Role of Ayurveda in the Management of Cerebral Palsy in the Children: A Critical Review

Abstract

Introduction: A group of conditions collectively known as cerebral palsy (CP) impact a person’s mobility, balance,  and postural stability. Children with CP are more likely to have a motor handicap. Every 1000 live births, it happens  in 1.5–2.5 of them. When compared to infants born at term, the prevalence is noticeably higher in premature births. Material and Methods: In this review, search engines such as PubMed, Ayush Research Portal, Dhara, and Scopus  regarding Ayurvedic medicinal plants having Nootropic activity, Neuroprotective activity, and anticonvulsant activity  were used. Results: Different single Ayurvedic medicinal drugs were screened for having nootropic activity, neuroprotective  activity, and anticonvulsant activity. Discussion: These screened drugs may be used in the related conditions of CP, which in turn improves the quality  of life in pediatric patients. Conclusion: More intensive scientific review on CP is the need of the hour. The present review helps in day-to-day  clinical practice. A group of conditions known as cerebral palsy (CP) impacts a  person’s mobility, balance, and posture. The most prevalent motor disability in children is CP. The word cerebral refers to brain related matters. Palsy is a term used to describe muscle weakness  or dysfunction. A person’s inability to control their muscles due  to improper brain development or damage to the growing brain is  the cause of CP.[1] Although it does not necessarily result in severe  problems, CP is the primary cause of childhood disability in India.  A person with severe CP may require lifetime care or specialized  equipment, while someone with mild CP may not require any  assistance or may have minor issues like trouble walking. Since the  disorder is not progressive, it does not worsen with time, and in fact,