Common Causes of Parkinsonism

  • Long-term use of certain psychiatric medications.
  • Head trauma or nervous system injury.
  • Degenerative changes linked with aging and vāta aggravation.
  • Toxin exposure affecting brain tissue.
  • Underlying neurological disorders beyond Parkinson’s disease.

Symptoms of Parkinsonism

  • Tremors in hands, arms, or legs.
  • Slowness and difficulty initiating movements.
  • Muscle stiffness and postural imbalance.
  • Reduced facial expression or soft speech.
  • Fatigue, mood swings, or memory difficulties.

Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Parkinsonism

  • Pañcakarma therapies like basti for vāta balance.
  • Śirodhārā and abhyanga for calming nerves.
  • Herbs such as aśvagandhā, kapikacchu, and brahmī.
  • Diet rich in ghee, warm foods, and easy digestion.
  • Yoga, prāṇāyāma, and mantra meditation to stabilize mind-body coordination