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123 articles for “Unani Management”
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Integrated Approach of Unani Medicine in Geriatric Care
Abstract: Aging is a process of physical, psychological and social changes in multidimensional aspects. The percentage of elderly, in the world population is expected to increase rapidly from 9.5% in 1995 to 20.7% in 2050 and 30.5% in 2150. In India, the population of older people has risen from 4.9% in 1901 to 5.5% in 1951, 6.5% in 1991, 7.7% in 2001, and 8.3% in 2011 and will be 12% in …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 4–9 Read article
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A Narrative Review on an Insight of Herbal Origin Drugs and Their Traditional Medicine Formulations for the Treatment of Nephrolithiasis
Abstract: Ethnopharmacological relevance. There is no satisfactory treatment at present to cure or prevent kidney stone recurrences using predictable medicines. There are several marketed formulations in Ayurveda, Unani and Homeopathic Traditional Medicines (TM) have potential lithotriptic effects and clinical applications. In India, prevalence rates of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for the treatment of nephrolithiasis are being estimated at 63.9%. Aim of the review This review article intended to scientifically documented …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–30 Read article
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Clinical Evaluation of Naqooh Shahtara in the Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: Diabetes is a major public health problem and considered as one of the most common non-communicable disease, globally. Although the prevalence rate of the disease varies country to country. However, WHO has projected India as the country with the fastest growing population of diabetes patients. Due to its consequences diabetes has become a silent killer that kills one person every 10 seconds, and worldwide it kills 3.2 million every year. …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Effect of Dalak (Massage) in the Management of Sahar (Insomnia)
Abstract: Saher (Insomnia) or sleeplessness is a sleep disorder in which there is an inability to fall asleep or to stay asleep or both, as long as desire. According to current researches, it has been noted that many people all over the world are suffering from one or more symptoms of insomnia. Depending on duration of problem, it may be classified as transient insomnia, short term insomnia and chronic insomnia. Insomnia …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Explanation of Humma Danj (Dengue Fever) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Dengue fever (Humma Danj) is associate acute febrile health problem that caused by flavivirus (animal virus) spread by the genus Aedes mosquito and defined by explosive onset of high-grade fever, severe muscle and joint pain, headache, lymphadenopathy (pathology), etc. Now, no immunizing agents is out there for dengue, and illness management and prevention have within the in the main focused on vector management activities and surveillance that comprises community contribution. …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 16–19 Read article
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Therapeutic Effect of “Nutool” in the Management of Sehar (Insomnia): A Review
Abstract: The word "insomnia' originates from the Latin "in" (no) and "somnus" (sleep). It is a disorder characterized by inability to sleep or a total lack of sleep. According to Unani physician Hakeem Ibn Sina, Sehar (insomnia) can be defined as sleeplessness ‟or” awakening' which occurs mainly as a result of imbalance in the temperament of brain due to excess of yaboosat wa hararat and secondarily due to some other causes …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Harnessing the Healing Potential of Khamira Abresham Hakim Arshad Wala in the Management of Different Health Conditions
Abstract: Khamira Abresham Hakim Arshad Wala (KAHAW) is a potent Unani remedy that plays a vital role in fortifying the body's vital organs and efficiently reducing free radicals by enhancing levels of antioxidant enzymes. The term 'Khamira' originated from the Unani system of medicine and was first introduced by the esteemed Hakeem during the Mughal period. This preparation involves incorporating herbal drugs into a base (Qiwam) containing sugar or honey, resulting …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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The Effect of Irsal-E-Alaq (Leech) in the Management of Varicose Vein: A Review
Abstract: The varicose vein is defined as “dilated tortuous and elongated superficial vein of lower limb. Dawali (varicose veins) is one of the commonest categories of primary venous insufficiency. In Unani system of medicine, “Dawali” is described in almost all classical books of Unani medicine, synonymous with varicose veins. Varicose veins are classified into primary and secondary types. Primary varicose veins occur more frequently, and are caused by incompetent or absent …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 13–18 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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Antenatal Care (Tadabeer-E-Haamla) in Unani Medicine
Abstract: Systematic care of women during pregnancy is called antenatal care. Good care during pregnancy is important for the health of the mother and the development of the unborn baby. Ideally, the care should begin soon after conception and continue throughout pregnancy. There are potential benefits from some of the elements of antenatal care, and these benefits may be most significant in developing countries where morbidity and mortality levels among reproductive-age …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Effect of Hijama Bil Shart (Wet Cupping Therapy) in Treatment of Waja‘ al-Zahr (Low Backache): A Randomized Standard Controlled Clinical Study
Abstract: Introduction: Low back pain (Waja‘ al-Zahr) is one of the common musculoskeletal problems. It affects 80% population and accounts for considerable health care and profound economic burden. Disabilities in activities of daily living are common due to low back pain. Despite advancement in medicine, the standard conventional treatment often fails to achieve optimal results. Unani physicians recommended various modes of treatment to manage musculoskeletal disorders through intervention of specific regimens …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Research in the Unani System of Medicine: A Review
Abstract: The Unani system of medicine is one of the oldest medicine systems serving humanity till today, and that in itself is proof of the correctness of its principles. Acient living people and their disease management was possible because of these traditional medicine systems and Unani being one of these. As each science has its own basis and goals, so odes Unani science. Like all other sciences, its progress also requires …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 17–22 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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Role of Hijama (Cupping) in the Management of Various Diseases and Probable Mechanism of Action
Abstract: Hijama is derived from Arabic word ‘Hajm’ which literally means to suck. It involves the use of cup like vessels placed on the body surface by creating a vacuum to either let out blood from below the skin surface or just plain suction without bloodletting. Hijama evacuates blood from small vessels spread over the skin and muscles and relieves congestion from the body. It is a therapy with low cost …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Unani Medicine Uncovered: Core Concepts And Quality Evaluations
Abstract: Unani medicine, a traditional healing system primarily reliant on herbal remedies, finds its roots in the ancient wisdom of Greek philosopher Hippocrates (460–377 BC) and his associates. Its evolution and prominence, however, owe much to the support of Persian and Arab empires before making its way to the Indian subcontinent around the mid-14th century. Unani practitioners believe that each individual possesses a unique temperament shaped by the interplay of four …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 10–17 Read article
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Unani Concept of Tadarrun-e-Revi (Pulmonary Tuberculosis): A Review
Abstract: In Unani system of medicine, pulmonary tuberculosis is known as Tadarrun-e-Revi. Unani physicians also called it Diq or humma-e-diq or tap-e-diq. The ulcer which is formed in lungs due to tuberculosis is called sil. The word Diq means thinness or debility. In Diq, the increased temperature of body destroys the body fluid, because of which, the body of affected person becomes thin and dry. Hence the disease is called Humma-e-diq. …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 32–36 Read article
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Drug-Resistant TB—Problem and Management: a Review
Abstract: Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the oldest diseases known to affect humans. TB is a major cause of death worldwide. The bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the causative agent of TB. It usually affects the lungs and causes pulmonary TB. The intestine, meninges, bones, joints, lymph glands, skin and other tissues of the body are also affected. TB caused by drug-susceptible strains is curable in virtually all the cases after proper …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Early and Premature Menopause
Abstract: For the sake of communal welfare and gender equality, women's health must be improved. The end of reproductive life is marked by menopause, which usually happens between the ages of 45 and 55 and is impacted by lifestyle, environmental, and genetic variables. Social injustices, poor diet, and reproductive stressors are associated with early menopause (before 45), which raises the risk of osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and cognitive decline. Decreases in …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Scientific Basis of using AYUSH Systems of Medicine for Epidemic Prevention and Management
Abstract: Recent times have seen epidemics of Plague, Leptospirosis, Meningococcal meningitis, Cholera, Shigellosis, Avian Flu, Chikungunya, Zika Virus Disease, Nipah Virus Disease, Ebola Virus Disease, Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) etc. in different parts of the world. In times of globalization and ease of travel, epidemics have potential to become pandemic. Strengthening the health care system is essential in managing the outbreak of epidemics. AYUSH system of medicine helps play a …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 17–29 Read article
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Clinical Validation of Unani Pharmacopoeial Formulation Majoon Suparipak in Sayalān Al-Rahim (Leucorrhoea)
Abstract: Leucorrhoea is a broad term commonly used for a condition where woman suffer from uterine, cervical or vaginal discharge other than blood due to genital tract infection or alteration in genital physiology and is highly prevalent (31–70%). In Unani medical literature it is described as Sayalān al-Rahim. According to Avicenna, uterus contains excessive waste products and hence prone to infection which leads to weakening of digestive faculty of uterine vessels …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 28–35 Read article