Indian Journal of Applied & Pure Biology

1Piyush Ghorpade, 2Arun Raj GR, 3Mokindan R and 4Kavya Mohan

1-4Department of Kaumarabhritya, Parul Institute of Ayurved and Research, Parul University, Vadodara - 391760 (India) Corresponding Author: Dr. Piyush Ghorpade Post Graduate Scholar, Email: piyushghorpade08@gmail.com Phone: +91 8483805862

ABSTRACT

Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a non-progressive neurological disorder caused by early brain injury occurring in the prenatal, perinatal, or postnatal period. It results in motor dysfunction, abnormal posture, and altered muscle tone. Cognitive, sensory, and speech impairments may also be present. Common causes include hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, prematurity, and intrauterine infections. Genetic mutations and metabolic disorders also contribute to its development. Diagnosis is primarily clinical, supported by neuroimaging such as MRI or CT scans. Management requires a multidisciplinary team approach. Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy form the core of rehabilitation. Assistive devices help improve mobility and functional independence. Medications like muscle relaxants and botulinum toxin help manage spasticity. Severe cases may need orthopedic surgeries or selective dorsal rhizotomy. Ayurveda considers CP under Vatavyadhi caused by Vata imbalance. Vata-pacifying therapies such as Abhyanga, Swedana, Basti, Nasya, and herbs like Ashwagandha, Brahmi, and Shankhapushpi improve neuromuscular functioning.

Key words : Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a non-progressive neurological disorder caused by early brain injury occurring in the prenatal, perinatal, or postnatal period. It results in motor dysfunction, abnormal posture, and altered muscle tone. Cognitive, sensory, and speech impairments may also be present. Common causes include hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, prematurity, and intrauterine infections. Genetic mutations and metabolic disorders also contribute to its development. Diagnosis is primarily clinical, supported by neuroimaging such as MRI or CT scans. Management requires a multidisciplinary team approach. Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy form the core of rehabilitation. Assistive devices help improve mobility and functional independence. Medications like muscle relaxants and botulinum toxin help manage spasticity. Severe cases may need orthopedic surgeries or selective dorsal rhizotomy. Ayurveda considers CP under Vatavyadhi caused by Vata imbalance. Vata-pacifying therapies such as Abhyanga, Swedana, Basti, Nasya, and herbs like Ashwagandha, Brahmi, and Shankhapushpi improve neuromuscular functioning.

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