Non-Surgical Management of Knee Meniscus Tear Using SRDP (Scientific Reversal Detox Process) Ayurvedic Treatment: A Case Report

Abstract

The menisci are vital fibrocartilaginous structures within the knee joint that play a key role in shock absorption, load distribution, and joint stability. Meniscal tears are among the most common orthopaedic injuries, particularly affecting athletes and the elderly, often resulting in pain, swelling, and reduced mobility. While conventional treatment typically includes surgery or physiotherapy, surgical interventions do not always restore previous levels of activity. This case study explores the management of a knee meniscus injury through Ayurvedic treatment, specifically using the Scientific Reveral Detox Treatment (SRDP) protocol—a holistic, non-invasive approach grounded in dosha balance. The treatment included internal herbal medications and external therapies such as Lepa (herbal paste application), Jalaukavacharan (~leech therapy), Basti (~medicated enema), and physiotherapy, targeting Vata dosha imbalance often associated with joint disorders. A 52-year-old female patient presented with pain and swelling in the right knee, with a history of trauma dating back to 2013 and worsening symptoms over the past 7–8 months. MRI findings confirmed a Grade 3 flap tear in the posterior horn and a Grade 1 signal tear in the lateral meniscus of right knee. Following a structured SRDP treatment protocol, follow-up MRI indicated an improvement in the meniscal condition, with the Grade 3 tear reduced to Grade 2. This outcome suggests that Ayurvedic SRDP treatment may play a beneficial role in reducing symptoms and promoting structural recovery in meniscal injuries. Further clinical studies are warranted to evaluate its broader therapeutic potential.