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21 articles for “Pancha Karma”
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Critical Analysis on Action of Basti: A review
Abstract: Introduction: Amongst PanchaKarma (Five basic therapeutic procedures in ayurvedic medicine), Basti is considered to be the most powerful tool for treatment. The above statement could be more easily understood with the statement of Acharya Charakaa, that the Basti is the best tool to alleviate the Vata Dosha which is the most powerful Dosha (one of the three basic element deciding health). Some of the ancient researchers have quoted importance of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 03, 2022 · pp. 32–36 Read article
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Randomized Comparative Clinical Study of Virechana Karma & Dhanyamla Sarvang Dhara in the Management of Sthaulya w. s. r. to Obesity
Abstract: Modernization, affluence, science, and technological development leads to still more sedentary lifestyles, which lead to many disorders in which obesity is considered as a multifactorial disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognized obesity as one of the most serious public health problems of the 21st century. Obesity can be defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health. Obesity is a physiological, psychological, and social disorder, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 40–49 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
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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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Conceptual Study on Kukkutanda Pinda Sweda: A Review Article
Abstract: Swedana is a procedure that is most commonly used as Poorva-Karma (pre-operative) before any Panchakarma therapy. Swedana relieves from stiffness, heaviness, and coldness in the body. After Swedana, the body starts sweating and gives the feeling of lightness in the body. It can be performed by various methods. Pinda Sweda is based on the principle of Sankara Sweda. In this procedure, the materials are tied in a cloth and used …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Analysis of Virechana Karma with Trivritta Avaleha: A Retrospective Study
Abstract: The Virechana (therapeutic purgation) is one of the popular Panchakarma procedures which has been performed to maintain the health and treat various ailments such as constipation, skin diseases, menstrual disorders etc. The ancient classical texts have described the procedure of Virechana Karma in detail, but, it becomes practically difficult to perform the Virechana Karma as the drugs mentioned for Virechana Karma in the classical texts are either not available in …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Management of Childhood Psoriasis through Ayurveda
Abstract: Psoriasis is one of the most common dermatologic diseases affecting up to 2–3% of the world population. It is a chronic, non-contagious, inflammatory, and autoimmune disease characterized by patches of abnormal skin. The unique treatment modality of Ayurveda provides good results and a better life to patients through its three basic principles i.e., Shodhana (~purification treatment), Shamana (~alleviating treatment), and Nidana parivarjana (~avoidance of disease causative factors). A 16-year-old male …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Clinical Experiences of Vaman Karma Without Vamak Yoga In Psoriatic Arthritis- A Case Study
Abstract: The classical texts explain various methods of conducting Vaman Karma procedures which is also associated with the description of various medications and their formulations for such procedures. However, as observed in some cases it is crucial to induce Vaman karma without Vamak yoga. The aim of this paper is to discuss this case by combining classical reasoning along with clinical experiences through a case study of Psoriatic arthritis complicated with …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Review and Critical Analysis of Bandantha Nagarjuna’s Rasa Vaisheshika Sutra
Abstract: Aim: To do literary review of the book Rasa vaisheshikha sutra and critically analyse its contents with works published after Rasa vaisheshika. Background: Nighantu’s are the treatise that contain a collection of paryaya with guna karma of dravya and their basic concepts. Rasa vaisheshika is one such Nighantu which belongs to the ancient period and elaborately explains the basic concepts of Dravyaguna vigyana (study of medicinal drugs, their properties, actions …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 38–47 Read article
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A Conceptual Study of Mode of Action of Virechan Karma on Ayurvedic and Modern Parameter
Abstract: Welcome to the world of Ayurveda, in present era, everybody is looking towards Ayurveda for health care. Panchakarma is one among the primary key elements of ancient documented science of life, which not only insist upon the maintenance of health of healthy individual rather than adopting curative measures. Virechana is considered as best therapeutic measure for pitta dosa among all five measures of panchkarma. Virechan karma is one of the …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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A Conceptual Study of Assessment of Virechana Karma w.s.r. to Kaphant Virechana
Abstract: Welcome in the world of modern Ayurveda. In present era everybody is looking towards Ayurveda for health care. Panchakarma is one among the primary key elements of ancient documented science of life, which not only insists upon the maintenance of health of healthy individual rather than adopting curative measures. Virechana is considered as best therapeutic measure for pitta dosa among all five measures of panchkarma. Virechana karma is one of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 47–51 Read article
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Schizophenia – An Ayurvedic Review and Treatment – A Case study
Abstract: Schizophrenia is a complex, heterogeneous disorder. It is neuro developmental disorder characterized by problems with thinking (cognition),behavior- not focused on goals, negative symptoms, suicidal thoughts This means having a reduced or impaired ability to function normally and having noemotions(notmakingeyecontact,notchangingfacialexpressions,orspeakinginamonotone).Additionally, the person may lose interest in daily activities, withdraw from relationships, or be unable to sustain and reflection often associated with hearing or speech disorders, extreme confusion and associated functional impairments. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 40–48 Read article
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Potential Implication of Ayurveda in Hemiplegia: A Case Study
Abstract: Introduction: The most prevalent condition, hemiplegia, is caused by a stroke that results in a neurological deficiency affecting one or both sides of the body, affecting the face, upper and lower limbs, and trunk. Due to similarities in clinical signs and symptoms, this illness and Pakshaghata in Ayurveda can be compared. According to Acharya Charaka, it is a Vatavyadhi, meaning that the pathophysiology of the condition involves vitiated Vata Dosha. …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 37–41 Read article
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Ayurvedic Management of Avascular Necrosis of Neck of Femur w.s.r. to Asthi Majja Gata Vata
Abstract: Avascular necrosis (AVN) is a condition that occurs due to loss of blood supply to the bone which leads to cellular death of bone tissue. A 59 years old female patient, who was suffering from AVN for last 1 year, was admitted in NIA Panchakarma ward. She was diagnosed as a case of avascular necrosis of neck of femur based on MRI reports. As per Ayurveda, the patient was diagnosed …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Review on the Concept of Nasa Hi Shirshodwaram in the concert of Nasya Karma
Abstract: Nasya is one of the procedures of Panchkarma mentioned in Ayurveda. It is a process where drug is administered in nose. Nasa is one among the pancha gyanendriya. Its function is not only olfaction and respiration but also considered as a route for drug administration. As per “Nasa hi Shirsodwaram, present study shows that Nasa works as a door of Shira; this door works intraneous, extraneous and as a barrier …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 8–10 Read article
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Review of Concept of Snehana Karma from Therapeutic Point of View
Abstract: Snehana stands for lubrication of the body systems by the administration of fatty substances internally or externally. Internal administration of Sneha/oil is called snehapan. It is an important preparatory procedure for Panchakarma. The entire procedure of Śodhana (purification), depends upon the proper mobilization of humours (Doshas) from the periphery (Śākhā) which is to be achieved with the help of Snehana (Oleation) and Svedana (Sudation therapy). Snehana is considered as the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 Read article
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Ayurveda Approach to Primary Snoring through Panchakarma—A Case Study
Abstract: Purpose: Snoring is vibratory noise generated from the pharynx and soft palate as the air passes through this narrowed space. Further narrowing produces louder snoring, laboured inspiration and eventually apnoeic episodes. Social consequences are the usual reason for the patient to seek help. They can be distressing, banishment from the bedroom, marital disharmony, no holidays, fear of travelling, or falling asleep in a public place etc. Method: This is a …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 8–11 Read article
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Effect of A Short-term Therapy of Virechana Karma along with Kaishora Guggulu and Pranayama on Serum Uric Acid of Gout Patient
Abstract: The sedentary lifestyle, unusual dietary habits, junk foods, lack of physical work have not only led to physical diseases and problems but also to the mental disorders as well, these habits have disturbed the functioning of the body. One of the metabolic disorders is gout, associated with abnormal amounts of urates in the body and characterized by a recurring acute arthritis. The need of my study is to find out …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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A Randomized Controlled Open Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Nagara Ksheera Nasya in the Management of Ardhavabhedaka with Special Reference to Migraine
Abstract: Background: One of the 11 forms of Shiro-Roga is called Ardhavabhedaka, and symptomatically similar to Migraine, which is a neurovascular disorder. Panchakarma procedures and many formulations are described in Ayurveda for the management of Ardhavabhedaka. Since Acharya Chakradatta described Nagara-Ksheera Nasya Karma in the context of Shiro-Roga- Chikitsa, an An effort has been made to assess the efficacy of using it for the management of Ardhavabhedaka. Objective Assess the effectiveness …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 18–32 Read article
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A Case Study on Ayurvedic Management of Psoriasis (Ekakushtha)
Abstract: Psoriasis is a common chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by red, scaly patches. In Ayurveda, such skin diseases fall under "Kushtha," divided into two categories: "Maha Kushtha," which includes more severe disorders with systemic effects, and "Kshudra Kushtha," encompassing less severe conditions like "Ekakushtha." The dominancy of Doshas in Ekakushtha is Vata and Kapha.In present case study, 26 years of old male patient was presented to the panchakarma OPD at …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 5–12 Read article