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How to regain lost speech for brain stroke patient - #23557

B naga mani

My mother had brain stroke on 20 th march 2025,her left hand and leg got paralysed and speech got affected. She is having some behavioural changes as she is behaving childishly, she is have loss of appetite. She not able to recognize some persons names. Kindly suggest

Age: 51
Chronic illnesses: Bp, diabetic and hypothyroidism
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Namaste Thank you for sharing and reaching out this platform with your mothers health concern According to Ayurveda stroke recyis managed by calming aggravated VATA Her symptoms like weakness, childish behaviour, speech issues, and low appetite are signs of imbalance in VATA You may start her Ashwagandha churna- 1/2 teaspoon with warm water at night Medha vati -one tablet twice daily after food with warm water Chitrakadi vati -one tablet to be twice daily Saraswathi aristha-2 teaspoon with equal quantity of water twice daily after food Try Panchkarma therapy, if nearby, Panchama Centre are available Speech therapy And continue physiotherapy
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In addressing your mother's condition following a brain stroke, we'll focus on tailored recommendations grounded in Ayurvedic principles alongside conventional care necessities. First, it's crucial to remember that loss of speech and recognition issues require close medical supervision. If she's not already, she should be under a physician's care to rule out any complications. As per Ayurveda, balancing the doshas, particularly Vata, which is often aggravated in paralytic conditions, is essential. First step is dietary adjustments. Encourage her to consume warm, cooked meals, avoiding raw or cold foods, as they can increase Vata. Include ghee and oils like sesame or olive—which are grounding and nourish nerve tissues—in her diet. Spices like ginger, turmeric, and cumin can aid digestion, which might improve her appetite. For herbal supplements, Brahmi and Ashwagandha are known for supporting cognitive function and nervous system health. Careful dosage by an Ayurvedic practitioner is advised, considering her specific condition. Additionally, Abhyanga can be beneficial—a daily warm oil massage using Vata pacifying oils can stimulate blood flow and calm the nervous system. Behavioral changes might improve with regular routine and mild cognitive tasks tailored to her, promoting mental clarity. Simple puzzles or even repeating names and relationships could be helpful. This kind of engagement is vital. It's also essential to ensure she gets adequate rest; maintaining a consistent sleep schedule can help regulate Vata. In terms of emergency or immediate care, observe for any signs of confusion or deterioration and seek medical help urgently. Yoga and meditation might be beneficial long-term but consult her healthcare provider before starting any new regimen. Social support and emotional reassurance can play a significant role in her healing process, so ensure family interaction remain gentle and understanding. Balancing traditional medical approaches with these Ayurvedic suggestions could provide her a holistic path to recovery.
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I’m Dr. Hemanshu, a second-year MD scholar specializing in Shalya Tantra (Ayurvedic Surgery), with a focused interest in para-surgical interventions such as Agnikarma, Viddhakarma, and Kshara Karma. My academic and clinical journey is rooted in classical Ayurvedic surgical wisdom, complemented by a modern understanding of patient care and evidence-based approaches. With hands-on training and experience in managing chronic pain conditions, musculoskeletal disorders, hemorrhoids, fistula, and other ano-rectal conditions, I provide treatments that emphasize both relief and long-term wellness. I am deeply committed to offering individualized treatment plans that align with the patient’s prakriti (constitution), disease progression, and lifestyle factors. I believe healing is not limited to procedures alone; it also requires compassion, communication, and continuity of care. That’s why I ensure each patient receives personalized guidance—from diagnosis and therapy to post-treatment care and preventive strategies. I also incorporate Ayurvedic principles like Ahara (diet), Vihara (lifestyle), and Satvavajaya (mental well-being) to promote complete healing and not just symptomatic relief. Whether it's managing complex surgical cases or advising on conservative Ayurvedic therapies, my goal is to restore balance and improve the quality of life through authentic, safe, and holistic care. As I continue to deepen my clinical knowledge and surgical acumen, I remain dedicated to evolving as a well-rounded Ayurvedic practitioner who integrates traditional practices with modern sensibilities.
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NAMASTE JI, A stroke can have wide ranging effects, especially when it impacts areas of the brain responsible for movement, speech, ad cognition. In Ayurveda, stroke is often classified under PAKSHAGHATA(paralysis) or VATA VYADHI. the speech loss(aphasia) and childish behaviour may align with vata imbalance in nervous tissues AYURVEDIC MEDICATIONS PLANNED 1)DIVYA MEDHA VATI- (Patanjali)- 1 tab twice daily after meals =for memory, stress, post-stroke confusion 2)RASRAJ RAS- (dootpapeshwar)- 1 tab once daily in morning with warm water or honey =memory and paralysis support 3)UNMADGAJAKESARI RASA-(baidyanath)- 1 tab once daily at bedtime with water =nerve tonic and mental function 4)MEMORIN-(charak)- 1 tab twice daily after meals = memory enhancer, near stimulant 5)BALARISHTA- 20 ml with equal water twice daily before meals =paralysis and hemialgia 6)TAGARA CHURNA- 5 gm with water at bedtime =speech recovery NASYA- instill 2 drops of jyotishmati taila in each nostril daily morning these helps nourish the nervous system and helps in regaining motor and speech function DIET -warm, soft, easily digestible food like mung dal khichdi, boiled veggies, ghee, rice -avoid dry, cld, leftover or processed foods -add garlic, ginger, turmeric, ajwain -cows ghee is especially good for brain health LIFESTYLE -Keep her warm, avoid exposure to cold wind -simple routine, calm environment -light speech therapy-even humming, naming objects SPEECH AND COGNITIVE REHAB even with ayurvedic treatment, speech therapy and occupational therapy are crucial -start with nonverbal communication, gestures, pictures -encourage naming common items, small words, singing -use repetitions and praise to reinforce speech -involver her in daily activities slowly Do follow THANK YOU DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
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Hello Firstly try to keep in control blood sugar and BP. Avoid spicy sour food, oil fried items, processed foods, carbonate juices Better to go with panchakarma treatment 1) basti 2) shastika shali pinda sweda Medicine 1) ekangaveer ras 1-0-1 after food 2) agnitundi vati 1-0-1 before food 3) vacha choorna rub it on tongue so that speech will slowly regain. Thank you
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* STROKE - Sudden onset of neurological deficit in the form of language issues, aphasia, hemiplegia, cranial nerve deficit , movement disorders depending upon the area of brain involved. ✅ CT Brain ( to rule out haemorrhage) ECG to rule out atrial fibrillation Carotid vertebral artery Doppler to rule out atherosclerosis 🌱 Ayurveda point of view * Pakshaghata chikitsa * Avarana vata chikitsa, srodhosodhanam * Kaphavata hara oushadha prayoga( infarct and later stage of haemorrhage) * Vatanulomana, balya, brmhana oushadhas 💊 INTERNAL MEDICINE 💊 1. Ashtavargam kashayam - 10 ml Gandharvahastyadi kashayam - 10 ml Purnachandrodayam gulika - 1 Each 10 ml kashayam ( total 20 ml) + 1 gulika with 80 ml boiled hot water morning and evening before food (empty stomach) 2. Sidhamakaradvajam ( dabur) - 1 - 0 - 1 after food 3. Ashwagandharishtam - 20 ml morning and night after food 4. Ksirabala tailam - 10 ml with warm water at bed time. 💊 IF SPEECH IS AFFECTED : 1. Sarasvata choornam OR kalyana avaleha choornam - 1 tspn with honey after food morning and night 2. Bhunaga tailam - 10 drops with milk at night after food EXTERNAL 🍀 * Udvarthanam with kolakulathadi choornam - 5 days OR eladi choornam * Massage with karpasastyadi tailam ❌ Avoid constipation, cold exposure Avoid sweets, fatty foods , vatakaphsvrddhi ahara viharas, salty, sou ✅ Physiotherapy is to be done * Control DM , BP and cholesterol vigorously * Reduce the amount of salt intake IP treatment is better Svedam Pizhicil Vasti Shirodhara and shirovasti Navara kizhi Mamsa kizhi All beneficial for this condition * Kshirabala tailam nadyam beneficial - 2 ml each nostril (do this procedure better in hospital)
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HELLO B NAGA MANI, That's very sad to hear about your mothers condition. Recovery after a stroke can be challenging, but with a comprehensive and well-guided approach, including Ayurvedic support alongside modern rehabilitation, improvement is Possible. In Ayurveda, a stroke resembles PAKSHAGHAT categorized under VATAVYADHI- diseases due to deranged vata dosha, which governs nervous and motor functions. The left-sided paralysis, speech loss, childish behaviour , and memory lapse show derangement in- -VATA(particularly apana and vyana vata) -MAJJA DHATU(nervous tissue) -MANOVAHA SROTAS(mental channels) -SADHAKA PITTA and TARPAKA KAPHA(affecting emotions and cognition) -PARALYSIS= vata obstruction in snayu and asthi -SPEECH DIFFICULTY= vitiation of vagindriya + vata -CHILD LIKE BEHAVIOUR=. manasika dosha imbalance -MEMORY ISSUES= disturbance in Medha dhatu -LOSS OF APPETITE= weak digestive fire, Apana vata imbalance -COMORBIDITIES(bp,dm, thyroid)= influence of kasha-pitta + low digestive fire AYURVEDIC TREATMENT PLAN FOR YOUR MOTHER PHASE 1- RESTORATIVE PANCHAKARMA(under supervised ayurvedic physician) These are gentle yet deep-cleansing therapies intended to balance VATA, open blocked channels (srotosodhana) and rejuvenate the brain. 1)ABHYANGA(OIL MASSAGE)- with mahanarayan taila= daily for 21-45 days 2)SWEDANA(SUDATION)- patra pinda sweda= daily after oil massage 3)BASTI(ENEMA)- matra basti with Ashwagandha taila or Niruha basti with Dashmoola kashaya= 8-16 sittings in 1 cycle 4)NASYA- medicated nasal drops with shad Bindu taila= 7-21 days(after facial massage and fomentation) 5)SHIRODHARA- continuous pouring of warm brahmi taila on forehead= 7-14 sessions 6)PICHU/SHIROVASTI- oil retention on head- best in severe speech/mental symptoms= 7 sessions INTERNAL MEDICATIONS 1)BRAHMI GHRITA- 5-10 ml with warm milk on empty stomach in morning= memory, speech, cognitive restoration 2)ASHWAGANDHA RASAYANA- 1 tsp twice daily with milk in morning and evening = rejuvenation, muscle tone, mental clarity 3)KALYANAKA GHRITA- powerful mental rejuvenator for speech, memory, depression= 5-10 ml daily with warm water after meals 4)YOGARAJ GUGGULU- 2 Tabs daily after meals= vata anulomana, joint and nerve toning 5)SMRITISAGARA RASA- 1 tab at night= enhances memory, reduces childish behaviour 6)SHANKHAPUSHPI SYRUP- 15ml daily at night= long term brain tonic 7)EKANGAVEEER RASA- 1 tab twice daily after meals= for limb paralysis and neural regrowth(take this last medicine for only 7 days) DIET TO BE FOLLOWED INCLUDE WARM,SOFT FOODS= khichdi(moong , little ghee ), barley soup, cooked oats LIGHTLY SPICED SOUPS= vegetables broth with cumin, ginger, coriander HERBAL TEAS= dry ginger, ajwain, coriander FRUITS= stewed apples, papaya, guava(strictly no cool fruits) FATS= cow ghee, sesame oil GRAINS= millets , ragi,kodo,little jowar, red rice AVOID -cold and raw food -curd especially at night -heavy, fried, stale or processed foods -white rice, white bread, sugar -excess salt-for bp LIFESTYLE TO BE FOLLOWED DAILY OILMASSAGE- oil massage improves neuromuscular response- with sesame oil SPPECH THERPAY + PRANAYAM= bhramari, ujjayi, and om chanting(start with 2-3 minutes daily) EMOTIONAL CARE- stay calm around her, avoid correcting, maintain a joyful tone STRUCTURED ROUTINE= encourage same wake, bath, meal and sleep time SUNLIGHT EXPOSURE= 15-20 min daily(early morning best) for mood and immunity REST= sleep by 9:30 pm, avoid overstimulation-loud noise, news etc COMORBODITIES MANAGEMENT 1)HYPERTENSION -SARPAGANDHA VATI- 1 tab twice daily in morning and night= lowers bp naturally -DASHMOOLA KWATH- 40ml/day after lunch= vata shaman and anti inflammatory 2)DIABETES -NISHA AMALAKI CHURNA- 3 gm before bed= reduces sugar spikes -GUDMAR CHURNA- 3-5gm/day= supports insulin sensitivity 3)HYPOTHYROIDISM -KANCHANAR GUGGULU- 2 tabs twice a day after meals= helps decongest thyroid -TRIPHALA CHURNA- 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water= detox+metabolism THESE ALL SHOULD BE REPLACED ALLOPATHIC MEDICINES IMMEDIATELY; USE AS ADJUNCTS TREATMENT DURATION (if you follow this above said things properly then you can see benefits) INITIAL RECOVERY-6-8 wees= mobility,speech initiation, behaviour balance DEEP RASAYANA PHASE- 3-6 months= nervous regeneration, memory, strength MAINTENANCE- long term(6-12 months)= prevent recurrence , manage chronic illness DO FOLLOW HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL AND YOUR MOTHER GETS WELL SOON THANK YOU DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
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Massage body every day with kshirbala oil and give hot fomentation and warm water bath daily Take cap. ashwashila 1-0-1 after food with water Manasmitra vatikam 1-1-1 after food with water Brahmi grith 2 tsp twice daily before food with warm milk Nasya kshirbala oil 2 drops in both nostril once daily. Head massage with Brahmi oil Follow up after 1 month
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STROKE IN AYURVEDA (PAKSHAGHATA) • Caused by Vata imbalance, especially Prana Vata and Vyana Vata. • Affects brain function, muscle tone, coordination, and speech. • Behavioral changes and memory loss are linked to Manovaha srotas (mind channels) and Majja dhatu (nervous tissue). Rx, Maharasnaadi Kashayam 1 tds before meal 101 (Capsules or Drops) – 1 bd after meal Tab. Ashwagandha 2bd (Sri Sri tattva) Sarasvati aristha 2tsf bd with equal amount of water For loss of appetite: Tab. Chitrakadi Vati 2 bd before meal Gentle massage with ksheerbala oil and MahaNarayan oil You need to visit a near by Panchkarma center for further therapy because it can only be treated by Panchkarma procedures
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