Author: Dr. Vikram Chauhan

ABSTRACT

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome also shortly termed as POTS is a condition causing fainting, lightheadedness, discomfort, rapid and increased heartbeat due to disturbed blood flow when standing up from a reclined position. These symptoms are relieved by lying back down or sitting. POTS affects the blood circulation and also involves other vital systems like autonomic nervous system that regulates and controls the important body functions automatically and sympathetic nervous system that initiates the fight or flight response in a required condition. In this write up, you can get all the information about the POTS and its herbal treatment.

INTRODUCTION TO POSTURAL ORTHOSTATIC TACHYCARDIA SYNDROME

POTS or Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome is a condition in which on standing up from the lying down position heart rate increases and the patient feels dizzy and fainting as most of the blood remains in the lower body and does not circulate properly in the upper and lower body. There is a condition called Orthostatic intolerance when the blood circulation is not proper while changing position from sitting or lying down to standing. Hence in an attempt of the body to take the blood faster to the brain, the heart started beating faster resulting in a drop of blood pressure. This makes a person to feel fainting, lightheaded and dizzy.

AYURVEDIC ASPECT OF POSTURAL ORTHOSTATIC TACHYCARDIA SYNDROME

As per Ayurvedic concepts, health is maintained with the balance of tridosha, i.e. Vata, Pitta and Kapha and any imbalance in any of these doshas result in disease. POTS is also caused due to imbalance of the tridosha and can be corrected by bringing back the balance.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF POSTURAL ORTHOSTATIC TACHYCARDIA SYNDROM

POTS can cause below given signs and symptoms

• Fainting
• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Pain in belly
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Blurred vision
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Too much sweating
• Bloating
• Clouding of brain
• Too much fatigue
• Lower or higher blood pressure
• Tremors or shaking
• Feeling too hot or too cold
• Cannot sleep
• Feeling of nervousness, anxiety or jittery
• Discoloration of feet and hands

TYPES OF POSTURAL ORTHOSTATIC TACHYCARDIA SYNDROME

POTS can be of different types owing to the reason it happens and some of the common one are:

• Neuropathic– It happens when there occurs damage to the small fiber nerves which maintains the blood flow in abdomen and limbs.
• Hyperadrenergic– High levels of norepinephrine which is a stress hormone
• Hypovolemic– An unusual low blood levels can cause it

CAUSES OF POSTURAL ORTHOSTATIC TACHYCARDIA SYNDROME

Usually women between the age of 15-50 years old are more prone to develop POTS. This condition tends to run in families, however a single specific gene responsible for it is not identified yet.

Certain conditions and diseases are linked with increasing the chances of developing POTS, like:

• Chronic fatigue syndrome
• Anemia
• Sjogren’s syndrome or lupus that are the autoimmune diseases
• Prediabetes and diabetes
• Multiple sclerosis
• Lyme disease, mononucleosis or hepatitis C
• Mitral valve prolapse

DIAGNOSIS OF POSTURAL ORTHOSTATIC TACHYCARDIA SYNDROME

Due to the different group of symptoms, it might be difficult to diagnose the POTS. There is a test which helps in diagnosing it, i.e. Tilt table test in which a patient is asked to lie down on the flat table and strapped so that they don’t fall when the table is tilted. Then the slow table is moved in an upright position and the heart rate is monitored by the doctor. People having POTS may even faint while taking tests. However, further other tests can be done to confirm the diagnosis.

TREATMENT OF POSTURAL ORTHOSTATIC TACHYCARDIA SYNDROME

There is no exact conventional treatment for POTS. Treatment is given to help with the signs and symptoms temporarily which includes certain medications like beta-blockers, compression stockings, changes in the diet, exercises and specific changes in lifestyle.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR POSTURAL ORTHOSTATIC TACHYCARDIA SYNDROME

As the causation is imbalance of the tridosha which can be due to improper diet, unhealthy lifestyle or other similar reasons. Hence the treatment is also done by restoring the balance of dosha with the help of herbal remedies that are naturally potent in balancing Vata, Pitta and Kapha dosha.

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA FOR POSTURAL ORTHOSTATIC TACHYCARDIA SYNDROME

Planet Ayurveda is a herbal pharmaceutical firm that manufactures herbal medicines and products using authentic and pure herbs. People throughout the globe can get these products through the official distributors of Planet Ayurveda located in various parts of the world. For Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome Planet Ayurveda offers a combination of herbal remedies.

Products List

1. Arjuna capsule
2. Gotukola capsule
3. Ashwagandha capsule
4. Shilajit capsule

Products Description

1. Arjuna capsule

It is the single herb capsule prepared using standardized extract of Arjun (Terminalia arjuna). Arjuna capsules help in maintaining the healthy blood circulation and help in treating the POTS naturally.

Dosage- Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

2. Gotukola capsule

Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) herb is used to manufacture these herbal capsules in standardized form. Gotu Kola capsules help in treating low blood pressure, dizziness and other symptoms of POTS.

Dosage– Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

3. Ashwagandha capsule

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) herb is used in the standardized form to prepare these medicinal capsules. Ashwagandha capsules give strength to the body and help in maintaining overall health.

Dosage– Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

4. Shilajit capsule

Shilajit (Asphaltum) is used majorly in these capsules. Shilajit capsules give strength to muscles managing the poor muscle coordination and weakness of muscles. It also helps in treating the general signs of weakness like dizziness or lightheadedness.

Dosage– Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

CONCLUSION

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Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome can be a troubling issue and should be treated timely to avoid complications. Herbal treatment from Planet Ayurveda can help in treating POTS naturally without causing any further harm to the body. Opting for natural treatments is always a better choice.