UNDERSTANDING PARKINSON'S DISEASE THROUGH THE LENS OF KAMPAVATA: AN AYURVEDIC CLINICAL NARRATIVE

Kampavata, described as a Vataja Nanatmaja Vyadhi in classics such as Charaka Samhita,that which exhibits clinical features that closely resemble to those of Parkinson’s disease. It is also referred to as Vepathu in texts like Madhava Nidana, which highlight hallmark symptoms such as Sarvanga Kampa and Shiro Kampa Basavarajeeyam further elaborates the symptomatology with descriptions of Karapadatale Kampa, Deha Bhramana, Nidrabhanga, and Ksheenamati, aligning with the clinical profile of Parkinsonism. This article presents a case study of a 50-year-old male patient diagnosed with Kampavata who was managed using Ayurvedic principles of Vatavyadhi Chikitsa. The treatment protocol included Sarvanga Abhyanga, Baspha Swedana, Mridu shodhana and Matra Basti, followed by administration of Shamanaushadhisn of neuroxt,brihatvata Chintamani rasa,asheamed capsule,stresscom capsule,zandopa powder. Post-treatment observations revealed notable improvement.