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Designing and Validation of Ojo Kshaya Scale
Abstract: AbstractOjas(essence of seven tissues)is an important life sustaining factor helping in the maintenance of life. Ojas gets vitiated because of various factors including Madya (alcohol). Madya has properties opposite to Ojas. The drastic increase in the rate of consumption of alcohol is associated with various ill effects on human beings. The research was undertaken to validate a scale to assess the Ojo Kshaya (depletion).Interview and clinical examination method was involved …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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Outcome of the Ayurvedic Medication on a Child with Cerebral Palsy–A Single Case Study
Abstract: The leading cause of childhood disability is cerebral palsy (CP) affecting functions and development of child. CP is a neuromotor disorder of cerebral origin. It is nonprogressive in nature. It cannot be linked to any single disease or condition in Ayurveda, as it is a multidisciplinary disease with clinical characteristics of a wide variety. Of the many species and subtypes of CP, no one has a known cure. Acharya Vaghbhata …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 36–41 Read article
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Ardhavbhedak (Migraine) Treated By Anutaila Nasya Along with Internal Medicine
Abstract: Ardhavabedhaka is a Tridoshaja Shiroroga characterized by recurrent attacks of headache widely variable in intensity, frequency and duration. Attacks are commonly unilateral and usually associated with Nausea, Vomittinng and Bhrama (vertigo). Ardhavabhedak is one of the Shiroroga which can be correlated with migraine. Shodhankarma is necessary for a permanent cure to prevent recurrence diseases. "Nasa hi siraso dwaram tena taddapyahanthi tana". The nose is the gateway of the head so …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Use and Perceived Effectiveness of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) among COVID-19 Survivors in UT Chandigarh
Abstract: Objectives: China originated virus popular as COVID-19 has threatened the current healthcare system of the world. Due to unavailability of its definitive treatment, alternate treatment practices like Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) are being considered for management. The present study aimed to assess the use and perceived effectiveness of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) among COVID-19 survivors. Methods: The study was conducted on the employees of selected 15 government banks …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 25–36 Read article
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A Comparative Study of Effect of Nadi-Shodhan Pranayama and Suryanamaskar on Pulmonary Functions
Abstract: During recent years, lot of research work has been done to show the beneficial effects of yoga. Hence the primary objective is to study the effect of Nadi-shodhana pranayama (NP) and Suryanamaskar (SN) on Pulmonary Functions (PFs). The secondary objective is the comparison between the effects of two. Fifty young healthy students (male and female) aged between 18–24 yrs of Government Ayurveda Medical College, Mysore were trained daily for 3 …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Successful Management of Sue-Mizaj Barid Yabis Aasabi (G.B. Syndrome): A Case Report
Abstract: A 15 years male patient with a diagnosis of G.B. Syndrome was treated as a case of Sue Mizaj Barid Yabis Aasabi in IPD of NIUM hospital, Bangalore. After two months of treatment, patient was 100% relieved in his complains and became near to normal.
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 143–145 Read article
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Yoga and Society: Yoga for the People Afflicted with Addiction and Yoga for the Practice of Christian Meditation
Abstract: Adaptation of Iyengar Yoga in the treatment of people afflicted with addiction has shown remarkable improvement in the physical, psychological, and spiritual health of the individual leading to a whole person recovery through reaching a cellular consciousness. The special use of Iyengar’s restorative yoga sequence helps the patient to gain his/her physical equilibrium and reach a state of homeostasis. The study undertaken by Kripa Foundation measures the effectiveness of Iyengar …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 146–161 Read article
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Adaptogenic Action of Different Dosage Forms of Guduchi with Special Reference to Learning and Memory
Abstract: The effect of three dosages forms of Guduchi (Satva 125 mg/kg, Ghana, 50 mg/kg, Churna 200 mg/kg) are compared with control and Piracetam (500 mg/kg) treated experimental animals in morris water maze test and passive avoidance test. The aim of the paper is to evaluate the nootropic effect of three dosages forms of Guduchi. Guduchi Satva, Ghana and Churna was prepared following the classical methods. For experimental study, animals were …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Ayurvedic Management of Chronic Alcoholic Liver Disease with Ascites (Madatyaya with Jalodar): A Case Study
Abstract: All diseases especially Udara Rogas manifest in human beings as a result of aggravation of Mala due to defective Agani (Jatharagani and Dhatwagni). Excessive intake of hot, saline, food which causes burning sensation in digestive tract, excessive use of alcohol without following the rule of Madyapana, causes alcoholic liver disease with Ascites (Madatyaya with Jalodar) with clinical manifestation of hepatocellular dysfunction and portal hypertension. A 53 years old alcoholic male …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 68–71 Read article
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Treatment of Migraine with Aura (Ardhavabhedaka) by Nasya and Shanshaman Chikitsa: A Case Study
Abstract: The most popular and efficient system of allopathic medicine provides quick response for the pain and other symptoms, but does not provide the complete treatment. My focus is the study of headache/migraine (ardhavabhedaka) with alternative line of treatment such as Ayurveda, because this stream is complete and provides holistic approach. A 42 year old male patient having complaints of recurrent severe headache and vomiting since 15 years, and diagnosis was …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Problems among patients on hemodialysis in a tertiary care hospital
Abstract: Hemodialysis is an effective renal replacement therapy for patients with renal failure. However, these patients are chronic and under long term hemodialysis. The present study was carried out to identify the problems among patients on hemodialysis visiting artificial kidney unit, PGIMER, Chandigarh. A descriptive approach was used to enroll 50 patients using total enumeration technique who were meeting inclusion criteria. A self-structured interview schedule and modified Caregiver Burden Inventory were …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 16–24 Read article
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A Comparative Study on Nutritional Assessment and the Health of Toddlers (1–3 year) in Urban and Rural community of Ludhiana, Punjab, India.
Abstract: Toddlerhood is difficult exiting interesting period of life. Developmental milestones are a set of functional skills or age-specific tasks that most children can do at a certain age range. The study sample was 500 toddlers aged 1–3 year was selected, 250 from urban and 250 from almost equal number of male and female toddlers. A modified conceptual frame work of the study was based on the Callista Roy Adaptation Model. …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 6–15 Read article
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A comparative study to assess the Ankle Brachial Index by palpatory and Doppler method
Abstract: Background of the study: Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is strongly associated with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular morbidity and mortality. Relatively few non-invasive diagnostic tests are available that can reveal the evidence of atherosclerosis before the development of symptoms. One such simple, cost effective diagnostic test is Ankle Brachial Index. Since, there is a need to validate palpatory method of Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) measurement, the study was conceived.Aim of the study: …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Administration of Emergency Drugs to patients among Nursing Students at Selected College of Nursing
Abstract: Emergency department is an area where the nurses are encounter with many emergency and all emergencies seek attention and immediate care for life saving. Student nurses are posted in Emergency medicine, formerly known in some countries as accident and emergency medicine is the medical specialty involving care for undifferentiated and unscheduled patients with illnesses or injuries requiring immediate medical attention. In many emergency departments the nursing students are posted and …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 48–50 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Level of Satisfaction among Adult Patient with Regard to Medical and Surgical Emergency Services, PGIMER, Chandigarh
Abstract: Background: Emergency department is a vital part in a hospital that is responsible for provision of medical and surgical care to the patients arriving in the need of immediate care. The current study was conducted to assess the level of satisfaction among adult patients with respect to medical and surgical emergency services of Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh. Material and Method: A descriptive approach was employed …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 51–57 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice about Breast Self-Examination among Mizan–Tepi University Mizan Campus Female Students Benchi Maji Zone Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Breast self-examination is one of the most cost-effective methods of screening for breast cancer detection at the early stage of the disease. The exact cause of breast cancer is not known but it is caused by multiple risk factors. It is a hormone dependent disease with a female to male ratio of 150:1. The incidence of breast cancer among blacks African American and low-income countries is low but the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 29–40 Read article
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Hand Washing Practices among Admitted Patients In Tertiary Level Hospital
Abstract: Hand washing is one of the most important steps to prevent and control the spread of diseases. Many studies have been conducted on hand hygiene practices among the health care professionals, but there are dearth of evidences amongst the patients and their care givers. The current study was carried out with the objective to assess the hand washing practices amongst the admitted patients. The study was carried out at general …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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A Study to Compare The Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Risk Associated with Smokeless Tobacco Consumption and Smoking
Abstract: The aim of this study was to compare the cardiovascular disease risk factors amongst smokeless tobacco consumers, smokers and non-tobacco consumers. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among smokeless tobacco consumers, smokers and non-tobacco consumers at AIIMS. Thirty exclusively smokeless tobacco consumers (group I), 30 exclusively smokers (group II) and 30 non-tobacco consumers (group III) were enrolled. Subjects included males who were between 35 and 60 years, who had been consuming …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Study to Develop and Test the Effectiveness of an Informational Booklet on Home Management of Patients with Bipolar Affective Disorder for the Family Members of Bipolar Affective Disorder Patients Receiving Treatment in Selected Hospitals of Delhi
Abstract: Mental health is still a neglected area in our society. The resentment, fear, shame, guilt are the common reactions faced by mentally ill people. Family has an important role when it comes to treating, rehabilitating, assisting an individual during illness. The aim of the study was to develop and test the effectiveness of an informational booklet on home management of patients with bipolar affective disorder for the family members of …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 9–18 Read article
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Knowledge among School Teachers on Well-balanced Diet in High School Children at Selected Schools in Bangalore, Karnataka
Abstract: Nutrition is a complex problem influenced by many factors, among other inadequacies of dietary intake and infection. To overcome the problem, in early 1950’s, a slogan named for 4-healthy-5-perfect was introduced to guide people to consumed foods to achieve a better nutritional and health status. As the slogan was considered not providing enough information on the quantity and the balance in relation to health and biological condition, a new guideline …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 61–65 Read article