ABSTRACT

Guillain-barre syndrome is an autoimmune disease involving the peripheral nervous system. The onset often follows an infection. It is a rare condition affecting more adult and male population. Muscle weakness and loss of sensation in arms and legs are the most common symptoms, which may lead to paralysis. A diagnosed case of G B Syndrome was taken for case study which was in line with the symptoms of Astimajjagata Vatavyadhi. Based on the treatment principles of Astimajjagata Vatavyadhi which is Bahya abhyantara snehana and samanya vata vyadhi chikitsa, treatment was planned. Due to involvement of Kapha dosha, initially agni deepana, ama pachana internally and rookshana chikitsa externally was implemented followed by shuddha vata chikitsa. Panchakarma modalities involving Choorna pinda sweda, Abhyanga, Shashtika shali pinda sweda, Kashaya Basti and Anuvasana Basti in Yoga Basti pattern, Shiro talam were included in the treatment protocol along with Oral medications and Physiotherapy. Inhouse Panchakarma treatments were carried out for 14 days while oral medications and Physiotherapy were continued until 240 days. At the end of the intervention period, complete recovery was seen. Patient was able to walk without any support, able to drive and do activities of daily living. Key words: Panchakarma, Basti, Snehana, Swedana, Guillain-barre syndrome
Publication date: 05/03/2022

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2022/11.3.1094