COMPREHENSIVE AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF GRIVASTAMBHA: A CLINICAL CASE STUDY

Cervical spondylosis (Grivastambha), a manifestation of Vata Vyadhi characterized by Vata aggravation leading to Asthi and Majja Dhatu degeneration, presents clinically with cervical pain, stiffness, radiating paresthesia, and vertigo. This case study details the integrative Ayurvedic management of a 51-year-old male with chronic cervical spondylosis and comorbid hypertension. Personalized treatment incorporated Nidan Parivarjan, Ahar – Vihar modifications, and a combined Shaman – Shodhan protocol emphasizing Panchakarma therapies such as Greeva Basti, Abhyanga, Shirodhara, Patrapottali Pinda Sweda, and Matra Basti, using medicated oils targeting Vata pacification, inflammation reduction, and neuromuscular nourishment. Adjunctive internal medications containing Shunthi and Ashwagandha were employed for their Vata – shamaka, anti-inflammatory, and Rasayana properties. The holistic approach resulted in significant symptomatic improvement, enhanced cervical mobility, and quality of life restoration by addressing Dosha imbalance, Dhatu depletion, and Srotodushti. This study substantiates Ayurveda’s efficacy as a non-invasive modality in managing Vata Vyadhi-associated cervical spondylosis.