Ayurvedic Treatment Success in Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA): A Case Study
Here is a case study of patient Mr. Prakhar Bharti, focusing on the Ayurvedic treatment of Spinocerebellar Ataxia with success at Sukhayu Ayurved.
Name: Mr. Prakhar Bharti
Age: 48 years
Condition: Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA)
Onset: Age 45
Family History: Strong genetic link to SCA
Initial Complaints
When Mr. Prakhar first visited Sukhayu Ayurved, Jaipur, he was already facing a challenging battle with Spinocerebellar Ataxia, a rare and progressive neurodegenerative disorder. His symptoms included:
- Loss of balance and coordination while walking
- Slurred and unclear speech
- Unsteady gait with frequent risk of falls
- Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
- Intermittent tremors
- Disturbed sleep
- Frequent mood swings and irritability
His SARA Score (Scale for Assessment and Rating of Ataxia) was 30, indicating severe neurological dysfunction.
Phase-Wise Ayurvedic Management of SCA at Sukhayu Ayurved
Ayurvedic treatment is like a journey. There are certain phases of Journey. And in case of SCA, the journey is more complex because the nature of the disease thus we plan the treatment properly in different stages and steps. Teh same was done with Mr. Prakhar for treatment of spinocerebellar ataxia.
First Admission: January 2023
Duration: 21 days
Supervising Physician: Vaidya Dr. Pardeep Sharma (M.D. Ayurveda)
The treatment protocol was divided into three focused phases:
Week 1 – Detoxification & Sama Vata Management
- Aama Pachana to remove metabolic toxins
- Kashaya Basti and Taila Basti to balance Apana Vata
- Poddikizhi (Choorna Pinda Sweda) to stimulate neuromuscular function
- Udvartana for nervous stimulation and lymphatic drainage
Week 2 & 3 – Vata Shamana and Majja Brimhana
- Shiro Basti for calming central nervous system and stabilizing mood
- Pizhichil for full-body oleation and tremor control
- Shashtika Shali Pinda Sweda for strength, nourishment, and coordination
- Continued Basti therapy (medicated decoction and oil)
Outcome at Discharge:
SARA score improved from 30 to 28, and the patient began to experience initial relief, especially in mood, sleep, and motor coordination.
Continued Support at Home
After discharge, the patient continued:
- Rasayana-based Ayurvedic medications tailored for nervous tissue regeneration
- Vata-pacifying diet with light, warm, nourishing food
- Lifestyle modifications for stress management and mental calmness
Second Admission: June 2023
Duration: 14 days
The second Panchakarma session focused purely on Vata pacification, repeating the same protocols of:
- Shirobasti
- Pizhichil
- Shashtikashali Sweda
- Taila and Kashaya Basti
SARA Score:
Before admission – 22
After therapy – 18
This marked a remarkable 40% improvement since the first visit.
Final Review: February 2025
At the latest follow-up, Mr. Prakhar is living a normal, independent life. His complaints have significantly reduced. He reported:
- No more choking or swallowing issues
- Improved gait and balance
- Clearer speech
- Stable emotional health
- No tremors in the past few months
SARA Score: 10
Ayurvedic Interpretation of the Disease
| Clinical Symptom | Ayurvedic Perspective |
|---|---|
| Gait imbalance, tremors | Vyana Vata and Majja Dhatu Dushti |
| Slurred speech | Udana Vata disturbance |
| Dysphagia | Prana-Udana Vata dysfunction |
| Mood swings | Manovaha Srotas Dushti, aggravated Rajas/Tamas |
| Sleep disturbance | Vata-Pitta vitiation in mind and nervous system |
Hope Beyond Management in SCA with Ayurvedic treatme
Modern medicine offers limited options in neurodegenerative conditions like Spinocerebellar Ataxia, often limited to symptomatic relief.
At Sukhayu Ayurved, we offer more than management — we offer transformation through structured Panchakarma, Dosha balancing, and Rasayana-based nerve regeneration.
Mr. Prakhar’s journey is proof that even complex genetic disorders can be improved — naturally, gently, and effectively — through Ayurveda.
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