Clinical Approach to Disc Lesions Through Panchakarma: An Ayurvedic Perspective

Author(s)	Dr. PRASHANTH KUMAR, Dr. ALLAPPA S KUMBAR, Prof. Dr. BASAVARAJ G SARAGANACHARI
Country	India
Abstract	An intervertebral disc is a fibrocartilaginous cushion between adjacent vertebrae that provides flexibility and absorbs shock in the spinal column1. In its pathological conditions it is known as Intervertebral disc lesions2, which includes Bulge, Protrusion, Extrusion and Sequestration - are major causes of chronic low back pain, stiffness and neurological deficits. In Ayurveda, they are classified as Vata Vyadhi3, involving vitiation of Vata dosha and degeneration of Asthi, Majja and Mamsa dhatu. Panchakarma therapy offers a comprehensive, stage-wise approach: early stages of lesions benefit from Snehana, Swedana and Matra Basti; moderate cases require Mrudu Shodhana & Basti along with Snehana and Swedana, while severe lesions respond to Tailadhara, Bruhmana Basti and Rasayana therapies4. With this Avasthanusara Chikitsa we can maintain the adavanced conditions of disc lesions which are indicated for surgical intervantion like Discectomy & Laminectomy. Integrated with internal medicines, physiotherapy, diet and lifestyle changes, Panchakarma improves pain, stiffness, mobility and quality of life.
Keywords	Vatavyadhi, Disc lesion, Phathophysiology, Discectomy & Panchakarma
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On	2025-12-17
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.63521

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