** 1. since the case is diagnosed and he is in recovery stage, [nervous system takes time to heal] and probably bed ridden, thus prior to initiate/suggest alternate medicines, please keep following things in mind: i. if there is history of diabetes, high blood pressure, raised cholesterol: these issues should be managed simultaneously. ii. avoid alcohol, smoking and start general supportive measures as follows . change the position every 1-2 hours to avoid bed sores. . feeding should be done preferably in sitting position. . give protein supplements, avoid foods that may cause diarrhea. . give enema on alternate days to evacuate the bowels. . sponge the patient everyday with a wet towel followed by dry towel, followed by talcum powder. . Physiotherapy is advised to prevent joint contracture and edema of the limb, and to promote recovery of strength. PS. Passive movements of the limb also prevents venous stasis and pulmonary embolism . check every 2-3 days for bed sores over sacrum,back,greater trochanter and ankles. If bed sores is developed, dressing & padding. . avoid soakage of urine or stools, as bedsores develop very quickly in such cases. . Chest physiotherapy should be started to promote coughing and prevent pneumonia. . Rehabilitation: speech and occupational therapy should be tried. PS. average families cannot afford Nursing homes for prolonged periods & the more convenient & loving way is to take care at home under supervision and help of family doctor. iii. mis 100 gm of covered kidney bean powder [urad dal] and dried ginger in 2 cup milk and give it to drink daily for 1 month. . you may ask for prescription medicines like: - mahanarayan oil/prasarini oil for massage. - ekangvir ras,vishtinduk vati,vaat kulantak ras,guggul preparations,dashmool/ bala arishta, tab Rheumalya, R-compound for oral consumption PS. You may seek local treatment, but always take care of bladder, bowel, base of the lungs, and boost the morale, you may contact me [9418308949], as my clinic is in Himachal Pradesh [Shimla] for further Dietary Regime and lifestyle management.