Panchamahabhuta - Aadharbhut Siddhant and their application in Chikitsa

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dr. Kusum Malik ◽  
Dr. Brijesh Mishra
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Application ◽  
Basic Concept ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Causative Factor ◽  
The Body ◽  
Normal Functioning ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
Living Things ◽  
Five Elements

For true exploration and validation of Ayurveda in all its aspects, scientific inputs should confirm to Ayurveda’s basic principles and philosophy. Till date so many studies have been done for elaboration of fundamental principles like Tridosha, Dhatu, Strotas, Agni, Oja, Ama etc. No any rewarding work has been done on Panchamahabhuta Siddhanta and it is a still stalemate for us. In this perception, present attempt is enlightened on its basic concept and clinical application and its importance in Ayurveda. Ayurveda depends on the concept of Panchamahabhutas i.e. Aakaash, Vayu, Agni, Prithvi, Jala.[1] The Panchmahabhut revolves around the normal functioning of the body (physiological), occurrence of disease (pathological) and action of drug in various part of the body (pharmacokinetics).[2] According to Ayurveda this holistic approach comprises five elements of nature. The food, the planets and every living and non-living things are made up of these five elements. Tridoshas (Vata, Pita, Kapha) also comprises Panchmahabhuta. On the basis of thorough knowledge and understanding of Panchmahabhuta Siddhanta one can take an account of the causative factor of imbalance of Doshas and thereby discover the solution for the treatment.

scholarly journals Basic Principles in Shareera Kriya Vigyana (Physiology): An Appraisal

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 45-53
Author(s):  
S Shrestha ◽  
KS Suvedi ◽  
R Adhikary
Keyword(s):  
Equilibrium State ◽  
The Body ◽  
Normal Functioning ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
Physiological Conditions ◽  
Scientific Approach

Ayurveda is the science of life. Life depends upon health and in Ayurveda health is defined as the equilibrium state of all basic humours of the body such as dosha, agni, dhatu and mala kriya with delighted body, mind and soul. These basic humours and principles are mainly presented by Vaisheshika philosophy that include Shadpadarthas, Panchamahabhuta, Dosha, Dhatu, Mala and Agni. Shareera Kriya Vigyana (Physiology) is the science which deals with the normal functioning of body which is also known as the Dosha-Dhatu-Mala Vigyana. Knowledge of basic principles is essential to understand Shareera Kriya Vigyana on its scientific approach, and it can be applied to find out the Vikriti (abnormalities) from normal physiological conditions. This state is dealt with diagnosing the disease correctly and hence is known as Vikriti Vigyana (Pathology), the prime importance in the management of disease. Therefore, there is a very distinct and important role of the basic principles of Ayurveda mentioned under Shareera Kriya Vigyana (Physiology).

scholarly journals A CRITICAL STUDY OF ANNAVAHA SROTAS WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO ITS DEVELOPMENTAL ANATOMY

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 1521-1528
Author(s):  
Niraj Gole ◽  
Pankaj Gupta ◽  
Nisha Bhalerao ◽  
Arvind Kumar Yadav
Keyword(s):  
Special Reference ◽  
Human Body ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
The Body ◽  
Critical Study ◽  
Unique Contribution ◽  
Developmental Anatomy ◽  
Living Things ◽  
Basic Need

Ayurveda has its holistic approach to understanding the Purush Sharir by different theories like the Srotas, the concept of Srotas is a unique contribution in the understanding of the anatomy of the human body. There is a de- scription of Srotas by 13 Acharya Charak and 11 pairs of Srotas by Acharya Sushrut, both Acharyas described Annavaha Srotas and its Moolas. Acharya Dhanwantari all parts of the body formed at the same time due to Va- yu. Vayu along with Pitta demarcates channels according to purpose; similarly, entering Mamsa (flesh) demar- cates muscles. Matrija Bhava and PitrajBhav are helpful in the origin of Annavaha Srotas. In the classics, Achar- ya says about three Pillars of life viz Ahara, Nidra and Brahamacarya. Ahara is a basic need of all living things. Annavaha Srotas is one of the types of Srotas described in all important Samhita. Keywords: Annavaha Srotas, Sroto Moola, Annavahidhamni, Amashaya and Vamparshava

scholarly journals KAPHA W.S.R. TO MUCUS GLANDS SECRETION AND LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 405-410
Author(s):  
Megha Shukla ◽  
Rajesh Kumar Sharma ◽  
Dinesh Chandra Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Basic Concept ◽  
Lymphatic System ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
The Body ◽  
The Other ◽  
Pathogenic Factors ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Five Elements ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Healthy Body

Basic concept of Ayurveda is based on tridosha. “vayu pittam kaphashchoktah shariro dosha sangraha...” [Ch.su. 1/57]. The three dosha viz vata-pitta-kapha are the main factors of the development, nourishment, and maintenance of the body as well as the main pathogenic factors responsible for different types of dis-ease. The wrong utilization of food regimen and activity (mithya ahara vihar) etc. vitiated these dosha. As per ayurveda principles their balance makes a healthy body, on the other hand their imbalance cause dis-ease. These dosha are directly descendants of panchamahabhuta [five elements]; two remain passive as background scenario and three are active. Out of them, Kapha is principally a combination of Earth and Water and is the energy that forms the body’s structure and provides the “glue” or cohesion that holds the cells together. It lubricates joints, moisturizes the skin and maintains immunity. In balance, kapha is ex-pressed as love, calmness, and forgiveness. Out of balance, it leads to attachment, greed, possessiveness, and congestive disorders. In the modern medical science, the Kapha or Shleshma dosha can be co-relate with lymphatic system.

The use of Body Surface Index as a Better Clinical Health indicators Compare to Body Mass Index and Body Surface Area for Clinical Application

2018 ◽  
pp. 131-136
Author(s):  
Shirazu I. ◽  
Theophilus. A. Sackey ◽  
Elvis K. Tiburu ◽  
Mensah Y. B. ◽  
Forson A.
Keyword(s):  
Surface Area ◽  
Body Surface Area ◽  
Clinical Application ◽  
Body Surface ◽  
Body Height ◽  
Health Indicators ◽  
The Body ◽  
Body Parameters ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Individual Body

The relationship between body height and body weight has been described by using various terms. Notable among them is the body mass index, body surface area, body shape index and body surface index. In clinical setting the first descriptive parameter is the BMI scale, which provides information about whether an individual body weight is proportionate to the body height. Since the development of BMI, two other body parameters have been developed in an attempt to determine the relationship between body height and weight. These are the body surface area (BSA) and body surface index (BSI). Generally, these body parameters are described as clinical health indicators that described how healthy an individual body response to the other internal organs. The aim of the study is to discuss the use of BSI as a better clinical health indicator for preclinical assessment of body-organ/tissue relationship. Hence organ health condition as against other body composition. In addition the study is `also to determine the best body parameter the best predict other parameters for clinical application. The model parameters are presented as; modeled height and weight; modelled BSI and BSA, BSI and BMI and modeled BSA and BMI. The models are presented as clinical application software for comfortable working process and designed as GUI and CAD for use in clinical application.

February 9 — Dentist Day in Russia

2020 ◽  
pp. 78-81
Author(s):  
Oksana Rybachok
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Oral Cavity ◽  
Salivary Glands ◽  
Spiritual Development ◽  
The Body ◽  
Mechanical Processing ◽  
Normal Functioning ◽  
Digestion Process ◽  
Quality Of Food

«Man is what he eats,» these words belong to the great Pythagoras. He meant by these words the connection of the origin of consumed food with the spiritual development of man. In fact, a lot depends on the nature of nutrition, the quality of food and, of course, on the degree of its perception by the body. Digestion process begins not in the stomach, but directly in the oral cavity as a result of mechanical processing of products with teeth and under the influence of the secretion of the salivary glands. That is why healthy teeth are the key to the normal functioning of the whole organism — people should start taking care of their teeth from the early childhood and dentists, who are far from being beloved by everybody and are often carelessly evaded, are called upon to help keep the teeth healthy.

Toxicology

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Laumbach ◽  
Michael Gochfeld
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Molecular Targets ◽  
Toxicity Testing ◽  
The Body ◽  
Toxic Substances ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
Practical Applications ◽  
Mechanisms Of Toxicity ◽  
Body Distribution ◽  
Threshold Doses

This chapter describes the basic principles of toxicology and their application to occupational and environmental health. Topics covered include pathways that toxic substances may take from sources in the environment to molecular targets in the cells of the body where toxic effects occur. These pathways include routes of exposure, absorption into the body, distribution to organs and tissues, metabolism, storage, and excretion. The various types of toxicological endpoints are discussed, along with the concepts of dose-response relationships, threshold doses, and the basis of interindividual differences and interspecies differences in response to exposure to toxic substances. The diversity of cellular and molecular mechanisms of toxicity, including enzyme induction and inhibition, oxidative stress, mutagenesis, carcinogenesis, and teratogenesis, are discussed and the chapter concludes with examples of practical applications in clinical evaluation and in toxicity testing.

scholarly journals ‘Ilāj bi’l-Tadbīr (regimenal therapy): a core mode of Unani treatment

2020 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Athar Parvez Ansari
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care System ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
The Body ◽  
Core Mode ◽  
Unani Medicine ◽  
Therapeutic Applications ◽  
Leech Therapy ◽  
Care System

AbstractSince antiquity, the Unani system of medicine has been participating in health care system. Usually, four modes of treatment viz. regimenal therapy, dietotherapy, pharmacotherapy and surgery are applied for the treatment of diseases. Regimenal therapy is an important mode in which the morbid matter present in the body is either dispersed/excreted or its unnecessary production is blocked or its flow is restricted and the diseases are cured by natural healer of the body, consequently bring back the humoural stability. Nearly 30 regimens have been mentioned in classical Unani literature. Commonest regimenal procedures such as fasd (venesection/phlebotomy), hijāma (cupping), ta‘līq al-‘alaq (hirudotherapy/leech therapy), ishāl (purgation), qay’ (emesis), idrār-i-bawl (diuresis), huqna (enema), ta’rīq (diaphoresis), riyādat (exercise), dalk (massage), hammām (bathing), tadhīn (oiling), natūl (irrigation), sakūb (douching/spraying), inkibāb (steam/vapour application), takmīd (fomentation) etc. are usually applied for the management of various ailments. These regimenal procedures are completely based on holistic approach and are potential but needs to be explored scientifically. This review outlines the therapeutic applications of various regimens of regimenal therapy used in Unani medicine.

CASE SERIES: INSTANT EFFECT OF MARMA THERAPY IN THE PAIN MANAGEMENT WSR: TO SHOULDER PAIN

2020 ◽  
Vol 08 (11) ◽  
pp. 5174-5178
Author(s):  
Ashish Kumar Gupta ◽  
Shalini Gupta ◽  
Pankaj Gupta ◽  
Ashok Gupta
Keyword(s):  
Pain Management ◽  
Shoulder Pain ◽  
District Hospital ◽  
Case Series ◽  
The Body ◽  
Shoulder Joints ◽  
Shoulder Movement ◽  
Five Elements ◽  
Traumatic Effect ◽  
Stimulation Of

Science of Marma known as Marma Vigyanam is a dynamic part, specially described in Sushrut samhita and other Ayurvedic classics. According to Sushrut Mamsa, Sira, Snayu, Asthi, and Sandhi, these five elements collectively present at Marma point. This is the peculiarity of Marma.1 Marmas are the vital points on the body having importance regarding surgical procedure and traumatic effect. It is also known as Ayurvedic Accupressure. In this paper, three similar cases of pain and stiffness in shoulder joints are presented, who has attended OPD of District Hospital Shivaji Nagar, Bhopal. In during the clinical examination partially restriction of shoulder movement is also recorded. The case was initially treated with Marma therapy mainly the stimulation of bilateral Bahu Marma along withAmsa Marma for instant pain management. After the treatment of about ten minutes the patient got relief in pain and stiffness and felt lightness in surrounding area of painful place. Amsa Marma manipulation can be used to give instant relief from Shoulder pain effectively.

scholarly journals Optimalisasi Pertumbuhan Bayi dengan Baby Massage and Spa

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 276
Author(s):  
Yusari Asih ◽  
I Gusti Ayu Mirah WS
Keyword(s):  
Body Length ◽  
Head Circumference ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
The Body ◽  
Control Group ◽  
P Value ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
Significant Difference

<p><span>Baby Massage and Spa was a traditional effort that uses a holistic approach through comprehensive care using a combination of massage and water therapy methods that are carried out in an integrated manner to balance the body, mind, and feelings. Age 3-6 months is the right time for babies to do massage and spa. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of baby massage and spa on the growth of infants aged 3-5 months in Pringsewu District in 2018. This study uses a quasi-experimental approach with research design pre and post-test with control group design. The purposive sampling technique was taken with a sample of 30 infants as the intervention group and 30 infants as the control group. Data were processed using computerization and analyzed using the T-Test. The results showed that there were significant differences between body weight, body length and baby head circumference in the pre and post-treatment. There was no significant difference in the average increase in infant weight between babies who were carried out by baby massage and spa with babies who were not carried out by baby massage and spa with p-value 0.116. There is a significant difference in the baby's body length and head circumference performed by baby massage and spa with those not carried out by baby massage and spa with p-value 0.000. Baby Massage and Spa has a significant effect on increasing the growth of babies aged 3-5 months.</span></p><p><span> </span></p>

scholarly journals Co-relation of functional mobility with anxiety in traumatic below knee amputees

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 4013-4018
Author(s):  
Lavanya R Ayyer ◽  
◽  
Asmita C Moharkar ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Upper Limb ◽  
Lower Limb ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
The Body ◽  
Functional Mobility ◽  
Mental Wellbeing ◽  
Limb Amputation ◽  
Surgical Removal ◽  
Institutional Ethics ◽  
Restricted Mobility

Background: Amputation is defined as the surgical removal of one or more parts of the body. It causes great stress to the physical and mental wellbeing of an individual. The incidence of lower limb amputation is greater as compared to upper limb amputation. Also lower limb amputees experience more restricted mobility than upper limb amputee patients. Rehabilitation is an important to the recovery of an amputee. In cases of planned amputation, rehabilitation starts before the surgery. It involves physiotherapy, occupational therapy and recreational training. There is little to no studies on the co-relation of anxiety with functional mobility in amputees. This study focusses on the same. Context and purpose: Amputation causes restricted mobility and decreased quality of life. A study on the relation between anxiety and mobility will indicate a different outlook of a holistic approach while treating mobility issues in below knee amputees. Materials and methods: This is a one group co-relational study design. Study was conducted after taking approval from the institutional ethics committee and all the subjects gave their written informed consent. The study was conducted at Yashwantrao Chavan Memorial Hospital, Pune. Result: Statistical analysis of the data was done using the Pearson’s co-relation co-efficient and a co-relation was found between anxiety and functional mobility in below knee amputee patients. Conclusion: There is a co-relation between functional mobility and anxiety. Patients with anxiety showed a reduced performance on the functional mobility scale than the patients without anxiety. KEY WORDS: Amputation, Anxiety, below knee amputation, functional mobility, rehabilitation.

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