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288 articles for “Modality”
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Constraints for Defining the Temperament of A‘Ḍā’ Mufrada (Simple Organs)
Abstract: Purpose: This work is done to test, validate, and form factual modalities to find out the temperament of simple organs with the help of different kinds of physiological properties. Background: The temperament of simple organs described by Unani scholars is in accordance to biophysical entities, and they also had been discussed that those organs whose blood supply is more, are more in hotness and it’s vice versa. And the organs …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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A Critical Review Study of Prakriti Vighata Chikitsa in Management of Chronic Infection of Alimentary Tract Annavaha Srotas with Special Reference to Role of Sudarshana Churna in Management of Viral B Hepatitis
Abstract: AbstractKrimi refers to all types of infectious agents – microscopic or macroscopic. These agents produce diseases in the body. Ayurvedic scholars described three treatment modalities for them. Prakriti Vighata is one of them and is a unique approach of Ayurveda for the treatment of chronic infections. Prakrti Vighata management refers to changing the histopathological atmosphere in such a manner that is not favorable to the growth and development of Krimi. …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Acne Vulgaris in Unani (Greco Arabic) and Modern Perspectives: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Clinical Management
Abstract: AbstractAcne is a worldwide distressing dermatological disorder affecting millions of adolescents every day without any racial predilection. It is prevalent in 90% of adolescents. The objectives of this review are to summarize the concept of acne and its management in conventional and Unani system of medicine and to place it in the perspective with current clinical practice. This review article is based upon the literature in Unani (Greco-Arabic) texts regarding …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 11–19 Read article
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Concept of Low Back Pain (Waja-uz-Zahr) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Waja-uz-Zahr (low back pain) is marked as most costly ailment in the productive years. Low back pain (LBP) has been cited as the 2nd most common reason for which patients visit a physician. It is the major cause of activity restriction and work absence all over the world. It causes an enormous financial load on individuals, families, communities, industry and governments. The prevalence of back pain in the adult population …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Efficacy of Jawarish Falafali in Siman Mufrit (obesity): A pre-post analytical clinical study.
Abstract: Background & Objectives: Obesity (Siman Mufrit) is characterized by excess adipose tissue mass and increased BMI. Obesity has already reached epidemic proportions. In 2016, 1.9 billion adults worldwide were overweight. Of these over 650 million were obese. About 340 million adolescents (aged 5-19) and 41 million children (age < 5) were overweight or obese. NFHS-4 (2015-16) reported that obesity in India doubled in the last decade. Obesity is strongly associated …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 59–67 Read article
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Treatment Option for COVID-19
Abstract: Since the emergence of COVID-19 in Wuhan, China, it has been a challenge for medical fraternity in respect of prevention and treatment. Various treatment modules are in vogue but all are supportive and based on hit and trial design. Hardly if any from advanced stage is recovered. Outcome with supportive and assumptive treatments is better and almost all recovered from COVID-19 infection are from mild to moderate categories. Presently Hydroxychloroquine, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Unani System of Medicine in Dentistry–A Review
Abstract: The dental afflictions are indubitably the most important global infectious diseases. Herbal medicines along with the extracts from the plants together are used for orofacial ailments since the time immemorial. Disease management in any discipline whatsoever rests on proper diagnosis, which in turn is dependent upon assiduous observation of the patient's complaint and temperament. Unani medicine is no exception; ergo, is looked upon as a welcome pragmatic chemotherapeutic approach. The …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 27–35 Read article
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A Literary Review on Viddha Karma and its role for pain management in sciatic neuritis
Abstract: Sciatic neuritis is a common condition that describes low back pain radiating towards the leg which means manifests sensory symptoms and extended the innervated region of the affected spinal root or roots of the sciatic nerve. The symptoms of sciatica can be compared with Gridhrasi Roga in Ayurveda. The goal of this review was to determine the applicability of Viddha Karma in Gridhrasi Vyadhi (Sciatica).All the ancient Ayurveda texts of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Unlocking The Secrets Of Asbab-E-Sitta Zaruriyya: Unani Medicine's Key To Human Fitness
Abstract: The Unani system of medicine, also known as Graeco-Arabic medicine, draws its roots from the teachings of renowned Greek physician Hippocrates and Roman physician Galen. Over time, it evolved into a comprehensive medical system during the medieval era under the guidance of Arabian and Persian physicians such as Rhazes (al Razi), Avicenna (Ibn-e-Sina), Al-Zahrawi, and Ibn Nafis. Often referred to as the “Father of Unani medicine”, Buqrat (Hippocrates) hailed from …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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A study on the efficacy of Rakshoghna Dravya Dhupana in Management of Karna Strav
Abstract: Salakya tantra is one among the eight branches of Astang Ayurved, which deals with disease of Netra, Nasa, Karna, Shir evam Mukha Roga. There are 28 Karna Roga described in Astang Ayurved. From 28 Karna Roga, Karna Strav is one distinguished by ear discharge. This condition is linked to Acute Suppurative Otitis Media. Modern medicine mentions several therapeutic modalities. However, discharge from the ear may be reduced or stopped by …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Role of Netra Tarpana with Triphala Ghrita in Dry Eye: A Clinico-Pathological Evaluation
Abstract: Dry eye syndrome is a very common condition that is characterized by a disturbance of the tear film. There is not a single entity which can be compared as dry eye but a group of diseases or stages of diseases which are more or less similar to dry eye like Sushkaksipaka, Pothaki, Suktika. Preservative-free tear substitutes are the first step in medical management of DED which increases humidity and improves …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–8 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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A Clinical Study of Ideal Basti Yantra
Abstract: Basti karma is believed to be half of the total treatment, and in some context it is even said to be the complete treatment. It is the principal line of treatment of vata vyadhi. Basti cikitsa is the prime treatment modality of Ayurveda because, it not only does the purification but it is also helpful for curative as well as preventive purpose, that is why ancient acharyas described its efficacy …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 5–8 Read article
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Effectiveness of an Orientation Programme on the Anxiety Level of Patients Undergoing Gamma Knife Surgery: a Quasi-experimental Study
Abstract: Apart from being diagnosed with disease condition, the unfamiliarity of the environment and uncertainty of the procedure are the major contributors of the anxiety among the patients undergoing gamma knife surgery. Orientation and educational programme regarding diagnosis and treatment modalities of disease condition reduces the anxiety levels among patients as they become familiar to that. The present study was conducted to assess the effect of orientation programme on anxiety level …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Updated Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Guidelines for COVID-19 Patients
Abstract: AbstractCOVID-19 pandemic caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2(SARS-CoV-2), has claimed many lives world over. Managing COVID-19 pandemic has become very challenging for the health care workers (HCW) due to the absence of definitive treatment for the disease. Around 5–6% of cases of COVID-19 become critically ill and require intensive monitoring, advanced life support, respiratory support and treatment modalities like ECMO and Plasma therapy, etc. Older people with comorbidities …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 25–35 Read article
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Safety and Efficiently Management Through Alternative Medicine (Yoga and Naturopathy) Lifestyle in Patients Suffering from Cervical Spondylosis
Abstract: Cervical spondylosis (CS) is generally explained as the degeneration and age-related condition or state of affecting joints of the neck. It is also known as cervical osteoporosis. This situation or symptoms is usually found in men and women at the age of 40 years or above. The aim of the study focuses on reduction of symptoms and increase in functional activities of elderly patients with spondylosis before and after modalities …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 11–22 Read article
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Anatomical Study of Asthi vaha srotas & Clinical Study of Asthi Kshaya w.s.r to “Osteoporosis”
Abstract: AbstractAyurveda is a life science. The researchers of Ayurveda could rule out the presence of srotas spreading throughout the human body. These srotas are governed by vayu which is using all the srotas of the body to carry out all the activity of human body, without which the human society will not exist. Several synonymous words have been described by the Ayurvedacharyas for srotas. The aim of the study was …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 15–20 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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A clinical study on the effect of Jaluka and Ayurvedic formulations in Indralupta
Abstract: Hairfall is one of the leading problems the world is facing today. Alopecia represents as a smooth sharply demarcated round patch of hair loss. Acharya Sushruta stated Indralupta as kshudra roga. It is a Raktapradhoshaja vikarain which Pitta associated with Vata gets lodge in Roma kupa and causes hair fall, later on Kapha dosha associated with Rakta causes obstruction to the hair roots and restricts the regrowth of hair in …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Therapeutic view of Anupadeshaja vikara in Ayurveda
Abstract: Introduction: Maintenance of the health in healthy and the cure of the diseased one is the prime goal of Ayurveda science. The dosha and dhatu are responsible for the mechanism of the body. Thus, the treatment of the diseases aims at the balancing the dosha and dhatu. The spectrum of treatment of diseases includes desha, dosha, aushadha and sadhyasadhyata of the vyadhi. The term desha encompasses deha (body) and bhumi …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–5 Read article