’s Vata dosha, which affects movement and motor functions.
If early symptoms of Paralysis get detected, Ayurvedic treatment can help restore function and manage symptoms effectively.
Jiva Ayurveda provides a satisfactory result for patients with Paralysis by concentrating on restoring the Vata dosha balance and revitalizing the nervous system. Our goal is sincerely not to treat the symptoms that are visible on the surface but rather to cure the problem of Paralysis permanently by eliminating its root.
Personalised Ayurvedic Medicines: Herbal remedies like Ashwagandha, Bala, and Rasa help restore nerve function and balance Vata dosha.
Panchakarma Therapy: General and regional detoxification techniques, such as Basti (medicated enema) and Abhyanga (oil massage), help regenerate nerves and improve blood circulation.
Yoga & Meditation: Yoga and pranayama (breath control) techniques help balance the muscles through contraction and extension.
Diet & Lifestyle Modifications: To restore balance in the body, an anti-Vata diet rich in warm, easily digestible food is necessary.
Time-tested Ayurvedic herbs can cure many types of Paralysis. Ayurvedic herbs do not have any harmful side effects like any other allopathic treatment. Some of the most effective Ayurvedic medicines include:
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): Encourages repair of damaged nerve tissue and lowers muscle atrophy.
Bala (Sida cordifolia): It helps steady the brain and smooth the movement of limbs.
Rasna (Pluchea lanceolata): Alleviates stiffness and improves movement in affected areas.
A person with chronic anxiety and stress due to an uplifted Vata in Ayurveda can resort to using herbs like Brahmi and Shankhpushpi, which are known to help with sleep disturbance.
Yes, considering Ayurveda adopts a multi-dimensional approach to treat stroke Paralysis, which seeks to bring back regular blood supply and nerve activity with the help of Panchakarma therapies.
Some herbs, such as Ashwagandha, Bala, and Rasna, are commonly prescribed for their nerve-regenerative properties, which help cure these Paralysis symptoms.
Sleep Paralysis happens when a person awakens and cannot move for a short while. A person with chronic anxiety and stress due to an uplifted Vata in Ayurveda can resort to using herbs like Brahmi and Shankhpushpi, which are known to help with sleep disturbance.
For a complete recovery formulation, Allopathic drugs can be used alongside Ayurvedic treatment. However, it is best to be cautious and consult a certified Ayurveda doctor.
According to Western custom, the time it lasts depends on the intensity and form of the Paralysis. Depending on the patient’s status, a specific method or strategy for treatment will be used.
Yoga, massage involving Marma and Nasya, and inhaling medicated oils through the nose work well in treating Facial Paralysis in Ayurveda and allow for relaxation.
