Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy
Volume 5, Issue 3 (2016)
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Table of contents
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Efficacy of Vamana Karma in the Management of Yuvanapidaka w.s.r. to Acne Vulgaris: A Pilot Study
Abstract: According to Ayurveda, among the 56 upangas, face is at the top, so everyone and mostly youngsters are most cautious about the beauty of face. Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous follicles characterized by comedones, papules, pustules and often scars; chiefly on cheeks, forehead, chin, nose and upper trunk. As per Ayurveda classics, this condition can be correlated with yuvanapidaka (mukhadushika) which is the result of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Role of Krishnadi Churna and Panchavalkaladi Taila Pichu in the Management of Paripluta Yonivyapad (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease): A Pilot Study
Abstract: Yoni shuddhata is one among the major fundamentals for a healthy offspring. Twenty types of yonivyapad mentioned in the classics are a major cause in hampering the normalcy of the female reproductive tract. In the present period, pelvic inflammatory disease is a burning problem whose incidences are increasing rapidly. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a disease of the upper genital tract. It implies infection and inflammation of the upper genital …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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Formulation and Evaluation of Unani Anti-acne Cream
Abstract: In unani system of medicine (USM) many herbal drugs have been mentioned to be useful in the treatment of various skin diseases, which are considered safe and free from major side effects. Most of the formulations for topical application are in powder form and patients feel inconvenience in using traditional dosage forms in comparison to modern dosage forms. Therefore in the present study a formula (in powder form) for acne …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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A Scientific Study: Regulation of Autonomic Nervous System through Slow Breath Pranayama
Abstract: Voluntary slow deep breathing functionally resets autonomic nervous system through stretch induced inhibitory signals and hyper-polarization currents that propagate through both, neural and non-neural tissue. The scientific basis of benefits of practicing slow Pranayama, especially alternate nostril breathing (Nadi Shodhana Pranayama as NSP) and Dhyana is regulation of cerebral dominance and shifting of autonomic nervous system. This regulation occurs via Nadisunder control of Agya Chakra. The aim of the present …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Practical Utility and Scope of Dhoomapana in Nasal Disorders
Abstract: Dhoomapana is an important therapy advocated for the prevention and cure of diseases of the head caused by kapha and vāta and also for the treatment of the diseases related to ENT. Dhūmapāna may be defined as the process by which the medicated smoke is taken either through the mouth or nose and releasing it only through the mouth. In Ayurvedic texts this procedure is advocated as a part of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Research Works carried out on Ardhavabhedaka (Migraine) in the Department of Shalakyatantra, Post Graduate Teaching and Research in Ayurveda, Jamnagar
Abstract: Ardhavabhedaka is a Tridoshaja disease; clinically, it is a Rakta/Pitta dominant disease. Ardhavabhedaka- hemicranial headache is a psychosomatic disorder: later replaced by migraine a Greek word "half of the head". Present study is aimed to highlight the effective role of Ayurvedic medicines, i.e. Laghu Sutashekhara Rasa, Sutashekhara Rasa, Brihat Dashmoola Taila, Brihat Jeevakadya Taila and Go-ghrita Nasya. Till date, total three clinical researches have been carried out in the subject …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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A Clinical Study on Effect of Patrapinda Sveda with Ashtakatwara Taila in Gridhrasi w.s.r. to Sciatica
Abstract: Today is the era of modernization and fast life. Changing of life style of modern human being has created several disharmonies in his biological system. Advancement of busy professional and social life, improper sitting posture in office or continuous work in one posture and overexertion, lifting heavy weight, jerking movements during travelling; all these factors create undue pressure and stress injury to the spine and play an important role in …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 41–47 Read article
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Nadi Pariksha: An Ancient Ayurvedic Method of Diagnosis
Abstract: In Ayurveda we have studied two hypotheses namely, Pinda Brhmanda Nyaya and Anshansha Kalpana. As per the Pinda Brahmanda Nyaya, whatever elements we see in the nature, we find same elements in the smallest part of the human body as well and vice versa. According to Anshanshakalpana, all the elements found in any organism, are found in the seed of that organism in the same proportion but in minute quantities. …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 48–51 Read article
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Medical Tourism in India: Perspective of Unani Medicine
Abstract: Medical tourism has emerged as a one of the trending markets across the globe. It encompasses primarily and predominantly biomedical procedures, combined with travel and tourism such as when consumers elect to travel across international borders to receive some form of medical treatment, which may span the full range of medical services. Though travelling abroad for health benefits is not a recent concept, it has gained more momentum and media …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 52–60 Read article
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Role of Ardhanarishwara Rasa Nasya and Nimbadi Guggulu in the Management of Kaphaja Shiroroga (Sinusitis): A Pilot Study
Abstract: Kaphaja shiroroga is one among the 11 types of shirorogas mentioned by Aacharya Sushruta and can be correlated to sinusitis in modern science. Sinusitis is a major problem in the society due to its recurrent exacerbation and treatment with antibiotics, decongestants, antihistamine etc. and is not successfully combated due to their side effects. The drugs selected for present study ardhanarishvara rasa and nimbadi guggulu, are having kaphavatahara, lekhaniya, srotoshodhana and …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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Effect of Virechana Karma, Ketaki-Rasonadi Brimhana-Sneha and Amritadi Ghanavati in Asthikshaya w.s.r. Osteoporosis
Abstract: It is estimated that worldwide, osteoporosis causes more than 8.9 million fractures annually. Long-term use of modern medication of osteoporosis are generally associated with adverse effects like deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, endometrial cancer, ulcers of esophagus, upper GI irritation, irregular heartbeat and thromboembolic disease. As such, no direct reference of osteoporosis is available in Ayurveda but similar condition is described under different diseases like Asthikshaya, Asthimajjagata Vata. The proper …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 61–69 Read article