International Journal of Applied Ayurved Research

AN EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON ANALGESIC EFFECT OF ASHOKA (SARACA ASOCA) COLLECTED IN DIFFERENT SEASONS

Ravi C.Kundgol — 2024-03-15

The observations and the inferences drawn by ancient Acharyas regarding the plant material, appear very rational on the background of recently accumulated knowledge about the variation in phyto-chemical contents of plants, which is known to occur depending on place and time of collection. The study aims at analgesic effect of Ashoka bark collected during different seasons. For the present study, Ashoka bark was collected in different season from Alvas herbal garden, Moodbidri is used for analysis. Analgesic effect of Ashoka bark was done to screen for its Analgesic activity. From the observation it is found that Analgesic activity by Eddy’s hot plate method shows the time taken to tolerate the pain sensation is markedly increased in Sharat, Vasanta and Greeshma rutu’s. It is observed that the trial drug Ashoka bark in the given dose shows moderate therapeutic action as Analgesic

OBSERVATIONAL STUDY TO ASSESS ROLE OF AHARAA IN THE GENESIS OF HRIDROG (IHD)

Pankaj Masodker — 2024-03-15

Hridrog (ischemic heart disease) is one of the major causes for morbidity and mortality in the entire world. Hridrog (IHD) has become a worldwide health problem in all economical groups of society and is responsible for 13 million of deaths per year in the entire world according to WHO. The mortality due to cardiovascular disease ranges from 15-16% in the developed and developing countries out of which most of deaths occur due to IHD. The Etiological factors of Hridrog according to Ayurveda, describe three categories, Aharaj (dietetic factors), Viharaj (somatic factors) and Manasika (psychological factors). Modern Medicine on the other hand, based on clinical and experimental evidence puts the blame on food containing large amounts of saturated fat, and cholesterol and cigarette smoking and stress and strains of modern sophisticated life. In the presence of above the etiological factors the Doshas get vitiated and get accumulated in Hriday and vitiate Rasa, produce Hridrog. Ayurveda has its own unique and fundamental concepts and principles to prevent and cure the diseases, such as Nidan parivarjana. Aharaj Nidan parivarjana means remove of Aharaj hetu that genesis the diseases. It is fundamental and fist line treatment to treat the diseases in which strict Aharaj plan to be followed according to nidan (causes of disease), prakruti, ritu (season), desh (place), kala (time) to cure the diseases. The positive solutions can be obtained and achieved by the Principal of Ayurveda hence in this present study 60 patients of IHD to observe the Aharaj nidan by Aharaj questionnaire “Observational Study to Assess Role of Ahara in the Genesis of Hridrog (IHD)” is a humble effort in this direction.

CONCEPT OF GENETIC AND CONGENITAL DISORDERS IN AYURVEDA AND IT’S PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Dolly Talpara — 2024-03-15

Ayurveda is science of life. It gives importance to prevention before occurring the diseases. Many diseases are descend in child from their parents. These are the genetic disorders. So, it is most important to follow preventive measures during pregnancy. Acharya Charaka has given concept of genetics mentioned in the form of Beeja (seed), Beejabhaga (part of seed) and Beejabhagavayava (further smaller part of seed). Day by day diseases are increasing in persons. This occurs due to faulty habits of food and life style. If pregnant woman takes this faulty food and do the activities which are strenuous, there is chance of having different disorders in child. These disorders are considered as congenital disorders. Aims & Objectives: To review the concept of genetic and congenital disorders as per Ayurveda and its preventive measures. Materials & methods: It is a conceptual study. Materials collected from ayurvedic classical literature and online articles related to topics. Result: Many preventive measures has been found under different headings which are helpful in prevention of congenital disorders and genetic disorders at some level. Discussion: Acharya has given the concept of Beeja, Beejabhaga, Beejabhagavyava, factors responsible for formation of Garbha, factors which are injurious to life of fetus, concept of consanguineous marriage, age of lady for procreating the child, cleansing therapy for couples before having pregnancy, Garbha-vikruti(defects in fetus) and it’s preventive measures. Conclusion: By following the preventive measures it is very easy to elevate the multidimensional quality of child and procure a disease free healthy baby endowed with excellence.

A CASE REPORT: UNVEILING THE MANAGEMENT OF VICHARCHIKA (ECZEMA) THROUGH AYURVEDA

Chander Shekhar Sharma — 2024-03-15

Eczema is a common skin condition that often causes dry, itchy and inflamed patches on the skin. Eczema is also known as atopic dermatitis. It is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that affects remarkable percentage of population worldwide. People with eczema often have a weakened skin barrier, which makes their skin more susceptible to irritants, allergens and moisture loss. The symptoms may vary from person to person but commonly include dry, itchy, red patches on the skin. These patches may become swollen, cracked or even bleed in some cases. This case study explores the journey of patient who has been living with complaints of Bahusrava (Excessive exudation), Pidika (Papule), Shyava Varna (Blackish brown discoloration) since last twenty years. Here, aim is to gain insights into her experience, as well as identify effective treatment strategies for managing the condition. Through a comprehensive examination and personalized treatment plan (Virechan therapy, Rakatshodhak and Kushthahar Chikitsa), patient was able to minimize symptoms and improve the quality of her life. The patient achieved significant improvement in her symptoms and regained control over her skin health.