Abstract

*Dr. Dilip Kumar Upadhyay and Dr. K. K. Dwivedi

ABSTRACT

Lowback pain (Katishoola) is the most prevalent clinical manifestation of spinal pathology in musculoskeletal disorders. The biological system in developing countries has been disrupted by changes in lifestyle. Improper sitting postures, abrupt movements in travel, athletic activities, and poor sleeping positions, among other things, are all key factors in the development of spinal diseases. The spine, particularly the lumbar spine, is the most fragile musculoskeletal structure, bearing the entire body weight of an individual, which is why this illness is most usually observed in the lumbar vertebrae region. Kati pradesha (lumber region) is described as an important seat of Vata dosha. In Katishoola, Vata gets vitiated in its swasthana. Although the ancient Acharyas did not identify a specific sickness as Katishoola, the disease's symptoms can be found in various disorders such as Katishoola, Trikshoola, Prishtashoola and Vatika shoola. All Acharyas mention Katishoola under Vatavyadhi. A 37 years old female patient presented with Lowback pain which was radiating to left leg with tingling sensation in left foot, treated with Trayodashanga guggulu with Shephalika Kwath as Anupana for 15 days. After completion of the treatment there was marked improvement in pain along with improvement in tingling sensation.