Heart Disease
AYURVEDIC APPROACH FOR CAD: –
There is one entity in Ayurveda called as ” Hrid – Shula ” . The word Hrid derived from the original word Hridaya which means the Heart . Shula means pain . The meaning of Hrid – Shula is thus , pain in ( & around ) heart . The condition occurs due to increased or altered Vata Dosha in the heart & nearby area . As we know , the main force of movement of anything in any body system is controlled & done by Vata dosha . The indigested Meda Dhatu ( Cholesterol , LDL ) , Pitta dosha & Kapha dosha blocks partially or totally the normal route of vata dosha . Thus the Vata dosha gets altered too , creating pain at the Heart & nearby areas.
There are 5 types of each dosha . In all, each dosha accompanies the heart in some or the other way . When the dosha alters , some problem occurs as per the doshas.
- The Prana Vayu ( type of Vata dosha ) alteration shows exertional dyspnoea , cough , hiccups , drowsiness.
- The Vyana Vayu ( type of Vata dosha ) alteration shows increased heart rate & swelling at ankle joints.
- The Sadhak Pitta ( type of Pitta dosha ) alteration shows loss of confidence , scare , feeling of self heart beats.
- The Avalambak kapha ( type of Kapha dosha ) alteration shows bigger heart ( cardian dialatation).
- The Ojas alteration shows dizziness , coma , cyanosis.
Treatment as per Ayurvedic Approach : - In the body , Hriday ( heart ) is one of the most important organ . It is called as Marma Sthana ( Vital organ ) . The most important treatment is to cut the Apachit Meda Dhatu ( LDL ) . The treatment is directed to treat the hypercholesterolaemia . The use of Gold bhasma is beneficial . The Gold bhasma provides vital strength to the myocardium ( heart muscles ) . Thereby restoring the normal functioning of the heart.
The most important role of Ayurvedic medicines is in preventing or reducing atherosclerosis and thereby controlling coronary artery disease. Ayurvedic formulations like various forms of Guggulu, Chandraprabha vati and herbal combinations of various herbs like Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), Kutki (Picrorrhiza kurroa), Punarnava (Boerrhavia diffusa) and riphala are very useful in reducing blood cholesterol, fatty deposits in the blood vessels, atherosclerosis, blood pressure & excess fat deposition all over the body.
The use of Panchkarma can be done strictly under supervision. The panchkarma helps to restore the body doshas & maintains the metabolism. Not all , but some therapies of panchkarma can be done very effectively in the treatment of Hrid - Shula. The Virechana (purgation), Basti (Enema), Hrid Basti, Whole body massage helps a lot. The most basic reason of Cholesterol is treated very effectively with these therapies.
Hridaya basti is showing great results in case of weakness of valve etc. it can be even done to old age people who are rejected from during surgeries. it is done with atmost care and medical supervision.
