Case report on management of cerebellar tonsillar ectopia- an ayurvedic approach

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Cerebellar tonsillar ectopia is where the cerebellar tonsils protrude through the foramen magnum, often causing neurological symptoms. In this case, the patient mainly complained of weakness in both lower limbs, difficulty while walking, and lower body balance. Diagnosis of this case was challenging, but after the study of MRI of the cervical and dorsal spine, the case was diagnosed as Cerebellar tonsillar herniation. She was given Ayurveda medication internally, and Panchakarma procedures were done at the IP level. Throughout the entire course of treatment, physiotherapy was also done. There was a marked improvement in the symptoms, which helped her improve her quality of life. Keywords: Cerebellar tonsillar ectopia, Ayurveda, Panchakarma INTRODUCTION Cerebellar tonsillar ectopia is a neurological condition characterised by the herniation of cerebellar tonsils, a soft tissue structure in the cerebellum, into the spinal cord through the foramen magnum