Role of Ayurvedic Therapies in Chronic Kidney Disease Management: A Case Study on Integrating Traditional Healing

Abstract

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a progressive condition characterized by the gradual  decline of kidney function, often resulting in end-stage kidney disease (ESKD),  which necessitates kidney replacement therapy. While conventional treatments focus  on managing these risk factors, Ayurvedic interventions have gained attention due  to their holistic, individualized approach, which aims to restore balance within the  body and improve kidney function. This case study evaluates the impact of Ayurvedic interventions combined with conventional treatments in a 56-year-old male patient  with CKD, hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) who visited Jeena Sikho  Lifecare Limited Hospital in Derabassi, Punjab. The patient presented with symptoms  including general weakness, lower back ache, itching, and frothy urine. After a course  of Ayurvedic treatment, significant improvements were noted in kidney function,  including a reduction in serum urea and creatinine levels, as well as an increase in GFR.  The patient’s symptoms, including general weakness and itching, improved markedly,  and his weight decreased. The results indicate that Ayurvedic therapies, such as Ayurvedic formulations and detoxification practices, could play a supportive role in managing  CKD by improving renal function and alleviating symptoms. This study highlights the  potential of combining traditional Ayurvedic treatments with conventional treatment  in managing CKD. However, further research with larger sample sizes and controlled  clinical trials is required to establish the effectiveness of Ayurvedic approaches in CKD  management and integrate them into mainstream healthcare.