Role of Saraswata Churna Jiwha Pratisarana in Childhood Fluency Disorders - Ayurveda Perspective

Background: Communication and psychosocial development are greatly impacted by childhood fluency disorders, most commonly developmental stuttering. For such ailments, Ayurveda provides traditional ideas and herbal remedies like Saraswata Churna. Objectives: To assess Saraswata Churna Jiwha Pratisarana's therapeutic potential using knowledge from contemporary research and to thoroughly review Ayurvedic principles pertaining to childhood-onset fluency disorders. Methods: Scientific literature and Ayurvedic texts were thoroughly examined. Both contemporary biomedical journals and traditional Ayurvedic sources were included in the databases. Treatment, pathophysiology, and clinical results pertaining to childhood fluency disorders were all included in the inclusion criteria. Results: According to Ayurvedic texts, speech disorders are Vak-Bhramsa, which is associated with Shabdavaha Dhamani obstruction and Vatadosha imbalances. The pharmacodynamics and neuroactive ingredients of Saraswata Churna, a herbal formulation that is well-known for balancing Vata and improving cognitive function, show promise. Current research highlights the psychosocial effects of childhood stuttering and confirms its prevalence of approximately 5–10%. Combining traditional knowledge with Ayurvedic treatment could result in improved therapeutic frameworks. Conclusions: For children with fluency issues, Saraswata Churna Jiwha Pratisarana offers a safe, possibly successful, and culturally appropriate intervention. It is advised to conduct more randomized controlled trials.