ABSTRACT

According to its name, Vatarakta is the result of the vitiation of Vata Dosha and Rakta Dhatu (blood). In this condition, Rakta prevents the normal flow of Vata, which causes symptoms to start with Paada (foot) and Hasta (hands). It is a Tridoshaja Vyadhi that is Vatapradhana (Vata dominating). Avarana (occlusion) pathology is the main cause of the major Vatavyadhi known as Vatarakta. The symptoms of gout are quite similar to those described in Vatarakta. A frequent kind of arthritis called gout results from a uric acid disturbance in which too much uric acid in the bloodstream crystallises in the joint, causing severe pain, swelling, and stiffness. It typically affects the big toe joint. Several research have demonstrated how gout affects patients' morbidity and mortality. Despite major advances in the treatment of gout, many patients with gout are not properly controlled and continue with recurrent flares of gouty arthritis. Therefore, an attempt is made, to treat Vatarakta (gout) from an Ayurvedic point of view. Keywords: Rakta, Paada, Hasta, Vatapradhana, Tridoshaja Vyadhi, Vatavyadhi, Aavarana, Ayurvedic
Publication date: 15/06/2023

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2023/12.6.1058