FACIAL PALSY AND ITS AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT

It is a condition which is caused by the paralysis of 7^th cranial nerve .when a facial nerve   is not receiving  the signals properly it results in  paralysis of affected part of face and there is temporary weakness of facial muscle .

CAUSES OF FACIAL PALSY:

• HIV which damage to the immune system .
• Injury to the vital points ( marma ).
• Respiratory illness
• Multiple sclerosis.
• Sarcoidosis which causes organ inflammation.
• Mumps
• Measles
• Lyme disease
• Otitis media .

SYMPTOMS OF FACIAL PALSY:

• Inability to close eyes
• Loss of nasolabial fold.
• Headache
• Tinnitus
• Dribbling of saliva
• Loss of taste.
• Loss of sensation in face
• Sensitivity to sounds .
• Difficulity in speaking .
• Disordered movements of muscle such as smiling , blinking, closing the eyelid .
• Difficulity in eating or drinking.
• Jaw or neck stiffness
• Numbness in nose ,lips, eyes etc.
• Impairment of hearing
• Asymmetrical facial muscle tone .

RISK FACTORS FOR FACIAL PALSY:

• In pregnant ladies.
• Diabetic person.
• Lung infection.
• Family history

INVESTIGATION:

• Blood test
• Electromyography
• MRI scan
• CT scan .

AYURVEDIC APPROACH OF FACIAL PALSY:

In Ayurveda Facial palsy is compared with ardita  in which vitiation of   vata dosha and is situated in near by nerves , arteries , and veins and declines these functions . this condition is resulted as ardita .

FACTORS RESPONSIBLE FOR FACIAL PALSY:

• Loudly speak
• Chewing hard food items .
• Laughing, sneezing , yawning excessively
• Use too high or low pillows.
• Anemia
• Intake of excess amount of alcohol.
• Long standing ulcers.
• Injury to marma .
• Improper posture .

HERBS GOOD FOR FACIAL PALSY:

• Garlic
• Nirgundi
• ERANDA
• LAVANGA
• ASWAGANDHA
• BALA
• RASNA

PANCHKARMA PROCEDURE:

1. Snehan
2. Swedan
3. Nasya

PATHYA AHARA :

• Lukewarm water and milk .
• Garlic
• Red rice
• Drumstick

APATHYA AHARA :

• Bitter or dry substances
• Fried items

CAC MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF FACIAL PALSY :

1. Detox Premium Powder:

These are the herbo-mineral sachets which help in detoxification and maintain proper metabolism of all the functions. This formulation acts at the level of the nervous system and facilitate the proper conduction of signal impulse from the nerves to the muscles. These sachets have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune modulator. The ingredients present in it are moti pishti, parwal pishti, shukta pishti, Giloy satv, kamdudha ras, Jahar Mohra, akik pishti, gandhak rasayan, sutshekhar ras, etc. It is very beneficial in reducing the swelling, redness, stiffness, and improves the movements of joints.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.

2. Nerve up tablet:

These tablets are pure ayurvedic formulation. Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata and kapha dosha. It acts as a nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, , praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. It is beneficial in the Bell’s palsy.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily.

3. Makar rasayan:

It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchla, guduchi satva, shudha shilajeet,  ras sindoor, moonga bhasma, shankh bhasma, praval pishti etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, aphrodisiac, analgesic and immune modulator properties. It helps to rejuvenate body tissues and act as an immune modulator, Immunity booster, Improves vitality, improves the overall health of an individual, Acts on Central Nervous System, Help reduces stress and anxiety.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily.

4. Vata Tablet

Vata balance tablet is a rejuvenating blend of herbs is specially formulated to balance Vata doshas without aggravating Pitta or Kapha doshas. It may be used to support overall health and well-being by Vata constitutions with or without food. For those with a dual constitution that includes Vata or a tridoshic constitution, it is an excellent formula for the Vata season, which in most parts of the world is autumn and early winter.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

5. Panchsakar Churna:

This churna is very effective for acidity patients as it shows antioxidant, anti- inflammatory, laxative, & analgesic properties. It is a classical herbal churna prepared from ingredients like Shatapushpa, Balaharitaki, Shunthi, Swarnapatri, & Saindhav lavana. It helps in removing all toxins from the body & provides good results in acidity. All signs & symptoms related to acidity are treated with the regular use of this churna.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 teaspoonful at bedtime with warm water.

6. Trikatu Syrup:

Trikatu Syrup helps to eliminate excess Kapha or mucous from the body, supports the respiratory system, manages weight, helps to take out impurities or ama from the body, supports healthy detoxification. It shows anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant, antioxidant properties. This syrup is made up of equal parts of three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum). It is an Appetizer and improves digestion, supports normal gastric function, and normal circulation.
Recommended Dosage – Take 2 teaspoonful twice or thrice daily before meals.