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Efficacy of Mashadi Upanaha Sweda in Niramavastha of Janusandhigata Vata- A Review
Get PDFoai:oai.ahr.a2zjournals.com:article/1Sandhigata Vata is form of Vata vyadhi mainly affecting knee joint (Janusandhi), because it is weight bearing organ of body. Due to day- to- day sedentary life style and Vata prakop causes Doshavaigunya and Dhatuvaigunya. When the vitiated Vata aggravates in Janusandhi called as Janusandhigata vata. In Janusandhigata vata Shoola (pain), Shotha (swelling), Akunchana Prasaranayoho Savedana Pravrutti (pain during movements), Vatapurna druti sparsha (crepitus) of the joint are common clinical features. In Niramavastha of Sandhigata vata, dhatukshaya is a major event. Upanaha sweda or poultice application is one of the chikitsa described in the management of Sandhigatavata under samanya chikitsa sutra of swedana. Mashadi Upanaha sweda is of Guru, Snigdha, Brumhana, Vataghna by property, mixed with Masha,Godhuma, Devodar choorna,Kanji, Tilataila, Godugdha, Saindhava decrease vitiated Vata dosha and gives strength to the joints. This article is an initiation to study its efficacy of Mashadi Upanaha sweda in the management of Janusandhigatavata Niramavastha
A Critical Analysis on Ayurvedic Aspect of Katigraha (Low Back Pain): A Successful Case Study
Get PDFA frequent condition affecting the back\u27s muscles, nerves, and bones is low back discomfort. Pain might range from a continual dull sensation to a sudden acute sensation. Low back pain affects approximately 60 to 85% of adults during some point of their life. Katigraha indicates a disease condition of the lower back associated with pain, stiffness, and restricted movements. A condition when pure saam vayu reaches kati Pradesh and produces pain is known as katigraha. In Ayurveda samhitas, katigraha has been mentioned as both anubandha and anubandhya vyadhi. It can be correlated with Lumbar Spondylosis due to similarity of clinical manifestations. Lumbar spondylosis is a degenerative condition that develops gradually over time, being more common in older individuals. Contemporary medicine has its own limitations giving only short-term relief in pain or surgical intervention with side effects. So this single case was taken to demonstrate the effects of ayurvedic treatment modality. After a month, the patient\u27s symptoms were assessed, and the results were satisfactory. The patient\u27s general quality of life had also greatly improved
Role of Ayurveda in Emergency Management
Get PDFAn emergency is a condition requiring immediate treatment where the patient with this is either conscious or unconscious. A medical emergency is an injury or illness that is acute and poses an immediate risk to a person’s life or long-term health. Ancient Acharyas used various terms like Sadhya, Ashu, and Twarita in emergency conditions where quick management is needed. It is the right place to mention the reference to Sushruta Samhita in which Acharya has prescribed to use of specific methods in emergency conditions. It is believed that emergency treatment in Ayurveda is not present and in emergency one needs to take only allopathic medicines, and Ayurveda has a limited role to play in chronic ailments only. Ayurveda to become the main line of medicine needs to have emergency management. Emergency management was described in Ayurveda, which needs only enlightenment. Aim and Objectives: To study the Ayurvedic basis of emergency management. To study the text for necessary reference that describes emergency management. Material and Methods: Relevant Ayurvedic and modern literature is the material of the paper. Old Ayurvedic treatises. Discussion: Ayurveda can also be useful in emergency conditions and life-threatening conditions. Conclusion: Here it may be concluded that Ayurvedic medicines are useful in the management of emergency conditions
Basic Concepts of Human Nutrition (Poshana) in Ayurveda
Get PDFAyurveda is a 6000-year-old care system that asserts that science, philosophy & spirituality are necessary aspects for a healthy living. Ayurveda is considered not only a comprehensive medical system but also a way of life. Nutrition plays a central role in ayurvedic living. Ayurveda places special emphasis on ahara, anna as a means to good life, health & wellness. Healthy & wholesome food nourishes the mind, body & soul. Food is the life of the living being because the direct fruit of the food is the life bearer, it is seen. Our body is composed of tridosha, dhatu &mala. Health as nutrition means balance in bi-ahumours, tissue & wastes, good digestive power, positive & happy attitude in senses, mind & soul indicates the healthy condition of human being. The primary purpose of Ayurveda is not only the treatment of disease but prevention also. Three pillar of life-Aahar, Nidra & Bhamacharya. Diet is the first important pillar of life. It’s very much beneficial to our life then the life will be happy with increasing body strength, color, complexion & growth, but misuse of these three things is harmful to our body. Rasayana & invigoration there are special foods & herbs to prevent aging, strengthen, immunity, improve mental faculties & increase vitality. Vajikarana substances are specially used as aphrodisiac & fertility improving agents. Such foods & substances should be consumed regularly so that health is followed (maintenance) that is health remains good & diseases which have not arisen can’t be originated. Living all other worldly activities, the body should be followed because when the body is absent, there is a lack of all things for men. Those who live, lives senses, receiving praise from gentleman, being dis-ease free live 36000 nights (days) up to 100 years
A Review on Attyayik Chikitsa Yog in Bhaishajyratnavali-Vishchikitsa Prakaranam
Get PDFImportance of Ayurveda is now worldwide accepted. In lifestyle orientated and chronic diseases conditions like arthritis, skin diseases, Ayurveda medicines are proven and accepted by the world. But in emergency medical conditions like Snake bite scorpion bite which shows emergency sign and symptoms. Respiratory distress, Palpitations, there is need to study. In this article a review on the emergency conditions like Poisoning by Poisonous plants, Snake bite, insect bite, Scorpion bite etc. and the combination of drugs (kalpa) from Bhaishajy ratnavali Vish Chikista prakaranam used in such emergency condition is elaborated specifically in Snake bite & Scorpion bite
Plant Disease Detection using Image Segmentation
Get PDFThis paper presents a novel approach for detecting plant diseases using image segmentation techniques. The proposed method employs deep learning algorithms to segment images into healthy and infected areas, and then classifies the disease based on the segmented region. The use of image segmentation allows for the automated detection and quantification of diseases in plants, making it a valuable tool for farmers and researchers. Experimental results show that the proposed method achieves high accuracy in detecting various plant diseases, including leaf spot, powdery mildew, and rust. The method\u27s performance was evaluated on a dataset of plant images, demonstrating its effectiveness in real-world applications. The proposed approach has the potential to revolutionize the way plant diseases are detected and managed, improving crop yields and reducing losses due to disease outbreaks
Role of Dashmool Siddha Majjabasti in the Management of Avascular Necrosis of the Femoral Head: A successful case study
Get PDFAvascular necrosis is a condition brought on by a temporary or irreversible reduction in the bone\u27s blood supply. Bone tissue dies and crumbles when blood supply is interrupted. The joint surface may collapse if there is avascular necrosis close to joint. Young individuals with a 60% bilateral incidence rate have a condition known as avascular necrosis (AVN), which is also known as osteochondritis dissecans or Chandler\u27s disease and is characterized by dead bone. Complete hip replacement surgery is the only option for treating AVN, but it has disadvantages of a lengthy recovery period and a short lifespan for the hip. Contrary to popular belief, ayurvedic medicine offers long-term cure and halts the course of disease without any negative effects. Avascular necrosis and Asthi-Majja GataVata are not directly related, but their clinical manifestations point to Vata Pradhana Tridoshaja. Vyadhi and Asthi-Majja Dhatu\u27s primary Vikruti. The first portion of the Acharayas\u27 Vata-dominant illness therapy is called Basti Chikitsa. It is regarded as Param Aushadh for illnesses of Vata. To evaluate Dashmool Siddha Majjabasti\u27s effectiveness in the treatment of AVN. The goal was to prevent future hip joint degeneration and lessen the likelihood that surgical intervention would be necessary to treat avascular necrosis. A patient with stage 4 AVN in the right hip joint and stage 2 AVN in left hip joint who had not undergone surgery and who presented to the hospital\u27s outpatient department with limited mobility and a limping gait was treated using panchakarma treatment and shaman yoga. Significant improvement was seen following the therapy. Range of motion was improved while pain levels were significantly lowered. Following the procedure, patient was pain- and stiffness-free when walking and climbing stairs. Ayurvedic principles are used in the conservative therapy of AVN, which significantly reduces signs and symptoms and enhances quality of life.
Madhumeha W.S.R To Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Get PDFIndia is the capital of Diabetes Mellitus accounting for 1 in 6 (17%) of all cases of diabetes worldwide. Now-a-days, lack of sufficient physical activity and sedentary lifestyles are the main risk factors for Diabetes Mellitus. Diabetes Mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by the persistence of hyperglycemia due to defects in insulin secretion and abnormal insu-lin function. Prameha, a disease described in Ayurveda in the letter stage develops into Madhumeha and may be correlated with Diabetes Mellitus. Material and Methods: In order to focus on the disease status, the etiological factors, clinical fea-tures, Pathophysiology, Pathogenesis, Diagnosis of disease, and preventive measures described in various contexts and the views of researchers are taken into consideration as methods of the review. Discussion and conclusion: Ayurveda strongly believes in the importance of preventive, promotive, and curative aspects to maintain health status. Preventive health can be achieved by the principles of Dinacharya, Ritucharya, Sadvritta and Achara Rasayan, Hita ahara, and Virudha ahara men-tioned in Ayurveda, Health promotion enables individuals, families, populations, and communities to adopt lifestyles that promote and improve health. But now a days people follow sedentary lifestyles rather than this. Due to lack of sufficient physical activity several lifestyle disorders arise, Madhumeha is one of them. It is a subtype of Prameha Characterized by passing of urine like Madhu (Honey). It may be co-related with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Polyurea, Polydipsia & Polyphagia are the symptoms of DM. There are a lot of complications of the disease from acute metabolic complications to Systemic. But it can be prevented & managed by following the Principles of Ayurveda.
Preparation of Godanti Bhasma (Gypsum) by Muffle Furnace Using Traditional Method W.S.R. Rastarangini and its Comparative Physico Chemical Analysis
Get PDFThe Godanti comes under Sudha varga (Calcium compounds). It was first described by Ras tarangini (Ayurveda pharmaceutics) in a recent book on Rasashastra. Another book named Rasamritam also explained Godanti. Godanti is an easy to identify, non-controversial and easily available drug. Both the bhasma tested for different test like XRD, inorganic elements, Ash, pH , Particle size , Organoleptic test, Calcium percentages etc. The bhasma prepared by both method shows near about same results.The Godanti bhasma prepared by both the method has same analytical results but the Bhasma prepared by traditional method need more time and it is laborous than the bhasma prepared by Furnace method
Pharmacological Concept of Dravyaguna according to Actions
Get PDFAyurveda is ancient medical holistic science and its concepts deals with the overall health and management of disease related to health. During the management of disease number of formulations are mentioned which helps to overcome the disease. Many plants and their formulations are mentioned in Ayurvedic texts .Their mode of action, formulation and dosage is also being explained. The special branch of Ayurveda which deals with the general principles related to the Ayurveda pharmacognosy and pharmacology is called as Dravayaguna. Namajnana, Rupajnana, Gunajnana, and Yuktijnana are only a few of the components that make up Dravyaguna Vigyan. The Dravyaguna Vigyan in Ayurveda is a platform where we may understand the qualities of Dravya (medicines) comprehensively. If we take the word "Dravya Guna" at its literal definition, dravaya means material or objects, and "Guna" implies property, relates Dravyaguna Vigyan Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipak, and Prabhav are considered while examining the pharmacological effects of medications. Rasa, Guna, Virya, Vipak, and Prabhav are said to be intrinsic qualities of medications in Ayurveda, and they merely serve to enhance the drug\u27s therapeutic effects. Therefore, I am offering this study about the fundamental idea of Dravyaguna and how its qualities contribute to pharmacological activities