Vrikk Vyadhi Chikitsa: An Ayurvedic Case Study on Complete Management of Chronic Kidney Disease
Author : Acharya Manish, Prof. Ish Sharma, Dr. Richa, Dr. Sadhana Yadav, Dr. Tanu Rani and Prabha Chandrasekharan
Abstract :
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), referred to as Vrikkaroga in Ayurveda, is a progressive disorder caused by an imbalance in Tridoshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), leading to dysfunction in Mutravaha Srotas (urinary system channels). According to Ayurveda, Agni Dushti (digestive impairment) results in the accumulation of Ama (toxins), which obstructs the microchannels responsible for renal filtration, causing renal degeneration. This case study presents a 65-year-old female CKD patient treated at Jeena Sikho Lifecare Limited Hospital, Anderi, Maharashtra through an Ayurvedic approach. Ayurvedic management included Shamana (palliative care), Shodhana (Panchakarma therapies), Rasayana (rejuvenation therapy) and dietary modifications. The treatment aimed to balance Kapha (reducing blockages and toxin accumulation), Pitta (minimizing oxidative stress and inflammation), and Vata (preventing renal degeneration). Through Nidana Parivarjana (elimination of causative factors) and Rasayana therapy, the patient experienced symptomatic relief and improved renal function. This case highlights the broad potential of Ayurveda in CKD management, emphasizing the importance of root-cause elimination, detoxification, and lifestyle modifications. Further clinical studies are needed to establish Ayurvedic protocols for CKD on a larger scale.
Keywords :
CKD, Type II Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Vrikk Vyadhi, Panchakarma.
