Category: Neck Pain

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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September 17, 2021

Ayurvedic Treatment for Vocal Cord Palsy

Abstract

The vocal cord which is also known as Vocal folds that are responsible for the production of sound or speech. The vocal cords are located within the larynx at the top of the bacteria. These are the two bands of smooth muscle tissue found in the larynx (Voice box). The sound from vocal cords is produced when these cords vibrate after the air passes through the cords from the lungs. Then this sound is transferred or sent to the throat, nose and mouth. The sound of each person’s voice is different and decided by the size and shape of the vocal cords. Some of the vocal cord disorders are laryngitis, vocal nodules, vocal polyps, and vocal cord paralysis. Here in this article, we will discuss one of the vocal cord disorders and that is vocal cord palsy and its Ayurvedic treatment in detail.

Introduction

The vocal cord palsy is the paralysis of the vocal cords. It occurs when the nerve impulses to the voice box are disrupted. The disruption of nerve impulses results in the paralysis of the vocal cord muscles. It can affect the ability of speech and even breathing. Palsy means complete or partial absence of vocal cord movement. Two nerves are involved in this disease; one is recurrent laryngeal nerve and superior laryngeal nerve.

Vocal Cord Palsy
Ayurvedic Aspect of Vocal Cord Palsy

We can correlate this disease with Swarbheda or swarakshaya. Acharya Sushruta individually mentioned this disease in Uttaratantra chapter. Acharya Sudhruta stated that when a person proclaims with high pitch, reading in louder voice, injury, improper use of voice, consumption of excessive cold food items then the doshas are exacerbated and invade or localize in the vocal cord. This further causes modification in the vocal cord functioning. The ability of talking or speech is lost partially or completely as a result of this impairment of voice box.

Types of Vocal Cord Palsy

The vocal cord palsy is of two types i.e. Unilateral vocal cord palsy and bilateral vocal cord palsy

  1. Unilateral vocal cord palsy: in this type, the paralysis occurs on the one side of the vocal cord and it presents with dysphonia, difficulty in swallowing, shortness of breath. It occurs when there is damage to the recurrent laryngeal nerve.
  1. Bilateral vocal cord palsy: In this type, both sides of vocal cords are affected and it denotes reduced or absent movement of both vocal cords that resulting from the impaired function of the vagus nerve or its distal branch that is recurrent laryngeal nerve.

Etiology/Cause

In this disease, the nerve impulses to the voice box or vocal cord are disrupted, further resulting in the paralysis of the vocal cord muscles. The exact is not now but some factors that are responsible for vocal cord palsy are:

  • Injury to the vocal cord during surgery
  • Neck or chest injury
  • Stroke
  • Tumor
  • Endotracheal intubation
  • Neurological conditions like multiple sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease
  • Infections like Lyme disease, Epstein-Barr virus, and herpes

Clinical features/Signs and symptoms

In most of the cases only one side of the vocal cord is paralysed. Paralysis of both sides is rare but if it occurs then it can be a serious condition. This can cause significant problems with breathing and swallowing. The symptoms of vocal cord palsy include:

  • A breathy quality to the voice
  • Hoarseness of voice
  • Inability to speak loudly
  • Noisy breathing
  • Loss of vocal pitch
  • Ineffective coughing
  • Frequent throat clearing
  • Choking or coughing while swallowing food, drink, or saliva
  • The need to take frequent breaths while speaking
  • Loss of your gag reflex

Risk factors

Factors that may increase the risk of developing vocal cord palsy include

  • Undergoing chest of throat surgery
  • Patient who is suffering from neurological problems

Diagnosis

A doctor will ask about symptoms to diagnose this condition. To further evaluate the voice problems, a doctor will performed the following tests

  • Laryngoscopy
  • Laryngeal electromyography
  • To rule out other diseases some blood tests and scans are done like MRI scans, CT scans to rule out other diseases.

Ayurvedic Treatment for Vocal Cord Palsy

A person who is suffering from vocal cord palsy involves the following things to manage this condition

  • Scrupulously avoid the causative factors
  • Kavala grahan (Mouth gargling/oil pulling)
  • Nasya (Nasal drops)
  • Dhumapan (Medicated herbal smoking)

Some Classical Formulations for Swarabheda are

Rasa

  • Bhairav ras
  • Kinnar kanth ras

Vati

  • Lavangadi vati
  • Eladi vati
  • Marichyadi vati
  • Vyoshadi vati

Churna

  • Ajmodadi churna
  • Pippali churna
  • Chavyadi churna

Kwath

  • Kantakari kwath
  • Gojihvadi kwath

Herbal Remedies for Vocal Cord Palsy

Planet Ayurveda provides wonderful herbal remedies for this disease. The products of Planet Ayurveda are 100% natural and vegetarian and also they are free from chemicals and preservatives. The herbal products offered by this company are:

  1. Ashwagandha ghrita
  2. Brahmi chyawanprash
  3. Kanchnaar guggul
  4. Tumo trim capsules
  5. Shilajit capsules

Products Description

1. Ashwagandha Ghrita

This is an Ayurvedic formulation in ghrit form. This herbal formulation contains Ashwagandha as a main ingredient. It is useful as aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, antioxidants, anti-stress, analgesic, and healing properties. This formulation is made from the herbs like kakoli (Fritillaria roylei), Kasheera kakoli (Roscoea purpurea), Vriddhi (Habenaria intermedia), Jivaka (Malaxis acuminata), etc. It maintains the health of muscles and neurons. It is the best nerve tonic. This balances vata dosha and has good results in this condition.

Dosage: ½ teaspoon twice daily with warm water.

2. Brahmi Chyawanprash

This is a wonderful herbal supplement for neurological disorders. It provides strength to the body. It is made from herbs like Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), along with other herbs. This formulation increases the coordination between brain neurons thus helpful in improving the short and long term memory. Due to these properties it has a good result in vocal cord palsy.

Dosage: One teaspoon twice daily.

3. Kanchnaar Guggul

It is a classical formulation. It has many herbs like Kachnaar bark (Bauhinia variegata), Hariraki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia chebula), Piper (Piper longum), Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Black pepper (Piper nigrum),  Varuna (Crateva religiosa) and many more. The ingredients in this formulation are very beneficial in managing conditions like tumors, swollen lymph nodes, cancer, etc. these properties make this classical formulation very effective.

Dosage: 2 tablets twice a day after meals with plain water.

4. Tumo Trim Capsules

This is a polyherbal formulation of Planet Ayurveda in a capsule form. It is prepared from the ingredients like Haridra (Curcuma longa), Shallaki (Boswellia serrata), along with other herbs. These ingredients naturally trim the tumor’s growth and give strength to the body. It stops the unwanted growth of cancer cells and prevents further growth. It also provides strength to the neurons and thus provides.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice a day after meals with plain water.

5. Shilajit capsules

This is a single herbal formulation. This herbal formulation is well known for reducing weakness. This herbal medicine improves the mental as well as physical health. It has antioxidants, adaptive, rejuvenating, Rasayana properties. This formulation is made from the standardized extracts of Shilajit (Asphaltum punjabianum). Shilajit is the best supplement for providing nourishment to the body. This ingredient has high affinity for free radicals and helps in detoxifying the body from free radicals.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice a day after meals with plain water.

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Conclusion

We can manage Vocal cord palsy by proper diet and lifestyle. This disease can have an impact on personal as well as professional life of the person. These above-mentioned herbal formulations show great results in managing these types of chronic conditions and also don’t have any kind of side effects if used for a long time.. For better results just follow the herbal treatment from Planet Ayurveda because the products of this company are 100% natural and free from chemicals and additives. For more details of our products, you can check our website www.PlanetAyurveda.com.  For more queries, you can send your queries to our email id herbalremedies123@yahoo.com

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