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August 10, 2023

Vestibular Hypofunction Causes, Symptoms, and Herbal Treatment

ABSTRACT

Ears are one of the paired organs in our body, which helps in first of all hearing and then balancing. There are many conditions that can affect ears and hamper its functioning. When sound waves launch into the ear canal the eardrum (tympanic membrane) vibrates. Vibration shifts to the ossicles and amplifies. These soundwaves then transmit into the inner ear. There are tiny hair cells inside that send electrical waves up to the Brain and make one hear that voice. How the ears help in balancing, the inner ear consists of semicircular canals that are filled with hair like sensors and fluid. When one moves the head that fluid moves the hair cells in the canal. Then it transmits the information with the vestibular nerve, then the Brain passes signals to the body to stay balanced. So if there is deformity in the ear system one may suffer from various hearing and balance issues. About one such balancing issue we are going to discuss in this given article that is Vestibular Hypofunction. So let’s have a look!!!!!

INTRODUCTION

Varun Dhawan, a famous Bollywood Actor was recently diagnosed with Vestibular Hypofunction. He said that I just shut down, my balance goes off, but I am pushing myself hard. As we are in this running world and there is a great purpose why we are here in this world. So I am trying to search for mine and you must have to go searching for your own. Vestibular Hypofunction means when the inner ear part of the balance system is not working properly. The vestibular system is situated in the inner ear and helps in maintaining body balance along with the muscles and eyes. When this system is not working properly then it sends wrong messages to the Brain and a person will feel dizziness and vertigo. These disorders can occur at any age but most commonly it affects the old age people. The ear consists of a complex system of cartilages and bones and within it there is a network of canals  that are known as semicircular canals which are filled with fluid. This whole system assists in maintaining the balance of the body, if it gets disturbed it leads to Vestibular Hypotension. Let’s discuss this disease in detail as below!!!

Vestibular Hypofunction

SOME FACTS ABOUT VESTIBULAR HYPOFUNCTION

  • This is a chronic condition
  • If this condition will not recover it will lead to various dynamic signs that can persist for lifelong
  • When one turns their head towards the affected labyrinth, they may experience imbalance and blurred vision.
  • Most patients are able to easily walk without any difficulty within 48 hours and many of them return to their normal activity within 2 weeks.

CAUSES OF VESTIBULAR HYPOFUNCTION

There are various causes of Vestibular Hypofunction, common one are listed below

  • Inner ear problems like poor circulation and various previous problems
  • Ear infections
  • Accumulation of calcium debris inside semicircular canals.
  • Vestibular Neuritis
  • Labyrinthitis
  • Due to aging
  • Any traumatic injury like concussion
  • Blood clots in Brain or Brain tumors

SYMPTOMS OF VESTIBULAR HYPOFUNCTION

The symptoms of this condition usually depends upon the cause, following are the common symptoms one may experience in case of Vestibular Hypofunction

  • Feeling imbalanced
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Disorientation
  • Stumbling;
  • Falling
  • Feeling of floating
  • Feeling the world is spinning

Following are some less common symptoms experienced by patients with  Vestibular Hypofunction

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Fear
  • Anxiety
  • Irregular heart rhythm

DIAGNOSIS OF VESTIBULAR HYPOFUNCTION

For diagnosing this condition Physician will check on Era, nose and throat as well. There are various conditions that can lead to lightheadedness or dizziness so the diagnosis part must be carried forward very carefully. After taking review over the medical history the Physician will perform the following examinations

  • Blood tests
  • Vision examination
  • Hearing examination
  • Clinical test to evaluate balance
  • Certain imaging tests for Brain and Head

AYURVEDIC VIEW OF VESTIBULAR HYPOFUNCTION

Ayurveda is a wonderful ancient holistic system of healing. This holistic system has been working for more than 3000 years. Ayurveda assists in maintaining health of the individual as well as helps in  alleviating any of the diseased conditions or health issues. Earlier we read about the condition of Vestibular hypofunction as per modern science, Ayurveda consider this condition as a result of vitiated Vata Dosha. Mainly if we talk about Vata Dosha this condition is considered as Pranavrita Vyana Vayu. The symptoms of Pranavrita Vyana Vayu are hindrance in functioning of all the sense organs and depletion of mental power, treatment can be done the same as that of the treatment in all diseases of upper clavicle region.

The main symptom of this condition is Brahma. Brahma is one of the common Manas Vyadhi. In this condition mainly Vata and Pitta Sharirika Dosha is involved  and Raj mansa dosha is involved. In this condition due to depletion of tama guna one may lose consciousness. In this condition one may feel everything is revolving around him and as per modern this symptom is known as vertigo. According to Madhava Nidaan (Brahma Roga) a person with Brahma roga may experience symptoms such as revolving of head and person may get fainted again and again.

Line of treatment for this condition is considered as following

  • Nidaan Parivarjan: It includes the causes due to which this condition is caused to be avoided.
  • Virechana: Virechana karma assist in managing Pitta dosha, for this purpose is it to be done is case of vestibular hypofunction
  • Basti karma: As we read earlier Vata dosha dosha vitiation is one of the causes of Vestibular Hypofunction. Basti is one of the best Treatment for Vata dosha, so by giving Basti we can manage the condition of Vestibular hypofunction.
  • Sansarjana krama: Sansarjana Krama is a special diet regimen that is to be followed after Vaman and virechana karma, so this diet is advised after performing virechana karma.
  • Shamana Chikitsa:
  • Drink coconut water mixing with sugar
  • Decoction of Duralabha Fagonia cretica mix with cow’s ghee and rock sugar
  • Give Rasayan herbs mixing with Cow’s milk and rock sugar
  • Karana Poorana: In this procedure ears are filled with warm herbal medicated oil. This remedy is effective for all kinds of ear disorders. This full procedure includes filling of oil in ear, head and neck massage. The procedure lasts for 30 minutes.

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA FOR VESTIBULAR HYPOFUNCTION

Planet Ayurveda is a company which makes various herbal remedies that can be taken for getting rid of any disease condition or preventing yourself from any kind of health concern. All the remedies are prepared under the guidance of M.D. Ayurveda practitioners. The formulations are free from any kind of added preservatives, fillers, colours, synthesised material, raisins, etc. Planet Ayurveda has various distributors across the globe who operate from the exclusive outlets from various parts of the world. The products by Planet Ayurveda can very well handle Vestibular Hypofunction and give impressive results. Planet Ayurveda offers the following listed herbs for managing the same, let’s discuss how each and every product assists in managing the same.

  • BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN
  • GUGGUL CAPSULES
  • NEUROGENIE CAPSULES
  • INDIAN VALERIANA
  • MEMORY SUPPORT

Herbal Remedies for Vestibular Hypofunction

Herbal Remedies For Vestibular Hypofunction

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN

Boswellia Curcumin is one of the polyherbal formulations of Planet Ayurveda available in capsule form. These capsules consist of standardised extract of herbs like Shallaki (Boswellia Serrata) and Haridra (Curcuma longa). Both these herbs have wonderful rejuvenating effects so it prevents the damage to the vestibular nerve. These are miraculous analgesics so if someone faces pain in case of Vestibular Hypofunction that will be reduced with these capsules.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. GUGGUL CAPSULES

Guggul Capsules is a single herbal capsule formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda. These capsules are made up of standardised extract of Guggul (Commiphora mukul). Guggul is one of the best ayurvedic antioxidants. As in this condition there may be damage to the Vestibular nerve so to prevent that further damage must consume Planet Ayurveda’s Guggul Capsules. This remedy is also very effective in reducing anxiety, fear, etc.

Dosage: 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals

3. NEUROGENIE CAPSULES

Nuerogenie Capsules is a miraculous capsule formulation which maintains the health of the Nervous System. These capsules consist of standardised extract of herbs like Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Both these herbs have rejuvenating, memory boosting, antioxidant and adaptogenic properties. These properties of  the herbal remedy make it effective in reducing symptoms such as fear, anxiety, irregular heart rhythm, feeling imbalance, etc.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

4. INDIAN VALERIANA

Indian Valeriana is one of the capsule formulations made up by Planet Ayurveda that is categorized under the single herbal capsule formulation. These capsules consist of standardized extract of herb Tagar (Valeriana wallichii). This herb has hypnotic, sedative, anticonvulsant and antidepressant properties. Also tagar have anxiolytic properties that assists in reducing anxiety. So these properties of Tagar make it effective in the management of the symptoms of Vestibular hypofunction.

Dosage:1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

MEMORY SUPPORT

Memory support is one of the polyherbal capsule formulations of Planet ayurveda. These herbal capsules consists of standardized extract of herbs like Brahmi  (Bacopa monnieri), Vacha (Acorus calamus), Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) and  Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis). As the name suggests this remedy is effective in boosting the memory power by supporting Brain activity. All the herbs present in these capsules effectively promote the activity of the vestibular nerve and regulate the balance of the body, thus helping in managing Vestibular Hypofunction.

Dosage:1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

CONCLUSION

Vestibular Hypofunction means when the inner ear part of the balance system is not working properly. The balance of the body is maintained by the Vestibular system and when this system is not working properly due to some reasons then a person may face failure in balancing their body. Common causes of Vestibular Hypofunction includes ear infections, Labyrinthitis, Due to aging, Any traumatic injury like concussion, Blood clots in Brain or Brain tumors. Symptoms of this condition include Feeling imbalanced, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Disorientation, Stumbling, Falling, Feeling of floating, etc. As per Ayurveda this condition can be correlated to Pranavrita Vyana Vayu and its main symptom is considered as Brahma. For managing this condition Planet Ayurveda provides various herbal remedies that you can consume to manage your vestibular hypofunction.

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August 10, 2023

What Is Sound Therapy, Its Types and Effects on Body Functions

Sound Therapy

ABSTRACT

This is to be noted from a long time that particular sounds directly affect our body’s ability for healing from different disharmonious issues, states or diseases. From imbalance related to anxiety, various nervous disorders, Cancer, recent research shows how various sounds affect a person on cellular levels and provides physiological, broad results. Possibilities show very beneficial effects which includes listening, toning, music, chanting, humming and providing one’s observation towards the various instrumental sounds. In this article we are going to discuss what sound therapy is and how it is effective for healing various health issues.

Sound Therapy

WHAT IS SOUND THERAPY?

Sound Therapy refers to a broad range of therapies in which various types of sounds are used that treat physical as well as mental conditions. One of such Sound Therapy is Music Therapy, in which a person listens to music for various conditions like muscle tension, stress, etc. Music is one such component of this therapy, sound vibrations are mainly used in Sound therapy to manage various physical as well as mental conditions. Sound waves in sound therapy are used to restore the healthy balance in the body. These healing waves are transmitted by a voice or any instrument like electronic equipment, tuning forks or chanting bowls.

TYPES OF SOUND THERAPY

Following are some types of Sound Therapy

Tibetan Singing Bowls

These bowls are also known as standing bells. Besides being used as a musical instrument these bowls are for religious practices such as chanting and meditation. The most interesting feature of these bowls is for sound healing therapy. These bowls are also used for restoring normal vibrational frequencies of the body due to its broad range of sounds produced by these bowls.

Gong Bath

Gong bath is also known as sound bath that is one of the Asian sound healing techniques of ancient times. This technique produces vibration of water in the overall body and provides well-being. This technique is known as sound bath as the person will be going to take a bath in the sound waves. This therapy is good for those patients who don’t feel comfortable to be touched. The sound created with the gong bath creates a wide range of vibrations. These vibrations bring the whole self into conformity.

Tuning Fork

The usage of tuning fork is to check whether the musical instrument is in tune or not. But nobody thought that they could also be used for healing purposes. This tuning fork was firstly used by orthopaedics to examine the stress fractures in the large bones. After this the sound therapists start using tuning forks to increase the amount of energy in the body parts by its vibrations and make them heal. These vibrations also help to provide relaxation, increasing physical energy and balancing the nervous system.

Om chanting

Most of us know what chanting is, the most popular one is Gregorian Chant. When you listen to the Chanting you definitely feel that you are in a different universe. Beside this if we talk about Om Chanting, it’s somehow different. This is basically a mantra that is practiced before starting and after finishing the yoga session. Various researches show that Chanting can lower blood pressure, stabilize the heart rate, improves circulation, aids metabolism process and it also helps in alleviating stress levels.

Classical Music

There is something behind why the musicians have great space in people’s hearts especially the classical musicians. When we listen to Classical music, it helps in enhancing creativity and learning, in child development and pregnancy. This is also considered as a great tool used for Sound therapy. Research shows that Classical Music also helps in alleviating physical ailments such as muscle tension and high blood pressure. For this there is one term used that is Music Therapy which is most commonly used Sound healing technique nowadays to help patients with various ailments, physical as well as mental.

Humming

Humming is a reaction whenever we feel happy. It is a sound produced by lips close, emerging sound from nose with wordless tone. This sound is generally very simple but it reflects the emotions according to the situation. The wonderful thing is everybody has the capability to produce Humming Sound. Do you even think this simple activity can even heal you? The research shows that this Humming sound helps in reducing stress, promoting calmness, enhancing sleep and even boost the levels of Oxytocin in the Brain which makes us happy.

Kirtan

The Kirtan practice is also used for Sound Therapy. Kirtan is a type of music which can narrate the story, recites, then tells the idea of Story. In this practice the leader first sings the Mantra then the audience recites the same. In this rhythm the audience connects with each and everyone. Kritan promotes the ability of meditation, making you learn to receive and give, after this a person will develop inner healing.

EFFECTS OF SOUND THERAPY ON BODY HEALING

In today’s era of stress, frustration and anxiety this is difficult to get a gap from pressure of day to day activities. There is one such way with which we can make a positive change in our life and relieve stress from life, that is Sound Therapy. In the way our body reacts to various vibrations and sounds, it produces a positive impact on our mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. Following are the benefits of Sound Therapy

  • Relieves Stress
  • Boost confidence
  • Fewer headaches
  • Gives more focus
  • Improved relationships
  • Provides more energy
  • Makes you think more clearly
  • Improves the attention span
  • Improves organization skills
  • Provides relief from common ailments

AYURVEDIC APPROACH OF SOUND THERAPY

Everyone has a distinctive connection with music. Most of the people experience different effects on the music body and mind daily. We all are musicians that can connect our life and spirit with rhythms, but only we ourselves can find out which kind of music resonates with us. Ayurveda, A holistic science believes that we can choose music according to our type that can make us achieve a well balanced state of wellbeing. The body type as per Ayurveda depends upon the dosha which is predominately governing your psychological and physiological functions. First step in finding the right music according to your body type is to evaluate dosha which is predominant in your body. After finding the dosha and the type of your body then only you can compose, play and enjoy the music.

For Vata type of people

For vata type of person or someone with vata imbalance must listen to music with low, soft and mellow tones. Also includes listening to the musical instruments like mandolin, guitar, cello, bass and wind instruments like didgeridoo and chimes. Harmonium is also very meditative and healing for Vata type of people and also these people can learn to play Himalayan Singing Bowls that are also very calm and soothing.

For Pitta type of people

Pitta type of people must listen to the music with soft, mid-range and rhythmic music. The congenial types of musical instruments that balance pitta dosha are dulcimer, violin and mandolin. So for pitta type of people it is a must to listen to music with soothing and gentle percussion.

For Kapha type of people

These people can listen to the music with higher tones and energy with a solid baseline. Dholak, tabla and all types of drums like water drums and african conga as well as chimes, bells, accordion, Incan panpipes, piano, electric keyboard are all considerable instruments for kapha type of person to play and learn.

CONCLUSION

Sound Therapy refers to a broad range of therapies in which various types of sounds are used that treat physical as well as mental conditions. There are various types of sound therapies which include Tibetan singing bowls, kirtan, humming, classical music, om chanting, gong bath, etc. All these sound therapies help in managing various kinds of disorders like stress, headaches, depression, etc. Also sound therapy has a great impact on our body like it assists in boosting confidence, improves attention span, organization skills, provides more energy and many more positive impacts. According to Ayurveda it is a must to listen or play music according to your body type as explained in this article. So we advise you to heal yourself with the help of Sound therapy and make music as part of your daily life for making your life better.

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