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Infertility-Psychosomatic Aspect
Abstract: We are in the 21st century and the society is now facing a stressful situation. As a result we need to face many problems like physical and mental ailments. Psychological distress is generally recognized as a contributing factor to infertility. Ayurveda reiterated that human being is a psychosomatic unit, so to establish fertility, healthy mind and body are necessary. Out of total presentations, female infertility of idiopathic origin accounts for …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 14–16 Read article
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Beejdushti: A Conceptual Study
Abstract: The appreciation of genetic factors as arbiters of human disease is a relatively recent development in medical history. Scattered references to inheritance of biological characteristics may be found in the records of several millennia. In which comes the Ayurvedic texts. In Ayurvedic texts the genetic concept of inheritance is beautifully described in Caraka Sharir Sthan. Although Other Authors also described in direct or indirect way the genetic basis of inheritance …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 48–53 Read article
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Recent Development in Yoga: A Scientific Perspective
Abstract: In ancient Indian medicinal system, yoga practice is described as the link between the individual and the universe. Yoga and meditation can play an important role in our life because these help in controlling the function of our mind i.e. ego, desire and intellect. Yoga is a well-known physical, mental and spiritual practice since the ancient time and still benefitting people globally. It helps in the expansion from narrow egoistic …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Clinical Study to Evaluate the Effects of Medho Dhatwagni Vikriti on Patients of Hypothyroidism
Abstract: Hypothyroidism is an endocrine disorder and occurs as a result of decreased production of hormones of thyroid gland. In the present society with the changes in dietary habits, people have become more and more vulnerable to hypothyroidism. The present study was conducted with the aim to establish a correlation between Medodhatwagni Vikriti and hypothyroidism. 100 volunteers were taken and they were grouped into 2 categories. 50 were healthy volunteers and …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 21–31 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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An Overview of Implication of TRIDOSHA Siddhant in Prasuti Tantra: A Conceptual Study
Abstract: Ayurved is a science based on various principles, i.e. siddhant. All aspects of Ayurved are based on these principles. Tridosha and panchabhautic siddhant are the foremost principles that govern Ayurved. These two principles find themselves connected to prasuti tantra which includes garbhavigyaan (embryology), garbhinivigyaan (antenatal care), and garbhinivyapad (pregnancy disorders). Implementation of these principles can contribute to healthy conception, pregnancy and progeny: thereby contributing to healthy society.
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 38–41 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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Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Stroke among Hypertensive Clients
Abstract: Stroke is the sudden death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen. A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is damaged resulting in abnormal function of brain. The present study was conducted to assess the knowledge and attitude of stroke among hypertensive clients in village Boparai Kalan, Ludhiana, Punjab. 175 hypertensive clients were conveniently selected. Tool consisted of self structured questionnaire to assess the knowledge regarding stroke …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Brief Overview of Substance Abuse; Causes, Consequences and Management
Abstract: Substance abuse is also known as drug abuse. It is a rapidly growing menace in India and so in the erstwhile princely state of Jammu and Kashmir. This problem places a huge burden on society as it generates loopholes in the physical, mental, familial, financial, legal and social fabrics of our life in the community. The common terms that are used to identify these maladaptive behaviors are drug addicts, substance …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Living with Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Abstract: Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD deficiency) is an X-linked recessive hereditary disease characterized by abnormally low levels of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase, a metabolic enzyme involved in the pentose phosphate pathway, especially important in red blood cell metabolism. G6PD deficiency is the most common human enzyme defect. Individuals with this disease may exhibit non-immune hemolytic anemia in response to a number of causes, most commonly infection or exposure to certain medications or fava …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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Effectiveness of STP on Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Vitamin A Deficiency in Children among Mothers of Children below Five Years
Abstract: The present study was aimed to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme (STP) on knowledge regarding prevention of vitamin A and D deficiency in children among the mothers of under-five children in selected rural areas. The sample size was 60 mothers of under-five children. The sample was selected by nonprobability convenience sampling technique. The tools used were demographic proforma and structured knowledge questionnaire. The major findings of the study …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 33–37 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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Community Psychiatry and Psychosocial Rehabilitation: Role of Nursing Personnel
Abstract: Community psychiatry focuses on the early detection, prevention, early treatment and rehabilitation of patients with emotional disorders and social deviance as they develop in the community rather than as encountered one-on-one, in private practice, or at larger centralized psychiatric facilities. Particular emphasis is placed on the social-interpersonal-environmental factors that contribute to mental illness. Nurses, being a part of health care team, play a very important role in community psychiatry and …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Nutrition to Infant Complementary Food or Weaning Diet
Abstract: Weaning practices impact on long-term eating habits of children. Education to caregiver or mother may have impact and improve nutritional status in children by empowering parents or caregiver to provide the best possible. Nutritional education is essential component of health promotion and disease prevention. There are lack of evidences regarding education and knowledge for weaning diet. Delayed weaning can cause nutritional deficiency disorder. Proper weaning diet at proper age is …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Theraplay: An Essential Element for Children with Autism—A Narrative Review
Abstract: Children are wonderful blessings that God has given to parents. A child with autism presents significant deficit or delay in various mental functions from early childhood, or developmental disorders or disabilities. Parents and caregivers require assistance in bringing out normal developmental skills of autistic children. They should be supported with the knowledge of disease condition and care of the child, the features and home care management of Autism Spectrum. Research …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 36–38 Read article
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Sodium Imbalance among Post-operative Traumatic Brain Injury Patients: A Descriptive Study
Abstract: Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the damage to the brain resulting from external mechanical force, such as rapid acceleration or deceleration or penetration by a projectile object. Electrolyte imbalance, especially sodium is very common due to the abnormal biochemical changes which occur after TBI. Nurses should have the knowledge about the changes in electrolyte levels in order to understand the principles of treatment and to prevent common complications in …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 26–35 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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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Educational Intervention on Knowledge Regarding Palliative Care Among Nursing Students in Selected Nursing College of Kashmir
Abstract: Palliative care is a relatively new specialization, having been reintroduced in 1967. Palliative care, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), is a method that improves patients' and their families' quality of life by concentrating on symptom avoidance and relief. Suffering is alleviated via early detection, precise evaluation, and treatment of physical, psychological, and spiritual pain and associated disorders. While cancer patients continue to be the most common recipients of …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Effect of Panchtikt Ksheer Basti in Management of Avascular Necrosis of Head of Femur (Case Study)
Abstract: AbstractAvascular necrosis (AVN) is temporary or permanent loss of blood supply to bone. Without blood, the bone tissue dies and ultimately the bone may collapse. Without treatment, the process is almost always progressive, leading to joint destruction within five years. AVN accounts for more than 10% of total hip replacement surgeries performed. A diagnosed case of male patient with complaint of severe pain in right hip joint and upper aspect …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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A Comparative Study of Twacha Shareer with Skin (Integument)
Abstract: Ayurveda is science of life and its main aim is to maintain healthy status of healthy living being, i.e., prevention of disease and treatment of disease. As per Ayurvedic science, sharir is made up of dosha, dhatu, updhatu and mala. Twacha is considered as updhatu of mamsa dhatu. Twacha is one among the five gyanendriyas having its perception as mentioned with their respective diseases.In Ayurvedic classics, various opinion regarding twacha …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 7–12 Read article