Efficacy of Anutaila Nasya & Yogasana in Manyasthambha wsr to Cervical Spondylosis - A Case Study

Dr. Trushna Panjabrao Barmase | Dr. Mukund D Bamnikar

Abstract: A sound life has been loved wish of man since ages, but now a day due to fast developing technological era, sedentary way of living, people don’t have time to concentrate on their daily regimens and facing many unwanted problems. use of computers for so long, unwholesome diet, improper sitting & sleeping posture, occupational stress, excessive travelling leads to degenerative changes in cervical spine. Ultimately it is becoming major health issue nowadays with major complaints of neck pain. All these factors lead to the increase in incidence of Manyasthambha. In Ayurveda classics, Manyasthambha is explained under vataj nanatmaj vyadhi having main symptoms pain & stiffness over the neck and restricted movements. Nasya karma is having noteworthy role in relieving cardinal symptoms of Manyasthambha. In present study, A female patient showing the symptoms of Manyasthambha has been discussed. Patient was planned for Anutaila Nasya for 7 days initially along with oral medication followed by Yoga techniques for 21day. Pathya-Apathya also advice along the course of treatment. Satisfactory relief was seen in the symptoms with improved quality of life after intervention. So, it can be concluded that, Nasya karma along with yoga gives better result in the management of Manyasthambha.

Keywords: Manyasthambha, Anutaila Nasya, Yoga Techniques

Edition: Volume 9 Issue 12, December 2020,

Pages: 1325 - 1328