Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations Treatment in Ayurveda

Abstract

Neurological disorders are the disorders that affect the brain, the nervous system and spinal cord. All the sensory and motor activities are accomplished by our nervous system. There are a number of nerves that supply to the muscle and muscle in response to that causes coordinate contraction and relaxation of the muscle that helps in doing daily activities. Due to some physical injuries, biochemical, electrical abnormality etc results in a number of neurological symptoms including abnormal electrical impulses that cause improper and incoordinate muscle contractions and relation and twitching, pain, loss of movement, loss of sensation and various other problematic symptoms. Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculation is the twitching in the muscles in hypothenar eminence.

Introduction

The word ‘thenar’ in human anatomy represents heap or slightly raised flesh/muscle localised in the palmar surface of the hand. This slightly raised fleshy heap is known as thenar or hypothenar eminence. These eminences are made up of muscle on either side of the hand. The hypothenar eminence is located at the base of the fifth finger. Muscles located in hypothenar eminence control the thumb. Hypothenar eminence is made up of four muscles which provides motility to the little finger and as well as to the thumb. Fasciculation is another term for ‘muscle twitching’ therefore Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations is a condition that is characterised by involuntary movements or twitching of the muscles in the hypothenar eminence.

Causes of Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations

• Lesion of the ulnar nerve causes hypothenar eminence fasciculations as ulnar nerve supplies the three hypothenar muscles.
• Damage and compromise to the ulnar nerve causes hypothenar eminence fasciculations.

Signs and symptoms

• Twitching of the muscles in the hypothenar eminence.
• Abnormal sensations in the little finger and part of the ring finger and usually on the palm side.
• Weakness.
• Loss of coordination of the fingers.
• Pain, decreased sensation, burning sensation, tingling, numbness in the areas controlled by the nerve.

Diagnosis

• Blood tests to rule out infection
• Imaging techniques such as MRI to view the nerve and nearby structures.
• Nerve conduction studies.
• Electromyography to measure the health of the ulnar nerve and the muscle it controls.
• Nerve biopsy is rarely needed.

Management of Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations

• Gabapentin and pregabalin
• Corticosteroid injections around the nerve.

Ayurvedic aspect and management of Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations

Ayurveda is a life science that deals with the illness in an exclusive way with herbs and minerals and also with dietary and daily regime management. According to Ayurveda there are three energies (vata, pitta, kapha) that are the basis of health and illness. Vata dosha is responsible for all the neurological functions. Any vitiation of the vata dosha leads to symptoms associated with the neurological system such as uncoordinated muscle movements, numbness, pain, muscle twitching, tingling sensation, loss of sensory and motor function etc.

In Ayurveda, Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations can be best compared with Vishwachi.

Vishwachi is a vataja disorder that occurs with excessive consumption of vata vardhak food and lifting heavy weight etc. So when compared with modern health science it comes out to be ulnar neuritis or ulnar paralysis.

Deformity in the muscles of the medial part of the arm, difficulty in the movement of the medial part of the hand, weakness in the muscles controlled by ulnar nerve and this condition can affect one hand and sometimes bilateral hands.

Vathar massage, nnadi sweda (sudation), nasya (medicine instilled in the nostrils) and vata nashak management are the key points in the management of vishwachi or Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations.

Yograj Guggul, brihat vata gajankush ras, shudh kupilu, dashmoolarishta etc are beneficial in vishwachi.

prasarini taila is used as a massage oil that is good for vata pacification. Sudation with dashmool kwath helps in managing Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations.

Anu taila and Mahanarayana taila are used for nose instilling.

Herbal Remedies for Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is an eminent GMP certified, ISO 9001:2015 certified and US-FDA registered Ayurvedic Company, which adheres to the objective of manufacturing quality Ayurvedic products as mentioned in a number of ancient texts of Ayurveda. Formulations are manufactured without additives and preservatives and other kinds of chemicals or artificial flavouring agents which can have a number of side effects on the human body. Products manufactured at Planet Ayurveda are pure and devoid of any kind of adulteration. The products are purely organic and vegetarian and gluten free and halal certified. Planet Ayurveda presents its product that effectively manages the condition of Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations.

Products List

1. Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras
2. Ashwagandhaghan Vati
3. Nature-Amino
4. Neurogenie Capsules
5. Neuro Plan Syrup

Products Description

1. VRIHAT VATCHINTAMANI RAS

Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras is a classical mineral formulation. The formulation contains Rajata Bhasma (silver calx), Swarna Bhasma (gold calx), Loha Bhasma (iron ash), Abhrak Bhasma (mica ash), Suta Bhasma (compound of purified mercury and purified sulphur), Mukta Bhasma (pearl calx) and Pravala Bhasma (coral calcium). It also contains juice extract of Aloe vera. It is beneficial in demyelination conditions of nerves. It heals the damaged nerves. It is useful in neuropathies. It corrects neuritis. As the name of the product suggests, it is of great use in the vataja disorders as it pacifies the vata dosha and helps in the wellness of the neurological system. By pacifyingthe vata dosha, it alleviates symptoms related to its vitiation. In Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations, vrihat vatchintamani ras, helps in managing the twitching of the muscles and corrects other symptoms as well.

Dosage: One tablet twice a day to be chewed.

2. ASHWAGANDHAGHAN VATI

Ashwagandhaghan Vati is enriched with the goodness of the herb ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) that possesses rasayana properties. Ashwagandha provides overall wellness. It rejuvenates the body cells. Further it strengthens the muscles and helps in the demyelinating and degenerative conditions of the neurons. Therefore by this property it helps in alleviation of associated symptoms of the above said condition of Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations. Further it improves neurological impulses thus helps in proper movements and sensations. With all these actions, Ashwagandhaghan vati is a marvellous formulation of Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations.

Dosage: Two tablets twice a day after meals with plain water.

3. NATURE-AMINO

Nature-Amino is a product of Planet Ayurveda that helps in maintaining health and well being. Nature-Amino is a product that is enclosed with the herbal goodness of shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), safed musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum), soybean (Dolichos soja), ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and gokshura (Tribulus terrestris). The herbs contain the essentials that are required for the wellness of the nervous system. It also enhances absorption of the nutrients. By strengthening the nerves, Nature-Amino is a good option in Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations as it provides strength to the ulnar nerve and also corrects in damage.

Dosage: One tsp twice a day.

4. NEUROGENIE CAPSULES

Neurogenie capsules are composed of the herbs which are medhya and promote and improve neurological functions as per Ayurvedic texts. The formulation contains the herbs brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). As these are beneficial in promoting muscle health and nerve conduction and their coordination. The herbs in the formulation are vata pacifiers therefore manage the disorders of vata vitiation. In case of Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations, Nerogenie capsules are an amazing herbal medicine that efficiently manages the twitching of the muscles of hypothenar eminence.

Dosage: One capsule twice a day after meals with plain water.

5. NEURO PLAN SYRUP

Neuro Plan Syrup is a phenomenal formulation prepared by planet ayurveda for enhancing neurological wellness and managing all the neurological ailments. The syrup contains a number of herbs which fairly manages Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations. The ingredients include mandukaparni (Centella asiatica), jyotishmati (Celastrus paniculata), madhuyashti (Glycyrrhiza glabra), pippali (Piper longum), maricha (Piper nigrum), ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis), brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) etc. All the herbs are known to have medhya properties which means these are helpful in maintaining a good neurological health. The herbs heal the damage of the nerves and pacify the vata dosha. This helps in managing the above said condition.

Dosage: Two tsp twice a day.
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Conclusion

Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations is a neurological disorder that occurs due compression, lesion or injury to the ulnar nerve, which results in a number of features including muscle twitching, loss of motor function, numbness in little finger etc. there is no proper management available in the contemporary medicine system whereas Ayurveda promises and offers help that manages the conditionally completely. Correlation of Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations is best established with the vata dosha vitiation and particularly a vataja disease of Vishwachi mentioned in ayurvedic texts.

We have seen the management of the vishwachi and as well have discussed the products above prepared by Planet Ayurveda that are extremely helpfu;l i managing this vataja condition and exhibit no side-effects. Therefore, in management of Hypothenar Eminence Fasciculations, Ayurveda is of great help as pregabalin, gabapentin and corticosteroids help temporarily and have a dark side of effects.