Abstract

Katishoola is the condition, which is characterized by Shoola (Pain) and Stabdahta(Stiffness),due to vitiated Vata which gets lodged in the Kati Pradesha. Kati Shoola isexplained both as a separate disease as well as Lakshana in other Vataja disorders.The symptoms of Kati Shoola resemble Lumbar Spondylosis. The prevalence of Lumbar Spondylosis ranges from 38%-85%.Lumbar Spondylosis is the 1st most common musculo-skeletal disorder in the world. It is the condition resulting from degeneration of the inter vertebral discs in the lumbar region. Symptoms include pain and restricted movements of the lower back.Ayurveda has different specialties of treatment and among them, Panchakarma is the super speciality. In Panchakarma, through different treatment modalities, one can maintain the healthy status of body; prevent the disease occurrence and curing the diseases in natural way. Here in this article a case of Lumbar Spondylosis treated with Kala Basti and Shastikashali Pinda Sweda was explained in detail.

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