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Shirobasti: A Comprehensive Review of an Ayurvedic Therapeutic Procedure
Get PDFShirobasti is a specialized Ayurvedic therapy involving the application of warm, medicated oil to the scalp using a leather cap. This procedure is designed to address various head and neurological disorders by balancing the Vata and Pitta doshas. Indications for Shirobasti include chronic headaches, migraines, insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, and certain neurological conditions. The therapy not only alleviates these conditions but also promotes overall mental well-being and cognitive function. The application of warm oil stimulates blood circulation in the scalp, nourishes hair follicles, and enhances the absorption of therapeutic compounds. This process aids in the rejuvenation of the nervous system and supports the body\u27s natural healing mechanisms. By integrating Shirobasti into Ayurvedic treatment plans, individuals can experience a holistic approach to healing that emphasizes the interconnectedness of physical and mental health
Amapachana - A Boon to Long Standing Adversely Affected Corticosteroid Resistant Urticaria: A Case Report
Get PDFUrticaria, commonly known as hives, is a distressing skin condition characterized by the sudden appearance of itchy, raised wheals on the skin. While it may seem like a minor issue to some, Urticaria can have a profoundly debilitating impact on an individual\u27s quality of life. The present case of Urticaria was treated with administration of synthetic corticosteroids for 1 year, gradually patient noticed increased body weight, impairment in metabolism with constipation, disturbed sleep, anxiety with temporary reduction of Urticarial symptoms only during administration of medication. On withdrawal symptoms used to reoccur with much more severity. on examination the case was found with predominance of Vata and Kapha Dosha with the presenting complaints of Kandu (itching), Rukshata (dryness), Varati Dastha Samsthan Shotha (Erythamatous reddish wheals all over body) and Utsedha (skin thickening). The approach was done with Amapachana for first 15 days followed by classical Vamana Karma (therapeutic emesis therapy) with internal administration of Patola Katurohinyadi Kashaya, Avipattikara Churna and Dooshivishari Gulika along with complete withdrawal of synthetic corticosteroids. Significant results were found during the Amapachana stage itself with noticeable reduction in body weight and improvement in metabolism, recurrence of symptoms were also negligeable followed by Vamana Karma even after withdrawal of synthetic steroids. The overall quality of life physically, mentally and socially has improved satisfactorily. Considering these satisfactory results in the present case; similar strategies can be adopted in suitable cases of Urticaria in large sample size to generate evidences and disseminate usefulness of traditional interventions in the management of Urticaria
Panchamahabhut Siddhant : Conceptual Review and it’s Applications in Ahar, Vihar and Aushadha
Get PDFAyurveda is an ancient medical science has lots of theoretical and philosophical aspect. Ayurveda defines health and all the factors responsible for its maintenance and health promotion. Panchmahabhut Siddhant is a fundamental philosophical and scientific doctrine in Ayurved. All matter in the universe, including human body, is composed of five basic elements are Prithvi (earth), Jal (water), Agni or Tej (fire), Vayu (air) and Akash (space). These five elements which collectively termed as Panchamahabhuta. Equilibrium of Mahabhutas ensures health, while their imbalance denote Vikar. Panchmahabut Siddhant provides the basis for the classification of Doshas, understanding structures, function as well as properties of food, medicine and the environment. Panchmahabhut Siddhant serves as guiding framework for diagnosis, treatments, enabling a holistic and individualized approach to health and disease management
An Integrative Approach in the management of Bilateral Ischiorectal Abscess: A Case Report
Get PDFBackground: Ischiorectal abscesses frequently arise as complications of perianal abscesses. In contemporary medicine, management typically involves a two-stage procedure: initial incision and drainage (I&D), followed by secondary wound healing. In Ayurveda, this condition is recognized as Gudavidradhi, which is traditionally managed through Bhedan Karma (surgical incision) and Ropan Karma (healing measures). The case presented here was treated following this Ayurvedic protocol, utilizing Nimb-Patol-Erandmool Kwath for wound cleansing, Yashtimadhu-Lajjalu Tail for dressing, and internal herbal medications. Materials and Methods: This case study involves a 47-year-old male patient diagnosed with an acute bilateral ischiorectal abscess, Clinical features included severe pain, purulent discharge with foul odour, oedema, difficulty in walking and sitting. The condition was successfully managed through a comprehensive Ayurvedic regimen. Results: Significant clinical improvement was observed, with complete wound healing and resolution of associated symptoms. Discussion and Conclusion: The Ayurvedic approach, involving surgical and medicinal therapies rooted in traditional principles, proved effective in the management of a complex bilateral ischiorectal abscess. This case supports the potential of integrative Ayurvedic protocols in managing challenges in healing of Ischiorectal abscess
Endocrinology of Ashtaunindniya Purush - A Review Article
No full textAyurveda is one of the oldest systems of traditional medicine known worldwide. Despite its ancient origins, much of the deep knowledge within this system remains unexplored. By combining insights from different traditional medical systems, new pathways for discovering herbal medicines could emerge. In Ayurvedic texts, Acharya Charak describes eight types of undesirable bodily constitutions called Nindya Prakritis. These include Atideergha (excessive height), Atihriswa (extremely short stature), Atigaur (excessive fair complexion), Atikrishna (excessive dark complexion), and Atiloma (abundant body hair) or absent body hair, excessive thinness, and overweight. The concept of Ashtanindita Purusha refers to individuals who are considered socially unacceptable due to their distinctive physical traits. However, this concept goes beyond social stigma, as these traits can indicate various systemic disorders that may lead to serious health conditions, including life-threatening ones. This study aims to examine the concept of Ashtanindita Purusha from a scientific perspective, particularly focusing on its implications in endocrinology
Mastering Andropause - An Ayurvedic Way
Get PDFHormones keep constantly fluctuating throughout the life of a human, especially during the older ages and it produces a drastic change resulting in a myriad of symptoms. While these changes are the natural part of our life, it doesn’t mean that we are bound to live with these maladies. Over the past few years, there has been a lot of discussion about such a clinical syndrome, menopause. But a similar condition is present in men as well, with both physical and psychological changes and it is called as Andropause. Medically it is defined as a clinical and biochemical syndrome associated with advancing age and characterized by a deficiency in serum androgen levels with or without a decrease in genomic sensitivity to androgens. Typically, andropause can be considered as a syndrome producing a cluster of symptoms by affecting different organs of the body. As ageing has been associated with an abundance of concomitant diseases, the symptoms of andropause are usually missed during a clinical examination. In Ayurveda the contexts of andropause can be understood in the purview of Kalaja and Akalaja Jara with predominant Dhathu Kshaya Lakshanas. In this paper, we review the data on the definition, major clinical symptoms and the treatment modalities of andropause. We also look into the possible concepts and treatment approaches explained in ayurveda in tackling the particular condition
Review on therapeutic uses of Takra w.s.r. to Medoroga - A Conceptual Study
Get PDFAyurveda, originating from ancient India, is a holistic system of medicine that has gained significant attention for its comprehensive approach to health and well-being. In Ayurveda, obesity is conceptualized as "Medoroga," where "Meda" refers to adipose tissue and "Roga" denotes disease. According to Ayurvedic principle, Medoroga is a Kapha predominant Vyadhi yet the involvement of Vata and Pitta cannot be neglected. So, all the three Doshas are involved in the pathogenesis of Medoroga. A dietary approach to cure Medoroga is intake of Takra in individual’s diet. It is prepared by churning yogurt or curd with water, it is considered to pacify aggravated Doshas, particularly Vata and Kapha, due to its Madhur Kashaya Rasa, Ushna Virya and Laghu-Ruksha Guna. Takra is believed to stimulate the digestive fire (Agni) without aggravating Pitta.By utilising Samanya Vishesh Siddhant and Ashraya Ashrayi Bhava Takra remove the obstruction of the Srotas by balancing Doshas and Agni
Comprehensive Review of Shatpushpa Siddha Taila Nasya and Tiladi Kwatha: An Ayurvedic Approach to Management of Pushphaghni (PCOS)
Get PDFPolycystic ovarian syndrome is a probably fastest growing gynaecological disorder in females of reproductive age group. Many pharmacological drugs have been used to treat PCOS with numerous side effects, which have resulted in the selection of alternative treatments from natural sources. Hence, this review aims to investigate the efficacy of medicinal herbs in regularising ovulation, hyperandrogenism, and other metabolic condition in PCOS. Based on the keywords “polycystic ovarian syndrome” or “medicinal herbs” or “ovarian cysts” or “hyperandrogenism” or “insulin resistance”. Treatment included such as Tiladi Kwatha and Shatpushpa Siddha Taila Nasya in Pushphaghni (PCOS)
Indigestion (Ajirna) - Induced Hyperacidity (Vishatabhdhajirna) Treated with Ayurveda Therapy : A Single Case Study
Get PDFAyurved the Indian traditional system of medicine, belives that the a majority of the diseases in humans arises due to hypofunctioning of Agni. Disturbed function of Agni causing indigestion of food is termed as Ajirna in Ayurveda. Vishatabhdhajirna are the types of Ajirna having vatadoshain its manifestation. Vishatabhdhajirnas can be compared with indigestion induced hyperacidity because of the resembelence in signs & symptoms observed in these conditions. In this report, we are presenting a case of 35 year old male patient diagnosed with Vishatabhajirna. With complaints of pricking pain in abdomen, abnormal movement of Vata, obstruction to stool and flatus and other symptoms of Vata Vridhhi. This case was treated with Ayurved Shaman therapy prescribed at a specific drug administration time along with cessation of known etiological factors. Therapeutic assessment was done by using Reflux Disease Questionnaire (RDQ) scale. Significant improvement was noted in clinical parameters as well as on the standard RDQ scale without reported relapse of previous symptoms on follow-up visit. Also, there were no adverse events recorded during the treatment & follow-up period
A study on the effect of Yashadamrita Malahara and Navakashaya in the management of Vicharchika (Eczema)
Get PDFIntroduction: Skin diseases generally follow a chronic course, with frequent recurrences. In Ayurvedic texts, the topical application of Yashadamrita Malahara[1] is described as highly effective in the treatment of Vicharchika (Eczema), while Navakashaya[2] is considered beneficial for Pittaja and Kaphajanya Kushtha. However, no prior studies have evaluated their combined efficacy. This study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of Yashadamrita Malahara and Navakashaya in the management of Vicharchika (Eczema).
Method: In this study, a total of 45 patients with Vicharchika (Eczema) were enrolled in three groups, and all of them completed the full course of treatment.
Result: In first group, Yashadamrita Malahara was applied externally to the patients of Vicharchika (Eczema) which provided complete improvement to 20% of patients, marked improvement to 60% of patients, moderate improvement to 13% of patients, and mild improvement to 7% patients. In second group, Navakashaya was given orally to the patients of Vicharchika (Eczema) provided complete improvement to 20% of patients moderate improvement to 20% of patients, and mild improvement to 80% of patients. In third group, Yashadamrita Malahara was applied locally and Navakashaya was given orally to the patients of Vicharchika (Eczema) which provided complete improvement to 33% of patients, marked improvement to 53% of patients, moderate improvement to 7% of patients, and mild improvement to 7% patients.
Conclusion: The findings of the study indicate that both Yashadamrita Malahara and Navakashaya can be considered effective treatment options for Vicharchika (Eczema)