Comparative Clinical Evaluation of Sahachara Taila Nasya and Matra Basti in Vishwachi(Cervical Radiculopathy)

Cervical radiculopathy arises from degenerative changes in the cervical spine. It commonly emerges during the fourth and fifth decades of life. Lifestyle factors, such as prolonged screen use, sedentary habits, and occupational strain, significantly contribute to its widespread occurrence. This ailment disrupts daily life, causing neck pain, radiating discomfort, and sensory disturbances. The contemporary surge in cervical radiculopathy highlights the impact of evolving lifestyles on musculoskeletal health, underscoring the need for proactive preventive measures. The Sushruta Samhita Nidana Sthana classifies Vishwachi under Vata Vikara, affecting the neck and upper extremities with symptoms akin to cervical radiculopathy. Both conditions share manifestations of Ruka, Stambha, Toda, Karmakshaya, and Chestapaharan of Bahu with Vata being the predominant Dosha responsible for Shoola. Due to the Snighdha Guna and Ushna Veerya of Sahachara Taila, It has Vata-Kapha Shamaka, Vednasthapana and Shothahara properties. In this study, we are comparing the effect of Sahachara Tail Matra Basti and Sahachara Tail Nasya in patients with classical symptoms of Vishwachi and fulfilling the diagnostic criteria of cervical radiculopathy.