Hypothenar Eminence Fasiculations and Ayurvedic Treatment
ABSTRACT
The hypothenar muscles are three groups of powers of the palm which is twitching in muscles. The integrity of the human hand is one of the factors apart from other animals and primates. The movement plays a significant role in the evolution of humans. Neuromuscular disease is a disease that usually affects the nervous system, the neuromuscular junction, and the skeletal muscle. It can be acquired or genetic. It is caused by autoimmune disorders which are genetic disorders, they are progressive in nature and result in the weakness of muscles and fatigue. Muscles are the soft tissues and there are more than 600 muscles in the body. Some muscles voluntarily control the nervous system of the body and some muscles are involuntary and work automatically such as in the digestive system. The muscles play a very important role in every system and in various functions of the body which help in pumping blood, digesting food, and getting rid of waste. In this article, we are going to discuss hypothenar muscle causes and its symptoms with its ayurvedic aspect in detail.
INTRODUCTION
The word thenar means fleshy mounds which are associated with two thenars, located on the palmar surface of the hand. These thenar mounds are known as thenar and hypothenar eminence, the thenar eminence is the fleshy mound at the base of the thumb and hypothenar eminence is located at the base of the fifth digit (little finger). The hypothenar eminence is made up of four muscles but three are the primary muscles- Four muscles are abductor digit, the minimi muscle, the flexor digit minimi brevis muscle, the opponents’ digit minimi muscle, and the palmaris brevis muscle. The thenar eminence is developed from the mesoderm and ectoderm germ layer, the mesenchymal tissue forms the blood vessel which perfuses the hypothenar eminence. Arterial injury to the ulnar artery affects HT eminence due to insufficient flow of the blood which leads to Hypothenar hammer syndrome (this condition tends to affect the individual who works with tools not able to grip and repetitively pounding the tools). Proximal compression of the nerves shows some symptomatic changes in resting and active presentation of the hand, due to a decrease in the sensation and feeling of needles and pins sensation. HT eminence indicates a C8 spinal root lesion.
CAUSES
- Hypothenar atrophy of the ulnar nerve which supplies the three primary hypothenar muscles
- Vascular occlusion (Hypothenar hammer syndrome)
- Guyon’s Canal (when the ulnar nerve passes through the hamate and pisiform nerve)
SYMPTOMS
- Twitching of the muscles
- Abnormal sensation in the little finger and some part of the ring finger on the side of the palm
- Weakness
- Loss of coordination
- Pain
- Decreased and burning sensation
- Numbness in the area which is controlled by nerve
- Tingling sensation
DIAGNOSIS
- Blood test
- MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging)
- Electromyography
- Nerve biopsy
MANAGEMENT
- Rest
- Icing
- Physiotherapy
- Surgery
- Corticosteroids injections around the nerve
- Gabapentin
- Pregabalin
AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT
Ayurveda is a life science that deals with illness with herbs and minerals and carries dietary and daily regime management. In ayurveda, there is tridosha (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) which is responsible for many neurological diseases. Mainly Vata dosha is associated with the neurological system such as numbness, pain, muscle twitching, and tingling sensation. In ayurveda, Hypothenar eminence fasciculation is compared with Vishwachi. Vishwachi is a vataja nanatmaja disorder that is characterized by pain in the upper extremities which is difficult in raising hands and emaciation of muscles of the hand.
NIDANA
1. Aharaja Hetus
- Excess intake of rukshas, laghu, and seta Sahara increases the Vata doshas
2. Rasas
- Kshaya, katu and tikta rasa
3. Sevana Vidhi-
- Decreased quantity of food
- Eating incompatible food
- Malnutrition
4. Visharaja Hetus
- Langhans
- Dhavana
- Utks’epa
5. Mansika Hetus
- China
- Soka
- Bhaya
- Rajo guna pradhan which aggravates the Vata doshas.
SAMPRAPTI
Due to nidana, Vata dosha gets prakopa and moves all over the body and when it comes in contact with Ekta srotas it fills them and produces savanna and kanga vyadhi. In vishwachi the Vata dosha moves all over the body in Greece which makes it their adhisthana, Vata fills the srotas and causes the various symptoms of vishwachi.
SAMPRAPTI GHATAKA
Doshas- Vata, vyana vata
Dushya- ras, rakta, mamas, meda, nadi sansthan
Adhisthana- Greeva
Srotas- Chestavaha srotas
Rogamarga- Madhyama
Vyadhi Swabhava- chirkari
TREATMENT
- Abhanga
- Swedan
- Uttarbhaktikha snehapana
- Nasya
The Vata Nashik management is the key point that is used in the treatment of vishwachi or hypothenar eminence fasciculations.
HERBS USED FOR HYPOTHENAR EMINENCE FASCICULATIONS
- SHATAVARI
Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) has a coolant property that is very useful in gastritis problems and has an aphrodisiac effect. It is helpful in blood disorders and helps to balance the hormones. Helpful in breast enlargement and involves the normal involution of the uterus and helps to stop bleeding in a few weeks, is an excellent gym supplement that helps to improve muscle mass. It is a very good nerve tonic that is helpful in neurological diseases and relieves diabetic neuropathy.
- ASHWAGANDHA
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a powerful herb in ayurveda that helps in the treatment of anxiety and is a good anti-oxidant and sexual stimulant. Ashwagandha improves the growth of the body, useful in many cardiac disorders, and improves intelligence. Improves the strength of the body and relieves stress as it has anti-anxiety properties useful in treating diabetes and in cognitive impairment disorders.
- JYOTISHMATI
Jyotishmati (Celastrus paniculatus) is an ancient ayurvedic herb that is used for health benefits. It improves intelligence and has hot potency. Balances Vata and Kapha dosha, which improves the digestion process and memory. It is a useful herb for anemia, liver disorders, and quick healing. It is a well-known cardiac tonic that improves memory and concentration and has anti-inflammatory properties.
- SONTH
Ginger is useful for indigestion, asthma, and in conditions like nausea. It helps to balance the Kapha dosha and has patina, bandana, and Diana properties. Sonth is helpful in relieving constipation and is a well-known cardiac tonic. Treats the bloating, promotes digestion, in hemorrhoids, and in treating the vitiated Vata doshas. Has anti-inflammatory properties and is useful in throat diseases and is helpful in chronic respiratory disorders.
HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA FOR HYPOTHENAR EMINENCE FASCICULATIONS
Planet Ayurveda is an eminent GMP-certified, ISO 9001: 2015 certified, and US and FDA-registered Ayurvedic company that adheres to the objective of manufacturing quality Ayurvedic products as mentioned in a number of ancient texts of Ayurveda. Formulations are manufactured without any additives and preservatives and any other kinds of chemicals and artificial flavoring agents which can have a number of side effects on the human body. Products manufactured on the planet Ayurveda are pure and devoid of any kind of adulteration. They are pure, organic and 100% vegetarian, and gluten-free. Planet ayurveda provides herbal remedies for hypothenar eminence fasciculations without causing any side effects.
Products List
1. Vrihat Vatchintamani Rasa
2. Ashwagandhaghan Vati
3. Nature Amino
4. Neurogenic Capsules
5. Neuro Plan Syrup
Products Description
1. Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras
Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras is a classical ayurvedic formulation that is made by planet ayurveda using various ingredients such as Rajata Bhasma (Silver calx), Abhrak Bhasma (Mica ash), Mukta Bhasma (Pearl Calx) and many more. This tablet is useful in Vata disorders and is an excellent rejuvenator with an anti-aging property. Helps to heal damaged nerves and neuritis. It helps to pacify the Vata doshas and in the wellness of the neurological system.
Dosage 1 tablet twice daily (to be chewed)
2. Ashwagandhaghan Vati
Ashwagandhaghan Vati is a herbal tablet formulation which is made by planet ayurveda containing Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). It helps to rejuvenate the cells of the body and strengthen the muscles and is helpful in demyelinating and in degenerative conditions for the neurons. Ashwagandha improves neurological impulses and helps in proper movement and in sensation.
Dosage 2 tablets twice daily after meals with plain water
3. Nature Amino
Nature Amino is a herbal powder which is made by planet ayurveda consisting of Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Gokshura (Tribulus Terrestris), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), and many more. The herbs present in this polyherbal powder formulation are helpful in the wellness of the nervous system which helps to enhance the absorption of nutrients, it provides strength to the ulnar nerve too.
Dosage 1 tsp twice daily
4. Neurogenic Capsules
Neurogenic Capsules are polyherbal capsules which are made by planet ayurveda consisting of Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). They are known for their rasayan property which is helpful in promoting muscle health and nerve conduction. It is helpful in managing Vata disorders. These herbal medicines are helpful in managing the twitching of the muscles in hypothenar eminence.
Dosage 1 capsule twice daily after meals with plain water
5. Neuro Plan Syrup
Neuroplan Syrup is a herbal syrup which is made by planet ayurveda using Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Bhojpatra (Betula utilis), Maricha (Piper nigrum), Honey and Sugar, and many more. It contains various ingredients which are helpful in neurological diseases, helps to heal damaged nerves, and is pacifying the Vata doshas.
Dosage 2 tsp twice daily.
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CONCLUSION
The hypothenar muscles are three groups of powers of the palm which is twitching in muscles. The integrity of the human hand is one of the factors apart from other animals and primates. It is caused by autoimmune disorders which are genetic disorders, they are progressive in nature and result in the weakness of muscles and fatigue. The hypothenar eminence is made up of four muscles but three are the primary muscles- The four muscles are the abductor digit, minimi muscle, the flexor digit minimi brevis muscle, the opponent’s digit minimi muscle, and the palmaris brevis muscle. HT eminence indicates a C8 spinal root lesion. Mainly Vata dosha is associated with the neurological system such as numbness, pain, muscle twitching, and tingling sensation. In ayurveda, Hypothenar eminence fasciculation is compared with Vishwachi. Planet ayurveda provides many herbal remedies for hypothenar eminence fasciculation which are helpful and cause no side effects.
