Author: Dr. Vikram Chauhan

February 25, 2023

Myotonic Dystrophy Symptoms, Causes, And Treatment By Ayurveda

ABSTRACT

Myotonic dystrophy is a disorder that results in progressive weakness and muscle wasting. People suffering from this disorder have the inability to relax certain muscles and muscular contractions are prolonged in such people. In such cases, a person can have problems releasing the handle or door knob grip, temporary locking of the jaw, or slurred speech. Myotonic dystrophy is of two types majorly, i.e. type 1 and type 2 in which the signs and symptoms can be overlapping although type 1 is more severe than type 2. This write-up is all about Myotonic dystrophy and its herbal treatment and management by Planet Ayurveda’s herbal remedies.

Herbal Remedies For Myotonic Dystrophy

INTRODUCTION TO MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY

A myotonic dystrophy is a group of genetic disorders and types of muscular dystrophy and which is one of the most common kinds of it in adults. Signs and symptoms of this disorder can appear at any age but the most common age can be between 20-30 years. In this muscular disorder, there occurs progressive weakness and muscle wasting which gets worse over passing time. Myotonic dystrophy type one is more common than type two.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY

The two types of Myotonic dystrophy are usually similar but the symptoms can be slightly more severe than type two. However, some of the basic signs and symptoms which both involve are:

  • Muscle contractions are longer than normal, i.e. Myotonia
  • Speech is slurred
  • Lenses of the eye can become cloudy, i.e. Cataract
  • Electrical signals which control heartbeat can become defective, i.e. Cardiac conduction defects
  • Diabetes
  • Progressive muscle wasting
  • Progressive muscle weakness
  • Distal muscles, i.e. muscles that are far away from the center of the body are usually affected. For example, the face, legs, neck, and hands

There are certain other symptoms that can only occur in Myotonic dystrophy type 1 are constipation, trouble swallowing, or gallstones.

CAUSES OF MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY

The main causative factor behind Myotonic dystrophy is a genetic mutation. As myotonic dystrophy is of two types, i.e. type 1 and type 2, hence the mutation causing it is also of two types resulting in respective types. DM1 or type 1 is caused due to the alteration or mutation in the gene called DMPK, i.e. myotonic dystrophy protein kinase. Whereas DM2 or type 2 is caused due to mutation in the CNBP gene, i.e. nucleic acid binding protein gene. Certain proteins which are vital for many body functions are created by the instructions of the given genes. Hence any alteration or abnormal mutation in them causes the production of faulty protein or even protein might be absent which may result in affecting different organ systems like the brain, depending upon the functions of a certain protein.

DIAGNOSIS OF MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY

Neuromuscular disorders specialist doctors can often diagnose Myotonic dystrophy with the help of medical history and physical examination. Patterns of weakness, muscle wasting and myotonia are found here. Certain lab tests like EMG (Electromyography) can help in the confirmation of the diagnosis.

TREATMENT OF MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY

Conventionally there is no exact treatment for Myotonic dystrophy, type 1 or type 2. Medicines are given to control the disability and manage the symptoms like Mexitil is given to combat myotonia. For pain, your doctor would recommend certain anti-inflammatory medicines along with assistive devices for muscle weakness.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY

Ayurvedic treatment of Myotonic dystrophy can help in improving the quality of a patient’s life along with muscle growth. As per Ayurveda, Myotonic dystrophy is caused due to Vata Vriddhi (Aggravation of Vata dosha) and Dhatu kshaya. As it is an inherited condition hence complete cure is not necessary but proper Ayurvedic treatment can help in maintaining a good range of motion in all the joints of the body.

HERBAL REMEDIES OF PLANET AYURVEDA FOR MYOTONIC DYSTROPHY

Planet Ayurveda is a very well-known herbal pharmaceutical company that deals in the production of Ayurvedic medicines and products which are used by Ayurveda experts (MD Ayurvedic doctors) to treat various ailments naturally. For Myotonic dystrophy, Planet Ayurveda offers a combination of herbal remedies.

Myotonic dystrophy, Planet Ayurveda offers a combination of herbal remedies.

Products List

  1. Tribulus power
  2. Ashwagandha Ghrit
  3. Atirasadi churna
  4. Boswellia curcumin
  5. Gandhak Rasayan
  6. Bala Ashwagandha oil
  7. Dhanwantaram oil

Herbal Remedies For Myotonic Dystrophy

Herbal Remedies For Myotonic Dystrophy

Products Description

1. Tribulus power

This Ayurvedic formulation is prepared from Gokshur (Tribulus Terrestris) in its standardized form. Tribulus power capsules are used widely for treating various ailments including weakness of muscles. It helps in gaining the power of muscles back naturally.

Dosage  Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

2. Ashwagandha ghrit

Ashwagandha ghrit is a herbal formulation in the form of ghee prepared using Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) mainly. It balances the tridosha, i.e. vata, pitta, and kapha dosha, and helps in treating weakness of the muscles and general weakness.

Dosage  Take 1 teaspoon twice daily with warm water

3. Atirasadi churna

Ayurvedic herbs like Safed Musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Semal musli (Salmalia malabarica), Varahi kand (Dioscorea tuberosa), Gokshura (Tribulus Terrestris), Behmen (Centaurea Behmen), Kesar (Crocus sativus), etc. are used for preparing of Atirasadi churna. It helps in improving the weakness of hands and feet, gives strength, and helps in treating coordination problems.

Dosage  Take 1 teaspoon twice daily with warm milk after meals

4. Boswellia curcumin

Boswellia curcumin capsules are prepared from standardized extract of Haridra (Curcuma longa) and Shallaki (Boswellia serrata). These herbal capsules help in relieving the muscular pain of the limbs along with treating inflammation of the blood vessels.

Dosage  Take 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water

5. Gandhak rasayan

It is formulated using Shuddha gandhak (Purified sulfur). Gandhak rasayan helps in relieving inflammation in the body and eliminates the free radicals from the body which cause oxidative damage to the body.

Dosage  Take 2 tablets twice daily after meals with plain water

6. Balashwagandha oil

Balashwagandha oil helps in rejuvenating and restoring the function and strength of the muscles. This herbal oil tones up the nerves and helps in improving their conduction. It is prepared using herbs like ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Laksha (Laccifer lacca), Manjishthta (Rubia cordifolia), Durva (Cynodon dactylon), Sariva (Hemidesmus indicus), etc.

Direction  It is to be applied locally on the affected areas and massaged gently.

7. Dhanwantarm oil

It is prepared using herbs like Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris), Agnimantha (Premna mucronate), Dashmoola (Group of ten roots), Shalaparni (Desmodium gangeticum), Shyonaka (Oroxylum indicum), etc. Dhanwantaram oil helps in ameliorating the vitiated Vata dosha along with relieving the pain in muscles and rectum and anus spasms.

Direction  Slightly heats the oil (only warm) and apply on the affected part and then give hot fomentation over the affected muscular area.

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CONCLUSION

Ayurveda can help in improving the life quality of a person suffering from Myotonic dystrophy that too naturally. Our experts at Planet Ayurveda are always there to help such patients by healing them using the science of Ayurveda. You can write to us at herbalremedies123@yahoo.com and read about us at www.PlanetAyurveda.com

 

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February 24, 2023

West Syndrome Causes And Treatment With Ayurveda

Abstract

Parents of children with West Syndrome have difficulty understanding and managing their child. West syndrome includes seizures with various other mental and physical disabilities in the child. About 7 from 10 children with West Syndrome have severe mental disabilities. However, symptoms can be controlled to become severe by managing West Syndrome timely. Through this article, you will get to know how your child gets to suffer from West Syndrome and how they react. We will also discuss how you can treat your child safely with Ayurveda.

Herbal remedies for west syndrome

Introduction

West Syndrome is a rare form of epilepsy that begins in the first year of life in a child. It is also known as Infantile spasms or Epileptic Spasms. It usually begins between the third to the eighth month after childbirth. This syndrome can affect your child’s ability of thinking and disable their normal growth. The symptoms can be severe in many children which might land in complex disabilities and might cause death. But your child can live a normal life if the symptoms are managed on time and treated soon. The treatment completely depends on what caused West Syndrome in your child.

According to the symptoms, West Syndrome is characterized into three categories

  •  Symptomatic West Syndrome
  •  Cryptogenic West Syndrome
  •  Idiopathic West Syndrome

Ayurvedic aspect

In Ayurveda Epileptic Seizures are correlated to “Apsamar”. This condition occurs due to Vataj dosha and Rajas and Tamas Guna’s aggravation. Apsamar in infants occurs due to the aggravation of Vata dosha in the mother’s body which may affect the fetus. Continuation of the Vata diet after the delivery to the mother affects the child through dust breastfeeding. The still continuation of the Vata diet to the child further in his life aggravates the symptoms to a severe level. Discontinuation of improper diet and lifestyle is very necessary to improve the condition of the child. Along with it in Ayurveda Doctor prescribes various herbal medications to the child.

In Ayurveda, we can use various treatment protocols for better results which include 

  • Daivavapashrya chikitsa- Can be done by parents for their children.
  • Diet plans- The diet of the child is managed when the child is above the age of 7 years and the diet of the mother is managed if the child is below the age of 2 years.

Causes

Causes of West Syndrome could be

  •   Unknown
  •   Genetic causes
  •   Certain Metabolic disorders
  •   Lack of oxygen to the brain due to many reasons
  •   Brain trauma
  •   Infections leading to brain
  •   Malformation of the brain

Symptoms

Your child can show the following symptoms upon having West Syndrome

  •   Seizures
  •   Crying in an infant while or after the seizure attack
  •   Mental retardation
  •   Hypsarrhytmia (abnormal brain wave patterns)
  •   Loss of appetite
  •   Change in sleeping patterns
  •   Slow development
  •   Unable to understand things
  •   Difficulty in connecting to people

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is completely made after complete evaluation and confirmation through-

  •   History taking
  •   Physical examination
  •   Watching seizures
  •   Electroencephalogram (EEG)
  •   CT scan
  •   MRI scan
  •   Urine test
  •   Blood test
  •   CSF biopsy
  •   Gene tests

Treatment

The common treatment done for West Syndrome is

  • Medications
  •  Steroids
  •  Multivitamins
  •  Anti-epileptic drugs
  • Surgery

While these drugs may show adverse effects on your baby and hinders their normal physical growth. Do not compromise your child’s health knowingly, while you have safer options in Ayurveda.

Herbal remedies for West syndrome by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a certified company for preparing herbal medicines according to Ayurveda principles. The herbal medicines prepared by the company are prescribed by doctors for many health benefits and diseases. These medicines are completely herbal with no adverse effects. Also while formulating these medicines, proper care is taken of not adding any color or chemical to them. Planet Ayurveda’s Brain tonics and herbal medicines used in the treatment of West Syndrome are

Products List

1. Neurogenic Capsules

2. Saraswatarisht

3. Neuroplan Syrup

4. Kumar Kalyan Ras

5. Brahmi Ghrit

6. Anu Tailam

Herbal remedies for west syndrome

Herbal remeddies for west syndrome

Products Description

1. Neurogenie Capsules

These capsules are made from extracts of Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) – whole plant, and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). These herbs are very efficient in treating brain-related disorders.

Dosage  Have 1 capsule two times daily with water

2. Saraswatarisht 

This ayurvedic arista strengthens the mind and is prepared with herbs like – Twak (cinnamon), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Shunti (Zingiber officinalis), Dhataki (Woodfordia fruticosa), Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Vidari (Pueraria tuberosa), etc. The arista acts as an antidepressant and is effective in several mental conditions. It helps improve the condition of children with West Syndrome by strengthening the brain.

Dosage  Take 2 tablespoons (10 ml) twice daily by adding water.

3. Neuroplan Syrup

This patent ayurvedic syrup is prepared from Mandukparni (Centella asiatica), Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Marich (Piper nigrum), Madhuyashti (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Jyotishmati (Celastrus paniculatus), Bhojpatra (Betula utilis), Pippali (Piper longum), etc. All these herbs are very efficient in strengthening the brain and enhancing its activity of the brain by repairing damaged brain cells. The syrup also enhances nerve impulse transmission which improves the condition of your child naturally.

Dosage  Have 2 teaspoons of syrup twice daily

4. Kumar Kalyan Ras

This is a herbal mineral ayurvedic formulation that is a mixture of herbs Kumari ras (Aloe vera juice), Swarna bhasma (Gold calx), Makshik bhasma (Copper calx), Shudh parade (Purifies mercury), Mukta bhasma (pearl calx), Abhrak bhasma (processed mics). This ayurvedic medicine is manufactured for treating various brain disorders in children including epilepsy seizures. Proper dosage of the medicines reduces the symptoms of West Syndrome.

Dosage  Take 1 Vati twice daily.

5. Brahmi Ghrit

The ghrit is prepared from Danti (Baliospermum montanum), Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Saptala (Acacia sinuata), Pippali (Piper longum), etc. It is used in improving learning skills and intelligence.

Dosage  3 drops of ghrit twice daily for children below 7 years of age and half a teaspoon twice daily for children above 7 years of age.

6.  Anu Tailam

This ayurvedic herbal oil contains Til tail (Sesame oil), Devdaru (Cedrus deodar), Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), etc herbs. This medicated oil is indicated for maintaining healthy function of the ears, nose, and throat. The oil strengthens the nerves of the brain and nostril passage using oil with proper dosage and procedure.

Dosage  Put 2 drops of oil in each nostril daily. It is recommended only if the child is above the age of 7 years.

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Conclusion

Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient healing system with natural herbs. These ayurvedic medicines offer the opportunity to understand the nature of the mind in every individual and treat them accordingly. Ayurveda is the safest option to treat your child. For any queries contact us at www.planetayurved1a.com

 

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