Abstract

Acharya Manish, *Dr. Gitika Chaudhary, Dr. Richa, Dr. Yogesh Handa, Dr. Tanu Rani

ABSTRACT

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) silently disrupts quality of life, claiming over a million annually, yet its global burden often goes unnoticed. A progressive condition marked by declining renal function, CKD interwines with hypertension and diabetes, forming a triad that accelerates renal damage and challenges healthcare systems worldwide. While pharmacological strategies and dietary interventions have proven their merit in slowing disease progression, the ancient science of Ayurveda offers a complementary path through holistic, personalized treatment approaches. This case study explores the Ayurvedic interventions for a 65-year-old male diagnosed with CKD, type II diabetes mellitus, and hypertension. The patient, treated at Jeena Sikho Lifecare Limited Clinic in Kota, Rajasthan, presented with symptoms of pedal edema, generalized weakness, acidity, and headache. He underwent a two-month Ayurvedic treatment protocol. Post-treatment outcomes were encouraging, with significant symptom relief and improved renal markers. The patient reported diminished pedal edema and increased vitality. These findings underscore Ayurveda's potential as a complementary therapy for CKD, emphasizing the restoration of balance and systemic health. However, this single-case study highlights the need for rigorous clinical trials with larger sample sizes to validate these results, establish standardized treatment protocols, and uncover Ayurveda's broader applicability in managing chronic diseases. This study invites a reimagined future where ancient wisdom and contemporary science converge to address complex conditions like CKD.