A Clinical Study to Evaluate The Efficacy of “HABB-E-IRQ-UN-NASA” in the Management of IRQ-UN-NASA [Sciatica]

Irq-un-Nasa is one of the commonest neuralgic pain in the lower limbs, which closely resembles to Sciatica and is clinically defined as pain in the sciatic nerve and its component, which may radiates from low back up to leg. The overall incidence of this condition ranges between 13% and 40%. It has the potential to become chronic and intractable, with significant socioeconomic implications. Conventional therapy for Irq-un-Nasa involves pharmacological, surgical or combined approaches. Pharmacological treatments typically include oral or parenteral administration of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), epidural injections of anesthetics and corticosteroids, while surgical interventions may involve procedures such as hemilaminectomy or microdiscectomy. These treatments are often expensive and associated with various side effects. In contrast, Unani scholars have successfully managed this condition using oral herbal medicines and regimental therapies (Ilaj Bit Tadbeer), which are considered both safe and cost-effective. The present study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of Habb-e-Irq-un-Nasa in the management of Irq-un-Nasa. The results demonstrate that patients experienced significant relief from severe pain, with symptoms improving to moderate or mild levels. Additionally, there was a notable reduction in tingling, numbness, and paraesthesia.