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KAMPA VA VATA – PARKI ARKINSON NSON’S ’S DISE DISEASE ASE
AGENDA
Ayurveda Kampa Vata in Ayurveda
Oriental Medicine Perspective
Causes Disease process Ashtavidha Ashtavid ha Parisha – Eight Clinical Methods Type 1 – Vata Cold Type 2 – Vata Pushing Pitta Type 3 – Vata Pushing Kapha Kampa Vata and the Mind Causes Type 1 – Qi and Blood Deficiency Type 2 – Liver and Kidney Yin Deficiency Type 3 – Phlegm Heat Agitating Wind
Western Medicine Perspective Questions & Answers
AYURVEDA
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AYURVEDA
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KAMPA VATA IN AYURVEDA
This condition is an imbalanced or deranged state of the Vata dosha
Termed as a Khavaigunya or defective space in the root of Majja dhatu
Deemed incurable in Western Medicine, has been treated in Ayurveda for thousands of years
Symptoms
tremors, rigidity, dementia, reptilian stare, drooling
KAMPA VATA IN AYURVEDA
Causes
Systemic imbalance or derangement of Vata dosha
Chronic build-up and circulation of Ama – toxins in the system (Vata/Pitta)
Tumor (Vata/Kapha)
KAMPA VATA IN AYURVEDA
Disease Process Accumulation of Vata in Apan Vayu Chronic build-up and circulation of Ama – toxins in the system (Vata/Pitta) Tumor (Vata/Kapha) Transformative process of Prakopa (aggravation) Prasara (spread) to diseased state Stana Samsraya (localization) Lodges itself in the Khavaigunya (defective space) of Majja dhatu (basal ganglia) Prana Vayu exhibits lack of coordination and Apan Vayu is now in a state of imbalance
KAMPA VATA IN AYURVEDA
Ashtavidha Parisha – Eight Clinical Methods
General Form or Structure – Akruti
Eyes – Drig
Speech – Shabda
Touch – Sparsha
Tongue – Jihva
Pulse – Nadi
Urine – Mutra
Feces – Mala
Hast Jyotish and Jyotish applications
KAMPA VATA IN AYURVEDA Type 1 – Vata Cold
Dominant type of deranged Vata
Symptoms (laskhana)
Cold extremities, i.e. hands and feet with dryness and stiffness
Extreme body rigidity
Constipation
Other Vata symptomatic conditions
KAMPA VATA IN AYURVEDA Type 1 – Vata Cold (continued)
Treatment (chikitsa) Panchakarma
Svedana – hot steam therapy with Nirgundi and Tulsi leaves Nasya – Vacha delicately combined with Ashwagandha oil Shirodhara – warm oil therapy to the third eye, delicately blended Sesame oil, Ashwagandha oil, Tulsi and some essential oils Snehana – body massage using warm Sesame oil blended with Ashwgandha oil, Tulsi oil, Kappi Kacchu oil Herbal supplementation – Kappi Kacchu, Ashwagandha, Bramhi, Bala, Triphala Nutrition – avoid Vata producing foods such as cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, lettuce type salads. Also avoid too much astringent foods, beans, etc. Champissage – head massage using the appropriate blends of oils Basti – enemas using Dashamula tea combined with oil Anupana – juices or liquids taken after meals that possess properties opposite to that of the food consumed: colloidal gold water with Yogaraj Guggulu, taking 1 teaspoon twice daily on an empty stomach Meditation, Yoga, Pranayama Breathing Techniques, Qi Gong and Tai Qi are very beneficial
KAMPA VATA IN AYURVEDA Type 2 – Vata pushing Pitta
Symptoms (laskhana)
Flushed feeling with profuse sweating and body heat
Some digestive disturbances such as nausea, vomiting and some loose stools
KAMPA VATA IN AYURVEDA Type 2 – Vata pushing Pitta (continued)
Treatment (chikitsa) Panchakarma
Svedana – hot steam therapy with Eucalyptus and Tulsi leaves Nasya – Nasya delicately applied using a blend of Brahmi Ghee Shirodhara – warm oil therapy to the third eye, delicately blended Coconut oil, Ashwagandha oil, Tulsi and some essential oils Snehana – body massage using warm Coconut oil blended with Ashwgandha oil, Tulsi oil, Kappi Kacchu oil Herbal supplementation – Kappi Kacchu, Ashwagandha, Bramhi, Shatavari, Triphala Nutrition – avoid too much spicy foods, chilies, cayenne, jalapeno, tomato sauces, canned foods, sour fruits and alcohol. Champissage – head massage using the appropriate blends of oils Basti – enemas using Dashamula tea combined with oil Anupana – juices or liquids taken after meals that possess properties opposite to that of the food consumed: colloidal gold water with Kaisore Guggulu, taking 1 teaspoon twice daily on an empty stomach Meditation, Yoga, Pranayama Breathing Techniques, Qi Gong and Tai Qi are very beneficial
KAMPA VATA IN AYURVEDA Type 3 – Vata pushing Kapha
Symptoms (laskhana)
Poor appetite
Anorexic and puffy face
Constant drooling and salivation
Clammy and cold sensation of the skin
May indicate a tumor affecting the basal ganglia
KAMPA VATA IN AYURVEDA Type 3 – Vata pushing Kapha (continued)
Treatment (chikitsa) Panchakarma
Svedana – hot steam therapy with Eucalyptus and Tulsi leaves Nasya – Vacha delicately combined with Ashwagandha oil Shirodhara – warm oil therapy to the third eye, delicately blended Sesame oil, Ashwagandha oil, Tulsi and some essential oils Snehana – body massage using warm Mustard and/or Corn oil base blended with Ashwgandha oil, Tulsi oil, Kappi Kacchu oil Herbal supplementation – Kappi Kacchu, Ashwagandha, Bramhi, Punarnava, Triphala Nutrition – reduce the consumption of deep fried greasy foods and too much sugars Basti – enemas using Dashamula tea combined with oil Anupana – juices or liquids taken after meals that possess properties opposite to that of the food consumed: colloidal gold water with Punarnava Guggulu, taking 1 teaspoon twice daily on an empty stomach Meditation, Yoga, Pranayama Breathing Techniques, Qi Gong and Tai Qi are very beneficial
KAMPA VATA IN AYURVEDA Kampa Vata and the Min
Five Layers of the Mind – correlate to the Five Mahabhutas and the Five Chakras plus Guru and Brahma
KamaMaya Kosa ManaMaya Kosa AtiManasa Kosa VijianMaya Kosa HiranMaya Kosa
Dhatu Majja
Balanced Self-fulfillment Great confidence
Unbalanced Lack of confidence, essence or strength, attachment to past
ORIENTAL MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE
Ancient classic text called “Principles of Medicine” dating back to the 1500s
“Wind tremors are wind entering the liver and the Qi (Prana) of the channels rebelling upwards, this causes the tics of the face and tremors of the limbs”
Symptoms
Convulsions, always classified as Liver Wind
ORIENTAL MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE
Causes – as stated in Classic Ming Dynasty text Deficient Qi (Prana) unable to attract fluids and blood toward sinews and channels to nourish them Phlegm Fire obstructing the channels and sinews so that fluids and blood cannot nourish them Deficient Original Qi (Prana) facilitating a pathogenic invasion so that fluids cannot nourish sinews and channels
Aetiological Causes Overwork and excessive sexual activity Improper diet Emotional stress
ORIENTAL MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE
Main Patterns and Ayurveda similarities
Qi and Blood Deficiencies – similar to an unbalanced Pran and Adan Vayus which in turn affects the Majja dhatu
Liver and Kidney Yin Deficiency – similar to Vata pushing Pitta thus affecting Sadhaka Pitta and drying up the neurotransmitters
Phlegm Heat agitating Wind – similar to Vata pushing Kapha
ORIENTAL MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE Type 1 – Qi and Blood Deficiencies
Symptoms
Sallow complexion
Tremors
Uncoordinated walking, i.e. hands and feet with dryness and stiffness
Body stiffness
Dizziness
Dislike of speaking
ORIENTAL MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE Type 1 – Qi and Blood Deficiencies (continued)
Treatment Tonify Qi (Prana), nourish Blood, invigorate channels and extinguish Wind Acupuncture – Bodily and Scalp
Zusanli St 36, SanYin Jiao Sp 6, Guanyuan Ren 4, Ququan Liv 8, all tonifying stimulation Add Taichong Liv 3, Shen men, and Yintang for calming the senses and harmonizing the spirit
Herbs – Han Lian Qiao, He Shou Wu, Dang Gui Formulas – Ba Zhen Wan, Shou Wu Wan
ORIENTAL MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE Type 2 – Liver and Kidney Qi Deficiencies
Symptoms
Insomnia Dizziness Mental restlessness Headache Stiff neck Numbness of limbs Tremor of head and jaw Poor memory Long standing limb tremors Difficulty and unsteady gait and walking Staring fixed look with thin frail body
ORIENTAL MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE Type 2 – Liver and Kidney Qi Deficiency (continued)
Treatment
Nourish Yin, invigorate channels, and extinguish Wind
Acupuncture – Bodily and Scalp
SanYin Jiao Sp 6, Guanyuan Ren 4, Ququan Liv 8, Taixi K3, Shenshu UB 23, Ganshu UB 18 and tonifying stimulation
Add Taichong Liv 3, Shen men, and Yintang for calming the senses and harmonizing the spirit
Formulas – Tian Ma Gou Teng Wan, Zhen Gan Zi Feng Wan, Ling Jiao Powder
ORIENTAL MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE Type 3 – Phlegm Heat Agitating Wind
Symptoms Obesity Sweating Chest oppression Dizziness Staring look Dislike of exercise Stiff neck and back Limb tremor which can be stopped
ORIENTAL MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE Type 3 – Phlegm Heat Agitating Wind (continued)
Treatment
Clear Heat, resolve Phlegm, invigorate channels and extinguish Wind
Acupuncture – Bodily and Scalp
SanYin Jiao Sp 6, Guanyuan Ren 4, Fenglong St 40, Zhongwan St 12, Pishu UB 20, Gan Shu UB 18
Add Taichong Liv 3, Shen men, and Yintang for calming the senses and harmonizing the spirit
Herbs – Gua Lou, Zhu Li, Gou Teng, Tian Ma
Formulas – Tian Ma Gou Teng Wan, Bei Mu Gua Luo San
WESTERN MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE
First described by James Parkinson in 1817 as a degenerative central nervous system disorder
Caused by gradual loss of cells in Substantia Nigra
It is estimated at least 1 million persons in the US have this illness with 55+ highly likely to be affected
Symptoms:
Shaking hands, stiffness, unsteady gait and slow movement, speech reduction in clarity and volume, dry skin, constipation, urinary disorders and depression
WESTERN MEDICINE PERSPECTIVE
Treatment
Pharmacological treatment – Sinemet (Carbidopa/Levodopa)
Nutritional supplementation
CoQ10 – minimum 800 mg
Glutathione – 1000 mg
L-phenylalanine – 500 mg
L-Taurine – 500 mg
B Complex
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Acupuncture & Ayurveda Wellness Center Dr. Zide Mooni
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