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Original Research Article- Clinical Research

Checklist for ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE – CLINICAL RESEARCH

1. Manuscript Compliance

☐ The manuscript complies with JAHM author guidelines (format, style, structure).
☐ Blinded article file (title, abstract, and full paper) is submitted without author details.
☐ Separate title page with author names, affiliations, and contact details is provided.
☐ Copyright form uploaded separately.
☐ Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC) approval letter is attached.
☐ CONSORT 2010 Checklist & Flow Diagram included for randomized trials.
☐ Patient consent forms are attached if patient data or images are included.

2. Title & Abstract

☐ The title is clear, concise, and relevant to the study.
☐ Abstract is structured (<300 words) with Background, Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
☐ Keywords (minimum 3) are provided.

3. Study Design & Methodology

☐ Study design follows CONSORT 2010 guidelines (randomization, blinding, control groups).
☐ Sample size is adequate and justified (including calculations if applicable).
☐ Inclusion and exclusion criteria are clearly defined.
☐ Ethical approval and patient confidentiality are addressed.
☐ Data collection and statistical methods are clearly described.
☐ Statistical analysis is appropriate and correctly applied.
☐ Adherence to random allocation sequence and allocation concealment is detailed.

4. Results & Interpretation

☐ Results are presented logically and clearly.
☐ CONSORT Flow Diagram is included to illustrate the study process.
☐ Tables and figures are relevant, properly labeled, and high quality.
☐ Data is not duplicated in tables/figures and text.
☐ Statistical significance is clearly reported (p-values, confidence intervals).

5. Discussion & Conclusion

☐ The discussion is well-structured and relates findings to existing literature.
☐ Study limitations and potential sources of bias are acknowledged.
☐ Conclusion is justified and aligned with study results.
☐ Clinical relevance and implications for future research are discussed.

6. Language & Formatting

☐ Manuscript follows Calibri 12 font, single-spacing, and correct formatting.
☐ Capitalization used only for major headings (INTRODUCTION, METHODS, etc.).
☐ Sanskrit words are italicized and translated in brackets for first appearance.
☐ No special formatting (bullets, page borders) is used.
☐ Word limit: ≤5000 words (excluding references and abstract).

7. References & Citation Style

☐ References follow JAHM referencing style.
☐ References are numbered in order of appearance in the article body [1] format.
☐ List of references at the end – do not enter number manually. Select all ref and numbering should done using MS word- Home menu.  
☐ Maximum 80 references for original research articles.
☐ Classical Ayurvedic references include chapter, verse, edition, and page numbers.

8. Ethical & Editorial Considerations

☐ Plagiarism check completed (Acceptable similarity: <15%).
☐ No evidence of self-plagiarism or redundant publication.
☐ No conflicts of interest or funding bias.
☐ No ghost authorship or undisclosed contributors.

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Clinical Research- Pilot Study

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Original Research Article- Experimental Research

Checklist for ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE – ANIMAL EXPERIMENT

1. Manuscript Compliance

☐ The manuscript complies with JAHM author guidelines (format, style, structure).
☐ Blinded article file (title, abstract, and full paper) is submitted without author details.
☐ Separate title page with author names, affiliations, and contact details is provided.
☐ Copyright form uploaded separately.
☐ Institutional Animal Ethics Committee (IAEC) approval letter is attached.
☐ ARRIVE Checklist is included for animal research studies.
☐ Animal welfare and ethical considerations are well-documented.

2. Title & Abstract

☐ The title is clear, concise, and relevant to the study.
☐ Abstract is structured (<300 words) with Background, Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
☐ Keywords (minimum 3) are provided.

3. Study Design & Methodology

☐ Study design follows ARRIVE guidelines (randomization, blinding, control groups).
☐ Sample size is adequate and justified (including calculations if applicable).
☐ Inclusion and exclusion criteria for animal subjects are clearly defined.
☐ Ethical approval and humane treatment of animals are addressed.
☐ Animal species, strain, sex, and housing conditions are documented.
☐ Experimental procedures are clearly described and replicable.
☐ Outcome measures are well-defined and relevant.
☐ Statistical methods are appropriate and correctly applied.

4. Results & Interpretation

☐ Results are presented logically and clearly.
☐ Tables and figures are relevant, properly labeled, and high quality.
☐ Data is not duplicated in tables/figures and text.
☐ Statistical significance is clearly reported (p-values, confidence intervals).

5. Discussion & Conclusion

☐ The discussion is well-structured and relates findings to existing literature.
☐ Study limitations and potential sources of bias are acknowledged.
☐ Conclusion is justified and aligned with study results.
☐ Generalizability and relevance to human health or broader scientific context are discussed.

6. Language & Formatting

☐ Manuscript follows Calibri 12 font, single-spacing, and correct formatting.
☐ Capitalization used only for major headings (INTRODUCTION, METHODS, etc.).
☐ Sanskrit words are italicized and translated in brackets for first appearance.
☐ No special formatting (bullets, page borders) is used.
☐ Word limit: ≤5000 words (excluding references and abstract).

7. References & Citation Style

☐ References follow JAHM referencing style.
☐ References are numbered in order of appearance in the article body [1] format.
☐ List of references at the end – do not enter number manually. Select all ref and numbering should done using MS word- Home menu.
☐ Maximum 80 references for original research articles.
☐ Classical Ayurvedic references include chapter, verse, edition, and page numbers.

8. Ethical & Editorial Considerations

☐ Plagiarism check completed (Acceptable similarity: <15%).
☐ No evidence of self-plagiarism or redundant publication.
☐ No conflicts of interest or funding bias.
☐ No ghost authorship or undisclosed contributors.

AEC approval Must

CTRI registration -Mandatory 

Study Protocol

We accept study protocols for proposed or ongoing prospective clinical research, offering a detailed account of the study's hypothesis, rationale, methodology, and ethical considerations. Publishing your protocol with us ensures it becomes a fully citable, open-access article.

We review study protocol submissions individually and accept only those for studies that have not completed participant recruitment at the time of submission. We encourage authors to submit protocols well before participant recruitment is complete and to confirm the study status in the cover letter.

Please note, we do not accept study protocols for pilot or feasibility studies. Instead, authors are encouraged to submit pilot results as a research article and the protocol for the full study.

Systematic Review

Checklist for SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

1. Manuscript Compliance

☐ The manuscript complies with JAHM author guidelines (format, style, structure).
☐ Blinded article file (title, abstract, and full paper) is submitted without author details.
☐ Separate title page with author names, affiliations, and contact details is provided.
☐ Copyright form uploaded separately.
☐ PRISMA 2020 Checklist & Flow Diagram included.

2. Title & Abstract

☐ The title is clear, concise, and relevant to the review topic.
☐ Abstract is structured (<300 words) with Background, Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
☐ Keywords (minimum 3) are provided.

3. Scope & Relevance

☐ The review aligns with JAHM’s scope (Ayurveda, holistic medicine, and related fields).
☐ The research question is clearly defined and justified.
☐ The study is methodologically robust and contributes to existing knowledge.

4. PRISMA Guidelines & Literature Search

☐ PRISMA 2020 Checklist adhered to for systematic review structure.
☐ PRISMA Flow Diagram included (documents the study selection process).
☐ Databases used (e.g., PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science) are clearly mentioned.
☐ Boolean operators and filters used for literature searches are specified.
☐ Inclusion and exclusion criteria for selecting studies are well-defined.
☐ Risk of bias assessment is included.

Boolean Operators & Filters Used in Literature Search

☐ Boolean Operators: AND, OR, NOT used effectively.
☐ Databases Used: (e.g., PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science).
☐ Filters Applied: Date range, language, peer-reviewed sources.
☐ Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria Clearly Stated.

Table: Search Strategy Used for Identifying Relevant Literature

5. Data Extraction & Synthesis

☐ The study selection process is transparent and replicable.
☐ Data extraction methods are clearly explained.
☐ Risk of bias assessment is performed for included studies.
☐ The synthesis of results is logical and structured.
☐ Meta-analysis (if applicable) follows appropriate statistical methods.

6. Discussion & Conclusion

☐ The discussion is well-structured and relates findings to existing literature.
☐ Study limitations and potential sources of bias are acknowledged.
☐ Conclusion is justified and aligned with study results.
☐ Implications for future research and practice are discussed.

7. Figures, Tables, and Formatting

☐ Tables and figures are clear, high quality, and relevant.
☐ Data is properly formatted and does not duplicate text.
☐ Adheres to JAHM formatting guidelines (Calibri 12, single spacing).
☐ Sanskrit words are italicized and translated in brackets for first appearance.
☐ Headings are capitalized only for major sections (INTRODUCTION, METHODS, etc.).
☐ Word limit: ≤5000 words (excluding references and abstract).

8. References & Citation Style

☐ References follow JAHM referencing style.
☐ References are numbered in order of appearance in the article body [1] format.
☐ List of references at the end – do not enter number manually. Select all ref and numbering should done using MS word- Home menu.
☐ Maximum 80 references for systematic reviews.
☐ Classical Ayurvedic references include chapter, verse, edition, and page numbers.

9. Ethical & Editorial Considerations

☐ Plagiarism check completed (Acceptable similarity: <15%).
☐ No evidence of self-plagiarism or redundant publication.
☐ No conflicts of interest or funding bias.
☐ No ghost authorship or undisclosed contributors.

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Scoping Review

Checklist for SCOPING REVIW

1. Title & Abstract

☐ The title identifies the report as a scoping review.

☐ The abstract provides a structured summary including background, objectives, eligibility criteria, sources of evidence, charting methods, results, and conclusions.

2. Introduction

☐ The rationale for the scoping review is clearly described, including its relevance to existing knowledge.

☐ The objectives and research questions are explicitly stated, covering key elements like population, concepts, and context.

3. Methods

☐ The review protocol is mentioned, including registration details (if applicable).

☐ Eligibility criteria for sources of evidence (years, language, publication status) are well-defined and justified.

☐ Information sources (databases, websites, registers) are described, including search dates.

☐ The full electronic search strategy for at least one database is presented, including Boolean operators and filters used.

☐ The process for selecting sources of evidence (screening and eligibility) is clearly stated.

☐ The methods for data charting (extraction) are described, including whether it was performed independently or in duplicate.

☐ Variables for which data were sought are listed, along with any assumptions made.

☐ If critical appraisal was conducted, a rationale and method for assessing the quality of sources are provided.

☐ Methods for synthesizing and summarizing results are clearly described.

Literature Search & Boolean Operators

☐ The article specifies Boolean operators used in search strategies (AND, OR, NOT, etc.).

☐ Filters applied to databases (language, date range, study type) are clearly mentioned.

☐ Databases searched (e.g., PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science) are explicitly listed.

Table: Search Strategy Used for Identifying Relevant Literature- See Systematic Review

4. Results

☐ The number of sources screened, assessed for eligibility, and included in the review is provided, with a PRISMA-ScR flow diagram.

☐ Characteristics of included sources are presented with appropriate citations.

☐ If critical appraisal was performed, data on quality assessment of sources are reported.

☐ Results of each included source are clearly presented in relation to the review questions.

☐ A summary of charting results is provided, aligning with the review objectives.

5. Discussion

☐ Main findings are summarized, including an overview of key concepts and themes.

☐ Results are linked to the research questions and objectives.

☐ The relevance of findings to key stakeholders (e.g., clinicians, researchers) is discussed.

☐ Limitations of the scoping review process are acknowledged and discussed.

☐ The conclusions provide a general interpretation of results, implications, and next steps.

6. Funding & Conflicts of Interest

☐ Sources of funding for the scoping review are disclosed.

☐ Any potential conflicts of interest are declared.

8. General Criteria

☐ The manuscript follows JAHM formatting guidelines, including font size (Calibri 12), spacing, and structure.

☐ References are formatted correctly according to JAHM citation style.

☐ Tables and figures are appropriately labeled and enhance the clarity of results.

☐ The article does not contain plagiarism and adheres to ethical standards for academic publishing.

Review Article

Checklist for REVIEW ARTICLE

1. Manuscript Compliance

☐ The manuscript complies with JAHM author guidelines (format, style, structure).
☐ Blinded article file (title, abstract, and full paper) is submitted without author details.
☐ Separate title page with author names, affiliations, and contact details is provided.
☐ Copyright form uploaded separately.

2. Title & Abstract

☐ The title is clear, concise, and relevant to the topic.
☐ Abstract is structured (<300 words) with Background, Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
☐ Keywords (minimum 3) are provided.

3. Scope & Relevance

☐ The review article aligns with JAHM’s scope (Ayurveda, holistic medicine, and related fields).
☐ The research question or hypothesis is clearly defined.
☐ The topic is relevant and provides new insights into the field.

4. Literature Search & Methodology

☐ Boolean operators and filters used for database searches are clearly mentioned.
☐ Literature review covers recent and relevant studies.
☐ Systematic methodology for literature selection is described.
☐ Sources are credible, peer-reviewed, and properly cited.

Boolean Operators & Filters Used in Literature Search

☐ Boolean Operators: AND, OR, NOT used effectively.
☐ Databases Used: (e.g., PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science).
☐ Filters Applied: Date range, language, peer-reviewed sources.
☐ Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria Clearly Stated.

Literature Search & Boolean Operators

☐ The article specifies Boolean operators used in search strategies (AND, OR, NOT, etc.).

☐ Filters applied to databases (language, date range, study type) are clearly mentioned.

☐ Databases searched (e.g., PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science) are explicitly listed.

Table: Search Strategy Used for Identifying Relevant Literature- Refer Systematic Reveiw

5. Discussion & Critical Analysis

☐ The discussion provides a balanced, critical analysis of the literature.
☐ Contradictions or gaps in research are highlighted.
☐ The synthesis of findings is logical and well-structured.
☐ Limitations of the review are acknowledged.

6. Figures, Tables, and Formatting

☐ Tables and figures are clear, high quality, and relevant.
☐ Data is properly formatted and does not duplicate text.
☐ Adheres to JAHM formatting guidelines (Calibri 12, single spacing).
☐ Sanskrit words are italicized and translated in brackets for first appearance.
☐ Headings are capitalized only for major sections (INTRODUCTION, METHODS, etc.).
☐ Word limit: ≤4000 words (excluding references and abstract).

7. References & Citation Style

☐ References follow JAHM referencing style.
☐ References are numbered in order of appearance in the text [1] format.
☐ List of references at the end – do not enter number manually. Select all ref and numbering should done using MS word- Home menu.
☐ Maximum 80 references for review articles.
☐ Classical Ayurvedic references include chapter, verse, edition, and page numbers.

8. Ethical & Editorial Considerations

☐ Plagiarism check completed (Acceptable similarity: <15%).
☐ No evidence of self-plagiarism or redundant publication.
☐ No conflicts of interest or funding bias.
☐ No ghost authorship or undisclosed contributors.

Case Report

Checklist for CASE REPORT and CASE SERIES

1. Manuscript Compliance

☐ The manuscript complies with JAHM author guidelines (format, style, structure).
☐ Blinded article file (title, abstract, and full paper) is submitted without author details.
☐ Separate title page with author names, affiliations, and contact details is provided.
☐ Copyright form uploaded separately.
☐ Patient consent form is attached.
☐ CARE Checklist is included for standardized case reporting.
☐ De-identified patient data is presented.

2. Title & Abstract

☐ The title is clear, concise, and includes the words "Case Report."
☐ Abstract is structured (<300 words) with Introduction, Clinical Findings, Intervention, Outcomes, and Conclusion.
☐ Keywords (minimum 3) are provided.

3. Case Presentation & Clinical Details

☐ The case is unique and contributes to clinical knowledge.
☐ Patient history (medical, family, psycho-social) is well-documented.
☐ Physical examination findings are clearly described.
☐ Diagnostic assessments (laboratory, imaging, clinical evaluation) are included.
☐ Challenges in diagnosis (if applicable) are addressed.
☐ Therapeutic interventions (Ayurvedic and/or modern) are explained with rationale.
☐ Timeline of events and treatment course is included (preferably in table form).
☐ Follow-up and patient outcomes are described.

4. Discussion & Critical Analysis

☐ The discussion justifies the treatment approach.
☐ The mode of action of interventions is explained (preferably with a flowchart).
☐ Comparative analysis with previous literature is included.
☐ Limitations and potential biases are acknowledged.
☐ The primary “take-away” message is highlighted.

5. Literature Search & Methodology

☐ Boolean operators and filters used for literature searches are specified.
☐ Databases used (e.g., PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science) are clearly mentioned.
☐ Boolean Operators: AND, OR, NOT used effectively.
☐ Filters Applied: Date range, language, peer-reviewed sources.
☐ Inclusion and exclusion criteria for literature are well-defined.

6. Language & Formatting

☐ Manuscript follows Calibri 12 font, single-spacing, and correct formatting.
☐ Capitalization used only for major headings (INTRODUCTION, CASE REPORT, etc.).
☐ Sanskrit words are italicized and translated in brackets for first appearance.
☐ No special formatting (bullets, page borders) is used.
☐ Word limit: ≤2000 words (excluding references and abstract).

7. Figures, Tables, and Visuals

☐ Maximum four tables and four images/figures are used.
☐ Images are high quality and de-identified (if applicable).
☐ Flowcharts are formatted as high-resolution JPGs.
☐ Proper permissions are obtained for any copyrighted images.

8. References & Citation Style

☐ References follow JAHM referencing style.
☐ References are numbered in order of appearance in the article body [1] format.
☐ List of references at the end – do not enter number manually. Select all ref and numbering should done using MS word- Home menu.
☐ Maximum 15 references for case reports.
☐ Classical Ayurvedic references include chapter, verse, edition, and page numbers.

9. Ethical & Editorial Considerations

☐ Plagiarism check completed (Acceptable similarity: <15%).
☐ No evidence of self-plagiarism or redundant publication.
☐ No conflicts of interest or funding bias.
☐ No ghost authorship or undisclosed contributors.