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Vandhyatva (infertility) is failure to conceive or give birth or experiencing Garbha Strava or Garbha pata (repeated abortion). Disturbed lifestyle, usage of contraceptives, stress, genetic problems, alcohol consumption and smoking addiction increases such cases day by day. Nowadays fallopian tube blockage has become one of the burning issues of female infertility. According to Ayurveda, successful conception depends upon Ritu, Kshetra, Ambu and Beeja. Beejagrahana is unable due to tubal blockage (Sanga Srotodusti of Arthavavaha) leads to failure of conception. Panchakarma plays an important role in treating female infertility and Uttara Basti is one of the best (Panchkarma therapy for the infertility treatment in Ayurveda). It detoxifies the uterine cavity and fallopian tubes, which clear the Srothoavarodha. Uttarbasti along with internal medication helps in Vata Dosha saman and remove the Sanga srotodusti. A diagnosed case of infertility due to bilateral tubal blockage, visited our clinic for treatment of tubal blockage and consequent infertility. Here is the case presentation of successful treatment with Ayurveda medicines and Uttara basti.
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Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory condition in which patients show altered bowel habit such as diarrhoea, constipation, rectal bleeding, tenesmus, passage of mucous and crampy abdominal pain etc. These symptoms may be relapsing and remitting episodes of inflammation limited to the muscles layer of colon. Allopathic medicine definitely made the life comfortable for human beings with various research and advancement in treatment modalities but in certain disease like ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease and many more diseases it also searches a search engine and probably Ayurveda play this role in several ways. In Ayurveda Raktaja Arsh, Raktatisara, Raktaja Pravahika, Grahani shows symptoms having resemblance with Ulcerative colitis. Ayurveda described various treatment modalities for the management of Ulcerative colitis such as Anuvasan Basti, Piccha Basti, Samshamanyogas, proper nutritional supplements, herbal therapy, Yoga and meditation etc. In present study, A diagnosed case of ulcerative colitis, age 61yrs male from Dhanbad, Jharkhand came to OPD of Kayachikitsa, Government Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Patna. He complained of pain in abdomen, bleeding per rectum, excessive thirst, pain in joints of lower limb bilaterally. He was given Anuvasan Basti and Piccha Basti along with some drugs and his complaints not only relieved delayed remission as well. The goals of the treatment are to improve quality of life, minimize the risk of colon cancer and achieve steroids free remission of the disease ulcerative colitis.
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The most commonly diagnosed arthritis is Knee Osteoarthritis. The main possible causes of Knee Osteoarthritis can be trauma, overweight, old age, lifestyle, calcium deficiency etc. In modern medicine, the available treatment for osteoarthritis is NSAIDS, Ca supplements, and at last, joint replacement. The present case study is about knee osteoarthritis which is caused due to trauma. Panchakarma (Snehana, Swedana, Janu Basti, Matra Basti) has a significant role in the management of Osteoarthritis. So, here’s an attempt to show its efficacy, along with oral Ayurvedic medications, which will be helpful for further studies.
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Kati Basti is an Ayurvedic treatment approach that includes several acts such as Bahyasnehana (external oleation), and Swedana Chikitsa (fomentation therapy). Katibasti is not mentioned in any of the classical sources. Even though it is not injected into the body, it is nevertheless referred to as Basti because medicated and lubricated substances are applied to certain parts of the body for a set period. In Kati (back) and Adhah shakagata vikaras, Katibasti is beneficial (disorders of the lower part of the body). This type of external Basti is very beneficial for muscle spasms, lower back tightness, and bone tissue strengthening in the back area. Backache is the common term used for trending diseases of today's lifestyle due to the engagement of people in improper postures, one of them is sciatica. Sciatica (Gridhrasi) is a word for low back pain that travels down the inside of the leg, through the hip, to the back of the thigh, and down the inside of the leg. In general, 5-10% of people with low back pain have sciatica, but the lifetime prevalence of low back pain is believed to be between 49 and 70 percent. Modern science's treatment of sciatica is unsatisfactory, involving the use of analgesics for pain alleviation and surgical techniques that are frequently associated with side effects. Gridhrasi or sciatica is treated with a variety of methods described in Ayurveda. Kati Basti is a one-of-a-kind therapeutic technique due to its simple, non-invasive, and effective approach. The present review focus of Kati basti, its scientific understanding, its mode of action along its application in sciatica.
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Sandhigat Vata is a Vata vyadhi of degenerative nature, and Basti is preferred line of treatment for all Vata vyadhi as mentioned by Acharya Charak. Matra Basti is a type of Anuvasan Basti which is used for many degenerative diseases. So for present study Matra Basti with Sahachar Tail was selected. Acharya Charaka has mentioned Sahachar Taila in the management of the Vat Vyadhi. Acharya Yogratnakar has mentioned Sahacharadi Kwath with Til Taila under the context of Vat Vyadhi. Here Sahacharadi Kwath with Til Taila was selected for Shaman Chikitsa. Aims and objectives: To evaluate and compare the effect of Sahacharadi Kwath with and without Matra Basti in the management of Janu Sandhigat Vata w.s.r to Osteo-arthritis. Material and methods: For present study 30 patients of Janu Sandhigat Vata were selected according to the classical signs and symptoms of Sandhigat Vata according to Ayurveda as well as modern science, were randomly divided into 2. Result: In Group A, total 15 patients were treated. Out of 15 patients 20.0% patients got marked improvement, 73.33% got moderate improvement while 6.67% patients got mild improvement. No patient got complete remission. In Group B, total 15 patients were treated. Out of them 6.67% patients got marked improvement, 40.0% patients got moderate improvement and 46.67% showed mild improvement. One patient remains unimproved. No patient got complete remission. Conclusion: It is concluded that Matra Basti along with Sahacharadi Kwath provided better result as compare to only Sahacharadi Kwath in the management of Janu Sandhigata Vata.
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An open label, randomized, comparative, interventional pilot study was done to assess the effect of Lekhana Basti (medicated enema) and Rechana Nasya Karma (Errhine therapy) in the management of Sthoulya with special reference to obesity. In the study 30 clinically diagnosed patient of either sex were randomly divided into two groups. In Basti group, Lekhana Basti in Karma Basti manner was given for 30 days. Anuvasana Basti (enema with Triphaladi Taila) in the dose of 120 mL and Asthapana Basti (enema with Triphaladi decoction etc.) in the dose of approximately 960 mL was given. In Nasya group, Rechananasya on alternate days was given with Triphaladi (oil) in the dose of 0.5 mL per nostril for total 28 days. The patients were assessed on objective criteria such as such as weight, chest circumference, mid-arm circumference, mid-thigh circumference, triceps skin fold thickness, sub-scapular skin fold thickness, abdominal skin fold thickness, waist-hip ratio and lipid profile. It was observed that Basti group was a better intervention in providing relief, however there intergroup standard deviation was low on most of the variable expect the lipid profile. The results suggest that the Nasya Karma may be developed as a better practical approach in obesity management.
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The digitalization of the world has influenced people to have access on all the things through technologies like use of computers, mobiles etc and excess use of this has caused various problems and one among them is usage of these gadgets in improper position which is the causative factor for Greeva Sandhigatavata and shows Sandhi Shoola, Sandhi Shotha, Vatapoorna Druti Sparsha and Prasarana Akunchana Vedana which can be correlated to Cervical Spondylosis which also shows similar symptoms like pain in the neck, stiffness, radiating pain and tenderness. So the study was carried on 10 patients, 5 patients in each group to evaluate the efficacy of Greevabasti with Prasarini Taila in Group A and Nasya Karma with Parinitakeriksheera Taila in Greeva Sandigatavata w.s.r. to cervical spondylosis as Pradhana karma after Poorava Karma of Snehana and Swedana in both the groups. The study revealed that Sandhishoola (joint pain) and Sandhishotha (joint Swelling) where highly significant statistically and Sandhisthabdhata was significant statistically in Group A, and in Group B Sandhi Sthabdhata shown highly significant results.
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Migraine is the disease of recurrent attack of headache which usually involves half of head. It is felt as throbbing type of pain and associated with various symptoms like, Nausea, vomiting, Photophobia etc. Its acute attacks are treated with different analgesics or ergotamine preparations. A modern medicine gives instant relief from symptoms but may cause drowsiness, insomnia, depression etc. As compare to that, Ayurveda has variety of natural plant medication and Panchakarma therapeutic procedures in management of Ardhavabhedaka. Thus, the study was selected to evaluate the efficacy of Ayurvedic Panchakarma therapy in migraine. The duration of the treatment was 30 days. Out of 17 migraine patients who were offered this Ayurvedic treatment, 12 patients completed total 30 days treatment protocol. Detail history and examination of each patient were done. Kesharsiddhaghrit Nasya and Dashmul kwath yog basti given along with Tab. Pathathyadi Ghanvati. Evaluation was done. Total disappearance of headache and associated symptoms at completion of treatment was observed in 66.66% patients. Mild episode of headache without need of any regular treatment was observed in 8.33% of patients. Low intensity of pain along with their regular treatment was observed in 16.66% of patients. Very mild improvement in 8.33% patients and no worst pain was noted in a single patient during treatment (0.0%); respectively. From the results and observation obtained from this study it can be concluded that Ayurvedic Panchakarma therapy showing better results in Ardhavabhedaka. No any harmful side effects were found during this entire study.
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Background: The objective of this study was to evaluate the role of Virechana (Arhtrox) followed by Kalbasti (14 in number), Knee dhara and Matrabastiin knee osteoarthritis patients.Methods: From OPD of Ayushakti Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd., 60 Patients suffering from knee Osteoarthritis (Janusandhigatavata) were selected randomly as per the inclusion and exclusion criteria. On the basis of specific criteria prepared. Group-I-(30 patients) received only Ayushakti herbs for Osteoarthritis, viz. Painmuktimj, Painmukti sandhical and Painmukti cream for LA Group-II-(30 patients) received Virechana (Arthrox), KalBastikrama (14 Bastis) and Knee dhara with oil followed by Matrabasti (60 ml) twice a week for 6 months along with Ayushakti herbs for Osteoarthritis. Each participant was in the study for 6 months. The entire study duration was 12 months.Result: About 87 patients were enrolled in the study of which 60 completed the study, 27 patients were drop out of the study, at the different stages of project mainly due to poor follow up. Significant reduction in pain was observed in Groups I and II as compared to the baseline (p <0.001) Pain scale (p <0.001).Conclusion: In this study, good relief was offered in knee joint pain, stiffness and mobility, and daily activities like standing, walking, and climbing. Painmukti mj, Painmukti cream and Painmukti Sandhical tablets are Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic but their efficacy can be increased with Virechana.
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Avascular necrosis (AVN), also called osteonecrosis, aseptic necrosis, or ischemic bone necrosis, is a condition that occurs when there is loss of blood supply to the bone, an interruption to the blood supply causes bone to die. If not stopped this process eventually cause the bone to collapse. It is the most challenging condition of the present era in orthopedics. In Ayurveda it can be co-related with the Asthi Majja Gata Vata due to similar sign and symptoms of Avascular necrosis of neck of femur. Aim and objectives: To assess the efficacy of Manjisthadi Kshara Basti, Rooksha Choorna Pinda Swedana, Pizhichil and Shastikashali Pinda Swedana in the management of AVN. Objective was to stop the further deterioration of the hip joint and to reduce the chances of surgical intervention in managing AVN. Materials and methods: A diagnosed and non operated case of Avascular necrosis of stage 3 with complaints of pain of bilateral hip joint, restricted movements and limping gait approached the out-patient division of the hospital and was managed by Rooksha Choorna Pinda Swedana, Manjisthadi Kshara Basti, Pizhichil and Shastikashali Pinda Swedana. Observation and Result: Significant improvement was noticed after the treatment. Pain was reduced significantly with improvement in range of movement. Patient was able to walk and climb stairs after the treatment without pain and stiffness. There was reduction in VAS scale, marked improvement was noticed in Harris Hip Score.
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a gastrointestinal disorder characterized by altered bowel habits and abdominal pain in the absence of detectable structural abnormalities. The pathogenesis of IBS is poorly understood, although roles for abnormal gut motor and sensory activity, central neural dysfunction, psychological disturbances, stress, and luminal factors have been proposed. About 10-15% of the population is affected at some time but only 10% of these consult their doctor because of symptoms. In Ayurveda, IBS can be correlated to Grahani Roga due to similarity in their clinical presentation. In this case an effort was made to treat a 32 years old male patient having symptoms of Muhurbaddha Muhurshithil (episode of constipated and loose stools), Apakwa Malapravritti (Stool with mucus), Udarshool (abdominal pain). Patient treated with various Panchakarma (five Bio-cleaning Ayurvedic therapies) procedures like Basti (herbal medicated enema), Takra Dhara (pouring Herbal medicated butter milk on head) and oral medications. At the end of 60 days of treatment patient got significant improvement in episode of constipated and loose stools (75%), distension of abdomen (75%), anorexia (100%) and stool with mucus (100%).
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Gridhrasi or sciatica in modern language is one the common condition of loco motor system disorder; it is a pain dominant disease and reduces human activity. In Ayurveda texts it comes under Vatavyadhi. Aim: To successfully manage acute case of sciatica through Panchakarma treatment. Materials and Methods- An acute case of sciatica was taken under consideration and was given Panchakarma therapies like Kati Basti, Abhyanga, Matra Basti for 23 days. Results and conclusion: The patient got 83.3% improvement in SLR test and nerve discomfort. It was noted that Panchakarma therapy is highly effective in treating acute cases of sciatica.
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Menstruation is normal vaginal bleeding that occurs every month in all women of reproductive age group (15-49yrs). According to Ayurveda, normal menstrual cycle is the pointer of healthy and normal reproductive organ in which intermenstrual period is one month (Candramasa=28days), duration of menstrual blood flow is 5 days(differ acc. to different opinion of Acharyas) is not associated with pain or burning sensation, menstrual blood is not unctuous, not very scanty nor excessive in amount. Dysmenorrhoea is one of the common symptoms found in abnormal menstruation. Dysmenorrhoea means painful menstruation, it is a burning health problem now especially in post pubescent women in the age group of 18-25 years with ovulatory cycles due to today’s life style. That badly affects the daily routine activities and quality of life. Our ancient Ayurveda also describe it as Udavarta Yonivyapada, it is also found in many other disease of female as a symptom like Vatala Yonivyapada ,Tridoshja Yonivyapada, Mahayoni, Vataja, Pittaja and Kaphaja Aartavadushti, Kunapagandhi Aartavadushti, Aartavakshaya, Vataja and Kaphaja Asrigdar. Modern medicine system have analgesics, antispasmodic and surgery for its treatment but all these have their own many more side effects which further gave trouble, but according to Ayurveda Basti Chikitsa has a very miraculous effect on dysmenorrhea in every reproductive age group without any further side effect. So we describe role of Basti Chikitsa in dysmenorrhea rest of the article.
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The word steroid - we all know these are life saving drugs. Steroids have different meanings. Steroids are chemicals, often hormones that your body makes naturally. They help your organs, tissues, and cells do their jobs. Steroids can also refer to man-made medicines. We all know misuse of anything could be fatal. Nowadays anabolic steroids are very common especially in young adults going to gym for making muscles. Gym trainers are giving them steroids by saying and assuring that it will help them to build their muscle and body mass index. In some cases it can become life threatening too. Here in this article I’m going to present such case in which a young boy of just 25 years of age has taken such steroids and lands himself in deep trouble. He was healthy but the moment he joined gym, everything was ruined. He was diagnosed with AVN (Avascular Necrosis) of hip joint. AVN is a deadly pathology in which death of bone tissue occur due to lack of blood supply. Now he is not able to walk on his own and using wheel chair. So this article is basically awareness to young generation who are running behind this stuff and making their life hell.
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Musculoskeletal conditions affect people of all age groups in all regions of the world. According to the Global burden disease report, musculoskeletal disorders are an increasing healthcare issue and have become the second most common cause of disability. Musculoskeletal conditions are characterized by pain, limitations in mobility, dexterity and functional ability which restrict a person’s ability to work and participate in society which in turn affects mental well being as well. According to the data by WHO 20-30% of people across the globe live with a painful musculoskeletal conditions. Pain and restricted mobility are the main features in MSD and the drugs used in contemporary medicine are analgesics, NSAIDS, DMARDS, corticosteroids etc. which are associated with long term adverse-effects. In Ayurveda Classics MSD’s can be related with the various diseases described under Vatavyadhi. Basti is the best line of treatment for treating all types of Vataja disorders. By reviewing the classical texts, it is understood that the Basti reaches in Pakawashaya and from there works on all the organs by virtue of the Virya (~potency) present in Basti dravyas. In this article an attempt has been made to explain effect of Basti chikitsa in the management of musculoskeletal disorders through analysis of various researches performed. Also various research papers available through Pub med, Google scholar, Wikipedia and websites has been compiled in this articles which can be practiced in daily basis that will lead to betterment of the patient’s conditions.
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Background: Large numbers of population suffer from the low back-pain. Prevalence increases linearly from third decade of life on, until the 60 years of age, being more prevalent in woman. Sciatica most commonly occurs when a herniated disk, bone spur on the spine or narrowing of the spine (spinal stenosis) compresses part of the nerve. It is commonly occurs due to the compression of lumbar nerves L4 or L5 or sacral nerves S1, S2 or S3 or by the compression of the sciatic nerve itself. This causes inflammation, pain and often some numbness in the affected leg. Gridhrasi is the one amongst the 80 types of Nanatmaja disorders of Vatavyadhi, It starts from Kati- prishta (pelvic region and Lumbosacral) radiating to Jangha (thigh) and Pada (feet) with impairment of lifting the leg. The gait of the person is very similar to vulture (Gridhra) hence the name is given as Gridharsi. Material and Method: A case controlled clinical study on a known case of Gridharsi has been done in All India Institute of Ayurveda Hospital. The treatment was planned on the basis of principles of Ayurveda mentioned in the context of Gridharsi including Erand-mooladi basti and oral medications. Result: after the whole course of treatment, patient got 70% relief in all sign and symptoms and changes in gait limping gait to normal gait. Conclusion: It can be concluded that Erand-mooladi basti and oral medications is more effective in Gridhrasi management.
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Now a day抯 large number of population are suffering from low backache because of lifestyle modification, irregular sitting posture and house hold works. Low backache is a common symptom involving the muscles, nerves and vertebral column. Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of Sciatic nerve. It resembles disease 揋ridhrasi� in Ayurveda. Radiating pain is the predominant symptom with stiffness, which will hamper the daily activity of an individual. The purpose of the study is to evaluate the efficacy of Erandamula Ksheera Basti in Vataja Gridhrasi. A total 10 patients of Vataja Gridhrasi were administered Erandamula Ksheera Basti in Yoga Basti pattern for 8 days. Vataja Gridhrasi lakshanas and SLR Positive were taken as assessment parameters, which showed significant results. Hence, Erandamula Ksheera Basti has better effect on patients of Vataja Gridhrasi.
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In India low back ache is one of the most common emerging diseases which are affecting day to day life of people physically as well as psychologically. Low back ache is the second most common disorder causing disability. Among its various causes the most commonly appearing one is Sciatica. Sciatica is a condition in which pain starts from low back and radiates to leg mostly unilateral but in some, it may be bilateral also. In Ayurvedic perspective its features resemble to those of Gridhrasi. In Ayurvedic classics two types of Gridhrasi have been described namely Vataja and Vata-kaphaja. The case study being presented is of a 44yr old male patient suffering from Vataja gridharsi. Basti karma is the choice of treatment in cases of Gridhrasi where as Snehana/ Snigdha svedana is choice of treatment for any Vataja disorder. So, Panchakarma therapy in this case includes Patrapindasveda, Sarvang vashpasveda and Basti therapy along with oral medication assessed on the basis of Oswestry disability index. The results indicate that the patient improved in presenting features up to 68.75% as well as day to day activities were also performed effectively by him.
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is the most common disease in the female population among adolescence and reproductive age group mainly due to the adoption of westernized culture. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a physiological disorder that causes many negative effects involving a variety of systems in the body, such as the endocrine, metabolic, psychological, and reproductive systems. The complex symptomatology of PCOS makes very difficult to treat as a whole. In Ayurveda also no disease can be compared directly with PCOS. Some of clinical symptoms of PCOS may simulate Granthibhoota Artava dushti and if not treated early lead to the full manifestations and complications of PCOS. A 26 year old female came to OPD of Streeroga of IPGT & RA, having the complaints of irregular cycle, weight gain and failure to conceive since 2 years of active married life with a previous history of abortion. Sonography revealed bulky ovaries with multiple small follicles. Based on clinical findings along with sonological evidences Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome was diagnosed and a treatment protocol was selected for managing the PCOS and finally to achieve conception. Palasadi basti was selected followed by Pathadi choorna orally with warm water as internal medicine. The treatment was done for 3 months and during follow up the cycles became regular and finally the patient got conceived within 2 months.
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Infertility is described as an inability to conceive despite unprotective sex for duration of one year or more. Male, female or both can be a victim for this disorder. There may be many biological causes of infertility including some can be treated with medical or surgical intervention. Ayurveda consider this problem as a cause of deterioration of quality of four factors i.e., time of ovulation, female health in context of reproductive system, quality of sperm and ovum and female抯 proper nutrition. There are different treatment methods and medicines used according to the deficit in male, female or in both. Vajikaran drugs like Ashwagandha, Madhuyasthi, Vidarikanda, Gokshura etc., are used in male fertility problems and Satavari, Punarnava, Dasmoola, Aloevera etc., used in female infertility problems. The purificatory procedures like Vamana, Virechana, Basti etc., are also found very effective to improve the quality and strength of required reproductive factors in both sexes. The effect of Uttar basti is also evidenced in different researches to treat female infertility.