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38 articles for “Samhita”
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Concept of Avartana in Ayurvedic Classics
Abstract: AbstractThere are many drug doses forms for drug delivery systems available in Ayurvedic classics. Snehapaka is one among these pharmaceutical processes. It is a method of preparation of medicated sneha (ghee or oil) and depending on stage of preparation, it is of three types. Among these, the madhyama paka sneha is used to administer orally. When this snehapaka is done repeatedly with drava dravya (decoction, milk, etc.) and kalka (paste) …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 10–13 Read article
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Antimicrobial Activity of Indian Vessels (Copper, Silver and Bronze): A New Horizon
Abstract: AbstractWater is the essence of life. Water known as Jala in Sanskrit has several synonyms in Sanskrit. One of the synonyms of water in Sanskrit is Jeevanam which means life. Water is not only an essential element but is also one of the five basic essential elements for the creation of this universe (including the humans). It is the JalaMahabhoota – the water element. Charaka Samhita mentions that all types …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 41–46 Read article
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Review on Asthi Kshyaya: Symptom or Disease
Abstract: Asthi kshaya (osteoporosis) is a global problem that will increase in significance with the growing elderly population. The condition even though affects both the sexes; women especially post-menopausal are at greater risk. The description of Asthi dhatu and its related diseases is found in vedas which are known as the most ancient documented literature. In the Ayurvedic Samhita Granthas, the description of Asthi kshaya along with its Chikitsa sutra is …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 30–40 Read article
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A Critical Review of Vatavyadhi and Basti Chikitsa with Special Reference to Musculoskeletal Disorders
Abstract: Introduction: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) include any injury or damage of muscles, nerves, tendons, joints, etc., when under any circumstances these tissues work harder or get stretched beyond their normal limits or when they are used inappropriately (overuse) leading to fatigue of the tissues as well as the body. In Ayurveda the term Musculoskeletal disorders can be correlated to the Nanatmaja Vikaras of Vata-Vatavyadhi (for eg, SandhigataVata, Avabahuk, Gridrasi, etc.) which …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 10–17 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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Ayurvedic Approach in the Management of Emergency
Abstract: The main aim of the treatment is to relieve from diseases. Various systems of medicine developed due to different patterns of approach for management of diseases. Ayurveda is eternal. On the account of principles, all systems of medicine have their bases in Ayurveda. Therefore, there is no need of comparison among them. Besides this, various advanced methods used in other including modern medical science may be incorporated in Ayurveda with …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 51–57 Read article
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Mraduni Matrajani and An Analytical Study of Matruj Bhavas
Abstract: Ayurveda science is one of the most ancient science and is crystal clear in itself. In the present modern era, for maintaining the identity of ayurveda shashtra, it is necessary to prove that the knowledge available in our ancient samhitas is absolutely correct with respect to the modern science. Likewise, in the present study, relevancy of Matruj Bhavas by comparing it with modern text has been proved. Modern science has …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 39–41 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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A Review Article on Effect of Praval Pishti in the Management of Menopausal Osteoporosis
Abstract: World Health Organization defines osteoporosis as a “progressive systemic skeletal disease characterized by low bone mass and micro architectural deterioration of bone tissue, with a consequent increase in bone fragility and susceptibility to fracture”. Menopause is defined as the cessation of ovarian function, resulting in permanent amenorrhoea. Today, the osteoporosis is a major problem which is most remarkably common in women. In Ayurveda, there is no clinical entity, which is …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 51–54 Read article
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A Comparative Study of Siravyadha and Kokilakshadi Kshayama in Vaatarakta W.S.R to GOUT
Abstract: The life style in modern era is responsible for so many diseases. The vatarakta (gout) is one of them. Firstly, it occurs in hand and foot then spreads in whole body. Gout is a true crystal deposition disease. It can be defined as the pathological reaction of the joint or periarticular tissues to the presence of monosodium urate monohydrate (MSUM) crystals which preferentially deposit in peripheral connective tissues in and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Significance of Sara Pariksha in Ayurveda: A Critical Review
Abstract: In Ayurveda, Sara Pariksha is one among the ten types of methods to examine a patient, stated as Dashvidha Aatura Pariksha. Sara Pariksha primarily determines the strength of a person. Acharya Chakrapani illustrated Sara as ‘Vishudhataro Dhatu’, which means the essence of all Dhatu. Eight types are explained by Acharya Charaka, each one characterized by both physical as well as psychological parameters. These contribute to the physician in deciding the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Chhatrinogacchanti Nyaya
Abstract: Nyaya or maxims which are mentioned in commentaries of Ayurvedic texts help us guide through or extract the correct meaning of texts. In the times when these Ayurvedic texts were written, the intelligence of people was immense, so the samhitas were said in least possible words. These nyayas help understand the Ayurvedic texts as the understanding of people also diminished in subsequent yugas. The nyaya described in this article is …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 23–26 Read article
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Shleshmataka: A Potential Plant for its Folklore and Therapeutic Uses
Abstract: Shleshmatak (Cordia dichotoma Forst.) is a well-known yet one of the lesser explored medicinal plants in Ayurveda mentioned in the group of Vishgna dravyas (Ch.) and Phalavarga (Su.) in various Ayurvedic Samhitas and literature. Mother nature has been generous enough to grant mankind with various medicinal plants and herbs which are commonly used in Ayurveda to cure innumerable ailments. A medicinal plant is used with the intention of sustaining health …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Laghu Shankh Prakshalan
Abstract: Gheranda Samhita, a Sanskrit text on Yoga, enumerates Dhauti Kriyas. Dhauti is cleansing of abdomen. Yogic and Ayurvedic literature emphasizes on maintaining clean gut. The modern medicine also enumerates importance of keeping gut clean. The health of an individual depends fully on clean gut. The first principle of Naturopathy says that, accumulation of dirt due to improper digestion, constipation, etc. disturbs the gut health and thereby disturbing the overall health. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Lauha Bhasma: A Critical Review
Abstract: The pharmaceutical branch of Ayurveda known as Rasashastra, deals in depth with the formulation of various metals and minerals to maximise their therapeutic effect. Bhasma are Rasa preparations in which metals and minerals are processed employing a variety of Samsakara such as Shodhana, Jarana, Marana, Amritikatana etc. The Bhasma Kalpana is one of the thermodynamics-based pharmaceutical concept by which a metallic ore or a metal itself can be converted into …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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Women Healthcare, Research Opportunities and Career Options: All Through Ayurveda
Abstract: Ayurveda is one of the oldest health care systems. As per Charak Samhita (One of the oldest classical text of Ayurveda), the aim of Ayurveda is to maintain the health of the healthy and cure the ailments of the diseased. Use of natural products, cost effectiveness, sustained use of thousands of years and awareness among the people regarding the indigenous has given momentum to the development of Ayurveda in recent …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 76s–79s Read article
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Kapikachhu-A Potential Herb for Hyperprolactinemia
Abstract: Kapikachhu is a tropical legume, commonly known as kevanch or kaunch in hindi. It is a famous vrishya herb mentioned in ayurveda classics right from samhitaperiod.Its seed are more commonly used as an anti-Parkinson drug as it contains high amount of L-Dopa(precursor of dopamine). Prolactin hormone is secreted from anterior pitiutary, its secretion is inhibited by dopamine secreted from hypothalamus. the major symptoms of hyperprolactinemia in females are due to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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A Critical Appraisal of Ancient Surgical Instruments
Abstract: Sushruta is known as ‘Father of Surgery’ for his valuable contributions in almost every aspect of surgery. As a surgeon, he has described various operative techniques in detail along with pre and post-operative care. He has given due importance to surgical instruments and has few chapters for it. While, counting qualities of surgeon he states that surgeon should have sharp instruments. This itself indicates importance of instruments. This paper briefly …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 10–14 Read article