MANAGEMENT OF BLEPHAROSPASM BY USING TRAPAN VIDHI- A CASE REPORT.

KRIYAKALPA IN OPHTHALMOLOGY

Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine, emphasizes a personalized approach to healthcare. Kriyakalpa refers to a set of therapeutic procedures in Ayurveda, encompassing practices such as Tarpan, Putpaka, Anjan, Aschyotan, Parishek, etc. Kriyakalpa provides holistic care for Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT), and Ophthalmic conditions. Aim: With the support of a Case study, we aim to establish the importance of Kriyakalpa procedures in ENT and Ophthalmic Care with major focus on Tarpana Vidhi. Akshi Tarpana acts as both preventive and curative therapy for maintaining normal healthy condition of eyes. Methodology: A 31 yr. old young female patient came with the complaints of involuntary blinking of right eye lids, continuous twitching of right eyelids, and itching over right eye area for 1 year. Patient gave history of extreme stressful condition 1 year back. Complaints of the patient started since then. Patient took allopathic medication, but didn’t get relief. Blepharospasm is abnormal contraction of the eyelid muscles. It often refers to benign essential blepharospasm which is a bilateral condition and a form of focal dystonia leading to episodic closure of the eyelids. Tarpana Vidhi involves nourishing and rejuvenating the eyes using medicated ghruta. Tarpana Vidhi was performed on patient for 7 days regularly. Result: The frequency of twitching of the eyelids is observed before and after treatment. The spasmodic frequency was observed to be reduced significantly after 7 days of Akshi-tarpana treatment. She was advised to visit the hospital for follow up on every week. Conclusion: Kriyakalpa therapies aim to balance doshas (bioenergies) and enhance overall well-being. These practices not only address specific symptoms but also focus on preventing future ailments.

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