Pakshaghata samprapti - #2626

I’ve been reading about Ayurveda since my father recently had a mild stroke. He’s 62 and has been dealing with high BP and diabetes for years, which probably made him more prone to it. Since the stroke, he has trouble with movement on one side of his body, his left arm and leg in particular. His speech has improved a bit after therapy, but the weakness remains, and the doctors say recovery will be slow. I came across the term pakshaghata samprapti while researching Ayurveda and strokes. From what I understand, pakshaghata is how Ayurveda defines paralysis caused by imbalances in Vata dosha. I read that pakshaghata samprapti is about how this condition develops and affects the body over time. Is it true that the accumulation of ama or improper digestion can also play a role in this? My father’s digestion has been weak for years, and I’m wondering if that could’ve contributed to his current condition. How does Ayurveda address pakshaghata samprapti? Is there a focus on reversing Vata imbalance through specific treatments or herbs? I’ve heard of therapies like Abhyanga (oil massage) and Panchakarma being helpful, but are they safe to try on someone recovering from a stroke? Can diet changes also help in correcting the imbalances caused by pakshaghata samprapti? My father’s diet is mostly vegetarian, but he eats a lot of processed food and sugar because of his diabetes. I also want to know if there are any specific signs in pakshaghata samprapti that indicate whether the paralysis will worsen or improve. Are there home remedies or easy lifestyle adjustments we can try at home? I’ve been giving him light physical therapy exercises daily, but I’m curious if there are Ayurvedic alternatives to speed up his progress. Lastly, can pakshaghata samprapti explain why his sleep patterns and mental health are so affected after the stroke? He’s been unusually anxious and has trouble sleeping through the night. I’d love to understand how to address both his physical and emotional recovery in a holistic way.