Ayurvedic Management of Cerebral Palsy: Review of Literature

The term "brain paralysis" refers to cerebral palsy. It is a disability that impairs movement and posture. The general term "cerebral palsy," sometimes known as "CP," refers to a loss or impairment of motor function brought on by brain injury. The brain injury or aberrant brain growth that takes place before, during, or right after a child's birth results in brain damage. Body movement, muscular control, coordination, tone, reflex, posture, and balance are all impacted by cerebral palsy. Only a portion of the brain is hurt, primarily the areas that regulate movement. Once injured, brain tissue does not regenerate or worsen. However, depending on how a doctor treats the child and how much brain damage there is, the motions, body positions, and associated issues may get better or worse. A brain injury that results in a permanent, non-progressive, and occasionally growing disturbance of tone, movement, or posture is known as cerebral palsy. With 2-3 newborns per 1000 live births affected, it is the most widespread chronic motor impairment in children. William John Little was the first to characterise it, stating that "cerebral palsy is a disease of motor control caused to a static lesion of the developing brain." Key words: Panchakarma, Ayurveda, Cerebral Palsy, Basti, Swedan, Nasya