Patient Information
- Name: (Details omitted for privacy)
- Age: 32 years
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Lab Technician
Chief Complaints and History of Present Illness (HPI)
The patient presented with a complaint of pain in the cervical region (neck) for the past three years. The pain was significant enough to interfere with her ability to perform her regular work as a lab technician, leading to functional impairment.
Past Medical History (PMH)
The patient reported a history of costochondritis for five years.
Personal History
| Parameter | Finding |
| Appetite | Good |
| Bowel | Regular |
| Urinary Symptoms | No urine infection, no burning micturition |
| Sleep | Very good |
Clinical Examination
| Parameter | Finding |
| Cervical Region | Tenderness present |
| Inflammation | Absent |
| Range of Motion (ROM) | Hampered (Restricted) |
Diagnosis and Treatment by Dr. Preeti Paliwal
Diagnosis
The clinical presentation of chronic cervical pain, localized tenderness, and restricted range of motion, with no signs of acute inflammation, pointed toward a chronic musculoskeletal disorder in the neck region.
Treatment Protocol
The patient was treated with Agnikarma (thermal cauterization), a therapeutic procedure in Ayurveda.
Outcome and Follow-up
The patient reported significant and immediate improvement following the first sitting of Agnikarma treatment.
- Immediate Relief: The patient experienced 80% relief from her cervical pain in the first visit itself.
- Patient Status: The patient is very happy with the treatment outcome and the relief provided.