It is very painful to see someone you care about, becoming a victim of any disease. Some diseases are said to be incurable by the mainstream medical system. But we at Hindustan Ayurveda, beg to differ. Parkinson’s disease is one such disease. One of the most notorious diseases, it affects a large population every year, globally. People generally become hopeless in case of this disease as there is a general understanding that it is not curable.
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a gradual disorder in the nervous system that targets the flexibility and the ability of the body to move. The disease occurs when nerve cells (called neurons), in a part of the brain that controls bodily movements, become damaged. These neurons produce and release an important organic chemical known as dopamine which facilitates the physical movements of the body. When those cells die or become damaged, they produce fewer amounts of dopamine, which leads to Parkinson’s disease.
Signs and Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease
The symptoms don’t just appear, but it is a progressive system in which the symptoms appear in a slow and gradual manner. The symptoms may start with a mere tremor in any part of the body which may not even be easily noticeable. The disease will then eventually cause the body to become stiff and will hinder the movements of the body.
Different people have different experiences of Parkinson’s and the quantum of progression varies from one individual to another. Sometimes people ignore preliminary symptoms of Parkinson’s as being signs of aging. In general parlance, there is no medical procedure to absolutely detect and undeniably claim the presence of disease so it can be difficult to diagnose accurately.
Types of Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s diseases are of different types –
Multiple System Atrophy
As the name suggests, the disorder consists of several neurological disorders which affect multiple parts of the body. This occurs generally in the age of mid-’50s.
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
This is the most common form of this disease. It creates problems in basic movements like swallowing, sleeping, memorizing and other motor skills.
Corticobasal Syndrome
As opposed to PSP, this form of Parkinson’s is the least common. This syndrome causes fast limb movements, difficulty with motor skills, difficulty with language, etc.
Drug-Induced Parkinson
This is known as secondary Parkinson, for obvious reasons. This one is caused due to the side effects of drugs, which leads to lowering the levels of dopamine.
Treatment Through Ayurveda
Parkinson’s is connected with Vata in Ayurveda. In old age, Vata disorder is potent in the body. This Vata in the brain dries up the brain cells leading to tremors and instability. Parkinson’s disease reflects huge vitiation of Vata which involves practically all aspects of the body. Disrupted digestive process, disordered assimilation, and the existence of poisons are commonly seen in the patient at gastrointestinal levels, which caters advantageous condition to vitiation of Vata. Stomach related herbs and nerve tonics are applied to re-establish stomach related capacity both in the gastrointestinal tract and at a cellular level. Specific weight control plans and routine are recommended. Parkinson’s treatment in Ayurveda gives rare neuro-chemicals which invigorate synapses and aide in defeating the problem and as well as calming down the brain.
Diet and Lifestyle Changes
As ecological toxins are suspected to be one of the major reasons for the ailment, staying away from them, however, reasonably, is the best way to limit the danger of the illness. Hindustan Ayurveda always recommends that lousy nourishment, packaged and processed food, stale or rotten food, synthetic substances, contamination and so on, ought to be kept away from as much as reasonably be expected. Food and exercises which bother Vata ought to be stayed away from as much as reasonably be expected. Instead, nutritious options like almonds, walnuts and so on, benefit the sensory system and control Vata. Making them a regular intake of your diet is eventually going to help you control all kinds of diseases. Ayurvedic herbs like Nasya, Karnapuran, Basti and so forth help in limiting Vata disorders and keeping up soundness of the neurological system. Their ordinary practice can help in limiting the danger of the disease. Routine with regards to Yoga has constantly demonstrated its viability in limiting Vata disorders and keeping up the wellbeing of the sensory system.
Yoga, Meditation and Massage
Yoga and Asanas have always been an integral part of any treatment under Ayurveda. Mentioned below are few of the recommended Yoga Asanas for Parkinson’s-
The Tadasana or the mountain pose, Uttanasana or the standing and forward bend pose, Virabhadrasana or warrior pose, Jathara Parivartanasana or abdominal twist pose, etc. are some of the asanas which are highly recommended for people who are suffering from the disease.
Meditation helps your body to de-stress and reap the optimum benefits out of the yoga techniques practiced by you. It will also help the patient to create a balance and coordination with the mind and the body without which any kind of well-being is not possible.
A whole Body massage or Abhyanga is also one of the most important ingredients of treating Parkinson’s. It adds to the overall benefit of Yoga and meditation knit together.
Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease – Where to Go?
Ayurveda, just like other systems of medicine requires expertise and knowledge for proper application. It may be recommended for everyone, but cannot be practiced by a layman. Ayurveda demands accuracy and knowledge of yoga, meditation and massage techniques. The basic tenet of Ayurveda and its techniques is that it is to be practiced in the long term and in a regular manner. So if there is even a minor flaw in the techniques, it may render all of your hard-work fruitless.
But, worry not! We at Hindustan Ayurveda are here to help you. It would be a shame if people in India face problems in getting quality and genuine Ayurvedic treatment. Hindustan Ayurvedic is one of the most popular Ayurvedic hospitals in Trivandrum. The hospital boasts of fabulous reviews and ratings like 100% customer satisfaction rate and a 99% success rate. These ratings make it one of India’s most popular and sought after ayurvedic institutions. It provides special packages for healing and treating Parkinson’s disease and other related issues. The treatment packages include Ayurvedic and herbal medication, ointments and different yoga techniques, which provide a holistic cure for Parkinson’s Disease.
Therefore, when the whole world gives up on you, Ayurveda comes to your rescue. Do not let your loved ones suffer. Take the help of Ayurveda and fight against Parkinson’s disease.
