Conceptual And Clinical Study of Ardita Vata ( Facial Palsy)

Ardita Vata, known as Facial Palsy in English, is a condition characterized by paralysis or weakness of the facial muscles. It’s classified under Vataja Nanatmaja Vyadhi in Ayurveda, where it’s believed to arise from aggravated Vata dosha affecting the facial nerves.

Conceptual Understanding:

• Ayurvedic Perspective: Ardita Vata is seen as a disorder primarily caused by Vata dosha imbalance, influenced by factors like stress, trauma, or excessive cold.
• Biomedical Perspective: In biomedical terms, facial palsy can be caused by damage or inflammation of the facial nerve (cranial nerve VII), leading to partial or complete paralysis of the facial muscles on one side of the face.