Brachial Neuropathy

Āyurveda interprets brachial neuropathy as ekāṅga vāta, where aggravated vāta disturbs majjā dhātu (nerve tissue) in the shoulder and arm region. This disrupts signals between brain and limb, causing weakness, pain, or numbness. The vāta imbalance may follow trauma, strain, or systemic depletion, leading to reduced mobility and impaired arm function.

Common Causes of Brachial Neuropathy

Trauma or compression of the brachial plexus.
Shoulder dislocation or fractures.
Prolonged pressure from poor posture or positioning.
Inflammation or autoimmune reactions weakening nerves.
Chronic vāta imbalance and tissue depletion.

Symptoms of Brachial Neuropathy

Sudden or gradual weakness in the arm.
Numbness or tingling in shoulder, arm, or hand.
Severe burning or stabbing shoulder pain.
Loss of reflexes and reduced grip strength.
Difficulty raising or rotating the arm.

Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Brachial Neuropathy

Abhyanga with vāta-pacifying medicated oils.
Piṇḍa sveda for relieving stiffness and nourishing muscles.
Basti therapies to pacify vāta and support recovery.
Herbs like bala, aśvagandhā, and guḍūcī for nerve strength.
Physiotherapy, yoga āsanas, and prāṇāyāma for mobility.