World Journal of
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences

INTEGRATING SHALAKYA TANTRA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME: A CLINICAL CASE STUDY

Dr. Shubha S. Bhat* and Dr. Rathi S.

ABSTRACT

Computer vision syndrome, also referred to as digital eye strain,?describes a group of eye- and vision-related problems that result from prolonged computer, tablet, e-reader and cell phone use.[1] Indians, on average, spend a significant amount of time on screens, with some reports indicating an average of 7.3 hours per day on smartphones alone. This is higher than the average screen time in countries like the US and China.[2] This can be correlated to Shushkakshipaka characterised by Gharsha (Pricking sensation), Toda (Eye strain/pain), Vishushkatava(Dryness) in the eye.[3] It is a Vata dominant disease according to Acharya Sushruta, and Vagbhata opines it as a Vata-Pitta dominant disease.[4] In this case study, a 31-year-old IT Professional complaining of pricking type of eye pain, eye strain, dryness and occasional headache typically during evening and night hours since 2 years was treated with Nasya with Anutaila followed by Tarpana with Jeevantyadi Ghruta for 7 days. Internal medicines and Aschottana with Jeevantyadi Ghrita was given for one month. The patient showed significant results during each follow-up.

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