ROLE OF AYURVEDIC CHIKITSA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF KATIGRAHA (LUMBAR SPONDYLOSIS): A CASE REPORT

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Dr. Monica Chavhan
Plot no. 16, Sant Dnyaneshwar Society, Near New India Church
Mankapur, distt.- Nagpur- 440030



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Date of Acceptance : 29 Jun 2026

Date of Publication : 30 Jun 2026

Article ID : SD-IJAY_194

How to cite this article : http://doi.org/10.55552/SDNJAY.2026.4217

Abstract

Katigraha is a Vata-predominant disorder described in Ayurveda and is characterized by pain, stiffness, and restricted movements in the lumbar region. Its clinical manifestations closely resemble Lumbar Spondylosis, a degenerative condition involving the lumbar vertebrae and intervertebral discs that commonly affects the elderly population. Chronic low back pain associated with Lumbar Spondylosis significantly impairs physical functioning and quality of life. Ayurveda advocates both Shamana (pacifying) and Shodhana (purificatory) therapies for the management of Vata Vyadhi. The present case report describes a 66-year-old female patient diagnosed with Lumbar Spondylosis associated with hypertension who presented with persistent low back pain, difficulty in walking, lumbar stiffness, disturbed sleep, and restricted forward bending for six months. The patient underwent one month of Ayurvedic treatment comprising oral medications, local therapies, Matra Basti, and Kati Basti. Significant clinical improvement was observed after treatment, including reduction in pain and stiffness and improvement in mobility and sleep quality. This case suggests that Ayurvedic management may offer substantial symptomatic relief and functional improvement in patients suffering from Katigraha (Lumbar Spondylosis).

KEY WORDS:-  Katigraha, Lumbar Spondylosis, Low Back Pain, Vata Vyadhi, Kati Basti, Matra Basti.