Abstract

Mandeep Kaur* and Asha K.

ABSTRACT

Muscular dystrophy encompasses a group of muscular disorders characterized by progressive degenerative weakness and a loss of muscular mass. It affects individuals across various age groups; in this condition irregular genes disrupt the formation of essential proteins responsible for building muscle mass. In the context of Ayurveda, various Acharyas have referred to this condition as "Aadibala-pravruta" with "Mamsagata Vatavikara" due to the blockages in the micro-channels of body. This obstruction leads to a reduction in Dhatvagni, causing the accumulation of undigested food as Ama through the action of Kapha. Consequently, Srotorodha causes hypertrophy in specific regions that remain empty and Vata aggravation follows before the eventual decline. This process may result in muscular wasting and dystrophies. Ayurveda suggested various approaches to combat such types of conditions including herbal remedies, Panchakarma and others classical interventions, etc.