✋ Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Integrating Ayurvedic and Modern Perspectives for Holistic Management

At Yogakshema Ayurveda Hospital

🌿 Introduction

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), known in Ayurveda as Maniprabandha Vata, is a painful and often debilitating condition involving the wrist and hand. At Yogakshema Ayurveda Hospital, we offer a holistic and integrative treatment approach, blending the precision of modern diagnostics with the depth of Ayurvedic therapies to provide long-lasting relief and prevent recurrence.

🔬 Modern Medical Perspective

🧠 Definition:

CTS occurs due to compression of the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist.

📌 Common Causes:

  • Repetitive wrist/hand movements

  • Prolonged computer use

  • Wrist trauma or fractures

  • Chronic conditions: Diabetes, Rheumatoid Arthritis

⚠️ Symptoms:

  • Numbness and tingling (especially in thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers)

  • Wrist pain that may extend to the arm

  • Hand weakness or clumsiness

  • Difficulty gripping or performing fine motor tasks

🧪 Diagnosis:

  • Clinical examination

  • Nerve conduction studies

  • Electromyography (EMG)

🩺 Conventional Treatments:

  • Wrist splints and rest

  • NSAIDs and corticosteroid injections

  • Physical therapy

  • Surgical decompression (in severe cases)

🌿 Ayurvedic Perspective

In Ayurveda, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is classified under Vata disorders (Maniprabandha Vata), affecting the Snayu (nerves and tendons) and Mamsa Dhatu (muscles) in the wrist region.

🔍 Key Pathologies:

  • Vata Prakopa: Leads to nerve irritation, dryness, and stiffness

  • Snayu Dushti: Degeneration or dysfunction of nerve fibers

  • Mamsa Dhatu Kshaya: Muscle weakness and reduced tissue nourishment

  • Ama Accumulation: Toxins aggravate inflammation and pain

🛑 Ayurvedic Symptoms:

  • Shoola (Pain)

  • Supti (Numbness)

  • Stambha (Stiffness)

  • Daurbalya (Weakness)

🧘 Integrated Ayurvedic Management at Yogakshema

Our multi-dimensional treatment approach includes:

🩺 Modern Diagnostics

  • Confirm CTS and its severity through EMG, nerve conduction, and physical evaluation.

🌿 Ayurvedic Therapies

1. Vata Shamana (Pacifying Vata)

  • Abhyanga – Therapeutic oil massage to calm nerves and enhance circulation

  • Basti – Medicated enema therapy to restore Vata balance internally

2. Snayu & Mamsa Poshana (Tissue Rejuvenation)

  • Herbal formulations for nerve repair and muscle strength

  • Lepa – Herbal paste application on the wrist to relieve inflammation

  • Pinda Sweda – Warm herbal bolus massage to soothe tissues and joints

3. Pain and Inflammation Relief

  • Natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory herbs like Guggulu, Shallaki, and Dashamoola

4. Nerve Rejuvenation Therapies

  • Nasya – Nasal administration of medicated oils to stimulate the nervous system

5. Ahara & Vihara (Diet & Lifestyle)

  • Anti-Vata diet: Warm, cooked foods with healthy oils (like ghee, sesame oil)

  • Avoid cold, dry, processed foods

  • Lifestyle modifications to prevent repetitive strain

  • Gentle yogic wrist exercises, hand stretches, and postural corrections

🤝 Coordinated Care

We collaborate with orthopedic and neurology specialists to ensure a comprehensive and multidisciplinary treatment for each patient.

✅ Benefits of Our Integrated Approach

  • Significant pain and numbness relief

  • Improved nerve conduction and muscle function

  • Reduction in inflammation and stiffness

  • Lower risk of recurrence

  • A natural, non-invasive alternative to surgery (where applicable)

  • Personalized healing journey under expert Ayurvedic care

🏥 Yogakshema Ayurveda Hospital

Your Trusted Destination for Holistic Nerve Care

At Yogakshema, we understand the disabling nature of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Our integrated Ayurvedic-modern approach is designed to offer lasting relief by addressing the root cause. With experienced practitioners, customized therapies, and a healing environment, we help you restore hand function, comfort, and quality of life—naturally.