ABSTRACT

Lou Gehrig’s disease (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is a rapidly progressing, fatal, neurological disease which attacks the neurons which are responsible for controlling of voluntary muscles. This disease belongs to the group of disorders known as motor neuron disease. In this there is gradual degeneration and progressive death of all types of motor neurons in brain & spinal cord. motor neurons are the neuronal cells that control muscles and their degeneration leads to weakness & wasting of muscles causing increasing loss of mobility in all extremities and difficulties with speech production, swallowing and breathing. This disease progresses rapidly and relentlessly with life expectancy between 2-5 years from the onset of symptom. In Ayurveda neuronal diseases like ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) are induced by Vata dosha. Vata dosha is responsible for the peripheral, autonomic and pivotal functioning of nervous system. It manages the neurological & cognitive functions of brain. As there is no cure for Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, it’s understanding becomes of prime importance so that ayurvedic science can manifold therapy for ailing humanity. Keywords: Ayurveda, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Lou Gehrig’s disease, motor neuron disease, onuf’s nucleus, Vata dosha
Publication date: 01/12/2022

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2022/11.12.6638