Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine (JAHM)

Analysis of efficiency and pain level in the management of Fistula-in-Ano with sliding Ksharasutra technique - A Pilot Study

Sourav KT, Remya V R — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0530

Ksharasutra therapy is an ancient Ayurvedic treatment utilized in the management of Fistula-in-Ano. This study explores the efficiency of a novel sliding Ksharasutra technique to enhance the effectiveness of the treatment and patient comfort. The square knot of the Ksharasutra is replaced with a sliding knot which allow easier adjustments in the tension of the thread. This method was applied to seven patients, and the cutting rate was assessed in centimeters and pain levels were measured using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Results demonstrated a remarkable increase in the cutting rate, up to 1.98 cm per week, when compared to the conventional method. Additionally, the novel sliding technique was able to substantially reduce the pain during thread changes. The results suggest that the sliding Ksharasutra technique can accelerates the cutting rate as well as improves the patient comfort by reducing the pain during the course of treatment. This approach offers a potential superior alternative to the conventional methods.

Food toxicity and cumulative poisoning- A review

Ajith Kamath M, Ravi Rao, Raghurama Bhatta U — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0530

Food is a nourishing substance that is eaten or otherwise taken into the body to sustain life,provide energy or promote growth. Unsafe food containing harmful bacteria, viruses,parasites or chemical substances, causes more than 200 diseases- ranging from diarrhoea to cancers. Food safety, nutrition and food security are inextricably linked. According to Ayurveda Ahara(Food) comes under Trayopasthamba(3 pillars of life). But at the current scenario until and unless we farm our own food materials, everything available in market is having some kind of preservatives, genetically modified or chemicals added, and this may be one the major cause of increase in the prevalence of the diseases which is known to be of unknown origin such as cancer, diabetes etc., Hence food safety and toxicology is of great concern on the global terms due to unfair trade practices in quality and quantity. This can be correlated to a beautiful concept explained in ayurveda i.e Dushi Visha (cumulative poisoning). Therefore an attempt through this article is made to understand how the food that we consume regularly can act as a Cumulative poison.

A comprehensive approach to the management of venous ulcers(Vrana) – A case report

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0530

Vrana (ulcer), in Ayurveda is defined as a structural deformity in the skin and deeper structures (gaatra avachurnana), associated with ruja (pain), srava (discharge) etc and caused either by the vitiation of the doshas or by trauma. Acharya Sushruta has described sixty methods for treating such vranas (ulcers). A 67-years old non-diabetic, non-hypertensive female underwent Ayurvedic treatment after a wound on her right leg did not respond to the conventional medicines even after 2years of treatment. The ulcer was painful and foul-smelling along with darkening and thickening of the skin around ulcer was present, associated with swelling in both foot ,cellulities features in the left leg and she gradually gained weight to the extent of disturbing her sleep and restricting her daily activities. Her Ayurvedic treatment comprised of Sarvanga utsadana followed by Bashpa sweda ,Sarvanga parisheka, Manjistadi kshara basti, Jaloukavacharana and Regular dressing. Ayurvedic treatment was effective in healing the Dushta vrana completely in this case. This suggests the efficacy of Ayurveda in the management of chronic ulcers. However, a detailed study of the same with larger sample sizes will help to formulate a treatment protocol for such cases.

A Case Study of Primary Infertility from PCOD till conception

Giridhara Thakare, Shweta Zade, Shrikant Shende — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0530

PCOD is a condition in which ovaries produce an abnormal amount of androgens, male sex hormones that are usually present in women in small amounts. Approximately 75 % of anovulatory women of any cause have polycystic ovaries and 20-25% of women with normal ovulation demonstrate ultrasound findings typical of polycystic ovaries. As per Ayurvedic literature, Acharya Kashyapa has mentioned about pushpagni jataharini which bears some resemblance with symptoms of PCOD. Many yoni vyapads have been mentioned which again is vast to conclude about the symptoms. In this case study female patient aged 25 year came with symptoms of PCOD and primary sterility since four year which was evaluated with sonography findings throughout the study. Patient was successfully treated with Panchakarma Shodhan chikitsa Vaitaran Basti and shaman chikitsa. Patient was completely cured for PCOD also she conceived and delivered a healthy baby boy.

Critical review on Bharangi (Clerodendrum serratum (Linn)Moon)- A memoir from Classical texts

Viral Sangada Babubhai Sangada, Suman Singh, Dilip Jani — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0530

Background: Clerodendrum serratum (Linn) Moon. is one of the important medicinal plant of the Verbenaceae family. Material & Method: All the available Ayurvedic Samhita & Chikitsagrantha were referred for the collection of data regarding Bharangi. There is description available on Formulation, Dosage form, Application, Indication etc. Observation & Result: It is observed that total 23 different dosage forms of Bharangi are described in Samhita & Chikitsagrantha. After reviewing it can be said that the indications of Bharangi are mainly in Kapha and Vata adhikya disease. Bharangi is used individually as well as in compound formulations in classical texts. various dosage forms of Bharangi are observed in the present review. But major number of formulations are in Churna and Kwatha dosage forms. Discussion: In the present study 23 Samhita & Chikitsagrantha are reviewed. Total 699 number of formulations are observed from Samhita and Chikitsagrantha. Among these formulations most prescribed dosage forms are Kwatha and Churna. Conclusion: The present review work helps in understanding the multidimensional action of Bharangi and its specificity.

The Ayurvedic Path to Pregnancy Nutrition: A Balanced Approach to Maternal and Fetal Health

Anusha Purohit, Shruti S Patil — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0530

As per Ayurveda, the concept of Ahara is very individualistic and emphasizes that dietary needs and preferences are unique to each person. It encourages individuals to understand their unique needs and adapt their dietary practices accordingly. Ayurveda gives equal importance to both Sarwagraha and Parigraha concept of Ahara, necessitating the need to gain a deeper insight into diet and nutrition as a whole, rather than quantifying the macro and micronutrients.Although an elaborate and extensive dietary regimen for pregnant women has been suggested by Ayurveda, the practicality and its correlation with the Recommended Daily Dietary Allowance for Pregnant Women remains uncertain. The calorie and fat rich diet recommended by Ayurveda during pregnancy has caused apprehension among physicians, owing to the probable risk of Gestational Diabetes and Pregnancy Induced Hypertension.The review provides accurate information and guidance regarding Ayurvedic dietary recommendations during pregnancy by scientifically justifying the recommendations and enabling physicians bridge the knowledge gap and help expectant mothers in making informed decisions about their diet choices.Ayurvedic nutrition during pregnancy emphasizes a holistic approach that includes personsonalized dietary recommendations based on individual constitution, pregnancy demands and fetal needs for organ development, thereby giving prime importance to the concept of considering Ahara as Oushadha.