WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY ATAXIA?
Ataxia is a rare degenerative disease of the nervous system which is characterized by slurred speech, stumbling, falling, and incoordination. These symptoms are related to degeneration of the part of the brain, called the cerebellum that is responsible for coordinating movement. Ataxia is a disease that affects people of all ages.
IT IS OF DIFFERENT TYPES
- Ataxia Telangiectasia
- Episodic Ataxia
- Friedreich’s Ataxia
- Multiple System Atrophy
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia
- Sporadic Ataxia
WHAT CAN BE THE CAUSES?
It is genetic disorder which is caused by the defect or mutations in the gene FXN called as frataxin gene which leads to limit in formation of a protein called frataxin, important for mitochondrial functioning in regulating the iron levels in the mitochondria, involved in energy production necessary for all cell bodies in the cells.
It is most common in the person who has family history with this disease.
Other Causes May Include:
- Brain surgery or Head injury.
- Alcohol or Drug abuse.
- Infections – chicken pox (usually goes away after infection has gone).
- A brain tumor.
- Exposure to toxic chemicals.
- Neurological conditions – Multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy etc.
- Cerebellum malformation while the baby is still in the womb.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?
Common Symptoms of Ataxia are:
- Lack Of Coordination
- Slurred Speech
- Trouble Eating And Swallowing
- Eye Movement Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Gait Abnormalities
- Tremors
- Heart Problems
AYURVEDIC VIEW OF ATAXIA
It is considered as Beej dosha disease. The protein frataxin is correlated with prana vata that controls the action of udana and in turn vyana vata is impaired and induced gati. Due to decreased pranayatna (action potential), less ATP production (urga karma) is there. This leads to decreased cellular metabolism (known as bala in ayurveda), due to which ama drvya is produced at the cellular levels. This ama leads to obstruction and iron alternation reacts with oxygen to produce free radicals (known as ama visha) and destroys cellular processes.
AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF ATAXIA BY PLANET AYURVEDA
1. Ashwagandha Capsules
This is one of the best formulation of Planet Ayurveda which shows effective results to manage the symptoms of ataxia. Regular use of Ashwagandha capsules help to recover the strength of muscles, relieve the muscle spasm and fatigue. It is good nervine tonic that is capable of increasing the physical as well as mental stamina of the body. It is suitable to children as well old age people.
Aswagandha (Withania somnifera)- This herb acts as a nervine tonic, it helps to improve the stamina. Ashwagandha herb is amazing in regulating the Vata in the body. Vata mainly maintains the body movement that includes movement of nerve impulses throughout the nervous system. It has Ashwagandha that has, anti-stress, antioxidant, mind-boosting, immune-enhancing, and rejuvenating properties.
Dosage- 1-2 capsules twice daily.
2. Gotukola Capsules
These capsules are obtained from the standardized extract of herb Gotu kola (Centella asiatica). It possesses the wonderful healing properties which help to ease the symptoms of this problems. It helps to improve the blood circulation in brain area and accelerate the brain functions.
Dosage- 1-2 capsules, twice daily with water after meals.
3. Brahmi Capsules
These are herbal capsules which are obtained from standardized extract of Bacopa monnieri belongs to family Plantaginceae.
Brahmi Capsule Uses-
- It nourishes brain and helps in bringing coordination between nervous system and daily activity.
- It acts as brain tonic.
- It is helpful in all type of mood disorders. It is also helpful in relieving anxiety, stress and mental fatigue.
Dosage- 1-2 Capsules twice daily after meal with plain water.
4. Curcumin Capsules
These are pure herbal capsules obtained from pure Curcuma longa. It is most common used herb in household. It is best known for its medicinal use.
Uses- Curcumin has anti-oxidant properties and it is used in the management of many type of cancers. It is useful in removing toxins from body.
Dosage- 1-2 capsules twice daily with water or milk after meals.
5. Yograj Guggul
These are herbal tablets which are obtained from different hers which are given below:
Main Ingredients-
- Guggul (Commiphora mukul),
- Mustak (Cyperus rotundus),
- Chitrak Mool (Plumbago zeylanica),
- Amalaki (Emblica officinalis),
- Bhibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica),
- Haritaki (Terminalia chebula),
- Pippali (Piper longum),
- Ajwain (Carum copticum),
- Black pepper (Embelia ribes),
- Gokhsura (Tribulus terrestris),
- Black cumin (Nigella sativa),
- Ajamoda (Trachyspermum roxburghianum),
- Cuminum cyminum,
- Piper cubeba,
- Ela (Elettaria cardamomum),
- Pluchea lanceolata,
- Rock salt (Saindhav lavan)
- Coriander (Coriandrum sativum),
- Shunthi (Zingiber officinale),
- Marich (Piper nigrum),
- Dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylanica),
- Vetiveria zizanioides,
- Abies webbiana,
- Tejpatta (Cinnamomum tamala)
Benefits- Yograj guggul helps to remove toxins from body and helps to get relief from pain.
Dosage- 2 tablets twice daily with lukewarm water after meals.
6. Rasraj Ras Tablets
This is Ayurvedic herbal formulation which is available in tablet form.
Dosage- 1 tablet twice daily.
is the treatment available in mauritius?
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