scholarly journals Evaluation of flatulence of Uterus (Nafkhat-ol-rahem) as One of the Causes of Infertility in Women from the Viewpoint of Ali ibn Abbas Ahvazi and Modern Medicine

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fereshteh Golfakhabadi ◽  
Zeinab Zaheri Abdevand ◽  
Mojgan Tansaz
Keyword(s):  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Pelvic Floor Muscle ◽  
Muscle Relaxation ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Vaginal Suppository ◽  
The People ◽  
Prevalent Disease ◽  
Psychological Pressure

Objective: Today Infertility and its complications is one of the largest problems because it would impose economic burden and psychological pressure on the people. One of the infertility reasons in most Iranian Traditional medicine (ITM) manuscripts is focused on Nafkhat-ol-rahem. Methods: In this study, the Ibn Abbas theories in kamel al- Sina'ah about Nafkhat-ol-rahem, causes, reasons and treatment were investigated. To achieve recent studies, searches were performed in the databases with the keywords including vaginal flatus, vaginal flatulence and pelvic floor weakness. Results: This disease is caused by bad cold temper, hit and obstruction of cervix, etc. Traditional medicine considered the bloating of uterus (Nafkhat-ol-rahem) the cause of some miscarriages and infertility, because dense gas that accumulated in the uterus, preventing implantation and establishment of the embryo. In ITM, treatment involves the use of warm and mohallel riyah (gas dissolvent) herbal medicines in the form of oral, poultice (topical ointment), Forzajeh and Homol (vaginal suppository). Conclusion: Nafkhat-ol-Rahem is a highly prevalent disease in women, but because of the shame, the patient does not speak with her doctor. Bloating of uterus and vaginal flatulence seen in the pelvic floor muscle relaxation, which can be harmless or associated with major complications such as rectovaginal fistula and infection of the uterus.

Pelvic-floor relaxation techniques using biofeedback – more effective therapy for chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 454-459
Author(s):  
Manish Pandey ◽  
Vaibhav Shrivastava ◽  
Vijay Patidar ◽  
Sabby Dias ◽  
Sameer Trivedi
Keyword(s):  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Pelvic Pain ◽  
Chronic Prostatitis ◽  
Pelvic Floor Muscle ◽  
Muscle Relaxation ◽  
Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome ◽  
Pain Syndrome ◽  
Pelvic Pain Syndrome ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Objective: Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS) is characterized by pelvic pain and voiding symptoms, the management of which is challenging. The present study was designed to assess the efficacy of biofeedback and pelvic-floor relaxation treatment for CP/CPPS. Methods: A total of 84 patients diagnosed with CP/CPPS were randomly assigned to one of the two groups: conventional therapy (group A) and pelvic-floor muscle relaxation and biofeedback (group B). The Biofeedback and Electrical Stimulation apparatus was used for pelvic-floor muscle electrical stimulation and relaxation with biofeedback. National Institutes of Health Chronic Prostatitis Symptom Index (NIH-CPSI) scores were evaluated at the start of therapy, after 3 months of treatment and at 6 months (3 months after last treatment received). Results: At 3 months, patients in both groups had a significant decrease (improvement in symptoms) in NIH-CPSI scoring. However, at 6 months, only 19 (47.5%) patients in group A maintained a fall in NIH-CPSI score >6 compared with 37 (94.8%) patients in group B ( p<0.05). At 6 months, there was significant decrease in NIH-CPSI score in group B, whereas in group A, scores had increased (worsening of symptoms). Conclusions: Pelvic-floor muscle relaxation and biofeedback training is a safe and effective treatment for CP/CPPS with sustained efficacy.

scholarly journals Ethno-medicinal Plants Used by the People of Nawalparasi District, Central Nepal

Our Nature ◽  
1970 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 82-99 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Bhattarai ◽  
R.P. Chaudhary ◽  
R. SL Taylor
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Indigenous People ◽  
Economic Status ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Oral Traditions ◽  
Medical Practitioners ◽  
The People ◽  
Plant Collection ◽  
Management Approaches

Despite new advances in modern medicine, the cultural use of plant in traditional medicine continues from ancient time to this day all over the world. The present research seeks to explore ethnomedicinal plants used by the local people of Nawalparasi district for primary healthcare. Local healers were interviewed regarding the detail uses of plants. When convenient a jungle or forest walk was also conducted, accompanying local healers for plant collection and detailed information gathering. A rich and unique diversity of 94 ethnomedicinal plant species belonging to 49 families under 86 genera were documented. In Nawalparasi, the expense of modern medical treatment combined with the poor economic status of indigenous people and a strong belief in the traditional medicine and traditional medical practitioners are the main reasons for the persistence of the traditional healing system. In addition, we have also documented a lack of continuation and flow of indigenous knowledge from the elders to the younger generation. Youth tend to be attracted by the wave of modernization and do not appreciate the importance of conservation of traditional knowledge. The use of plants in Nawalparasi is an old tradition and the exploration of such unique cultures should be completed thoroughly so that the oral traditions are not lost forever. Immediate conservation and management approaches of valuable medicinal plants with the involvement of local indigenous people of Nawalparasi district will encourage the sustainable conservation of both biological and cultural diversity.Key words: Traditional medicine; Local healers; Healthcare; Conservation; NawalparasiDOI: 10.3126/on.v7i1.2555Our Nature (2009) 7:82-99

scholarly journals Echium amoenum from viewpoint of Avicenna: a brief review

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Mediterranean Region ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Northern Region ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Herbal Tea ◽  
Iranian Traditional Medicine ◽  
New Findings ◽  
Echium Amoenum

Echium amoenum, also named Gol-e-gavzaban in Persian, from boraginaceae family is one of the most commonly used medicinal plants, is distributed in the Northern region of Iran, as well as Europe and Mediterranean region. E. amoenum is traditionally used as herbal tea in Iranian traditional medicine for conditions such as common cold, bronchitis, stress and fatigue. It also possesses diaphoretic, diuretic and blood rectifying properties. The dried violet–blue petals of Iranian Borage are used as general tonic, cardiotonic, diaphoretic, diuretic, sedative and anti-tussive according to the Iranian Traditional Medicine (ITM). In this review article, the uses of E. amoenum as explained by Avicenna book II, Canon of medicine, book of Al-Adviah-Al-ghalbiah, and various databases of the latest scientific studies are discussed and compared. Using the experiences of old scientists in the botanical field and the properties of herbal medicines, as well as adapting new findings to old knowledge, can help us improve our understanding of prevention and treatment.It can also lead to obtain safe and cheap drugs. However, there are many common characteristics about the pharmacological properties of this plant in modern medicine and Iranian traditional medicine, but more research is needed to prove the safety and efficacy of the plant.

scholarly journals Quest for COVID-19 cure: integrating traditional herbal medicines in the modern drug paradigm

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-71
Author(s):  
Prativa Pandey ◽  
Angisha Basnet ◽  
Aatish Mali
Keyword(s):  
Drug Development ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Treatment Approach ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Economic Loss ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Traditional Medicines ◽  
Modern Drug ◽  
History Of ◽  
Rich History

The world is facing one of the biggest public health tragedies of our time, both in terms of socio-economic loss and death tolls due to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. In a frantic race to find treatment for COVID-19, many interventions to discover drugs and vaccines are being expedited. Similarly, traditional herbal medicines are also being explored to find a cure for COVID-19. There are many traditional medicines that have exhibited promising antiviral and immuno-modulating properties against a plethora of infectious diseases like influenza, malaria, tuberculosis, and even COVID-19. Traditional medicine is an integral part of culture and practices in many countries with a vast and rich history of treating diseases. However, scientific research-based drug development approaches and effective regulatory mechanisms, on par with modern medicine, should be implemented to ensure safety, efficacy and overall validity of traditional medicine. Incorporating evidence-based traditional medicines in modern drug development paradigms can help assure affordability, accessibility and acceptability of the treatment approach. Furthermore, it can create pharmacological synergism to tackle drug resistance. Altogether, every country should create a roadmap for modernization and revival of traditional knowledge to improve the health care system and be better prepared for health crises.

scholarly journals Hubungan Pengetahuan dan Sikap terhadap Tindakan Pemilihan Obat Untuk Swamedikasi

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-29
Author(s):  
Madania Madania ◽  
Pirdawati Papeo
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
North Sulawesi ◽  
The People ◽  
Pearson Test ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude

One of the curative efforts often carried out by the community is self-medication. Self-medication is one of the efforts in treating symptoms of illness or illness that is being suffered by someone without consulting a doctor in advance. Self-medication in its implementation cannot be separated from the use of traditional medicine and modern medicine. This study aimed to measured the correlation between the knowledge and attitude of the people of Tontulow village, North Sulawesi, regarding the tradisional medicine and modern medicine towards their act of selecting the type of medicine for self-medication. This study was an observational study with a cross sectional design. The sampling technique was performed by cluster sampling method. The instrument of  the study was using questionnaire. For normality tes used Klomogrov-Smirnov test while for the correlation test used Pearson test. The number of participants were 83 respondents. Most of the people of Tontulow village have a sufficient level of knowledge regarding the traditional medicine and modern medicine, as many as 67 respondents (80.7%) with their attitude tended to be positive towards both medicine type. There was a correlation between knowledge and attitude regarding the tradisional medicine and modern medicine towards the act of selecting medicine type (the result of Pearson test: significance value 0,05)

scholarly journals Efficacy of combination of biofeedback therapy and pelvic floor muscle training in dyssynergic defecation

2021 ◽  
Vol 84 (4) ◽  
pp. 577-583
Author(s):  
Y Özin ◽  
Ö Öztürk ◽  
İ Tenlik ◽  
S Yüksel ◽  
F Bacaksız ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Relaxation Training ◽  
Pelvic Floor Muscle ◽  
Muscle Relaxation ◽  
Symptomatic Improvement ◽  
The Body ◽  
Biofeedback Therapy ◽  
Patient Response ◽  
Dyssynergic Defecation ◽  
Pelvic Muscles

Background: It is now known that with appropriate exercises, the functions of the muscles in the body ameliorate and increase in strength. We applied pelvic floor muscle relaxation training and exercises that strengthen the abdominal and pelvic muscles in combination with biofeedback therapy (BFT) to patients with dyssynergic defecation (DD). Methods: Patients who met the criteria for DD and had no underlying organic cause were included in this study. The electromyography (EMG) technique was used for BFT therapy. Patients had received at least six sessions of BFT. BFT was considered successful in patients when the DD pattern in anorectal manometry (ARM) disappeared and/or adequate anal relaxation was obtained following BFT and in patients who had full clinical recovery. Results: Data of 104 patients (58 females [55.8%] and 46 males [44.2%]) was evaluated. Abdominal and rectal symptoms disappeared in 71 (68.26%) patients. Of the patients who achieved symptomatic improvement, 58 (55.76%) saw a disappearance of the dyssynergic defecation pattern. When the differences between anal sphincter pressures before and after treatment were compared in patients who responded to BFT and those who did not, no significant differences were observed, but significant changes were found in anal squeezing pressures. It was found that those who had high squeezing pressures before BFT, those who increased their squeezing pressures after BFT, and those who decreased their resting pressure responded better to BFT. Conclusions: In this study, BFT was found to be more effective in those with a high squeezing pressure and those that increased squeezing pressure after BFT. These findings will influence the treatment of patients with dyssynergic defecation who do not respond to treatment. A combination of abdominal and pelvic floor muscle exercises and BFT increases patient response.

scholarly journals EKSPLORASI SPESIES TUMBUHAN BERKHASIAT OBAT BERBASIS PENGETAHUAN LOKAL DI KABUPATEN PIDIE

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Saudah Saudah ◽  
Vera Viena ◽  
Ernilasari Ernilasari
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plant ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Plant Species ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Participatory Rural Appraisal ◽  
Wild Plants ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
The People ◽  
Plant Families ◽  
Rural Appraisal

ABSTRACT Presently the community tends to avoid the use of modern medicine and turn to nature (back to nuture) with traditional medicine using medicinal plants. The exploration of medicinal plant used in traditional medicine in Pidie District aims to explore the potential of plant species used, record the plant parts used, how to process and to use the plants and how to obtain them from the nature habitat. The method used for data collection is exploratory surveys and Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) methods. The data obtained were analyzed descriptively and showed in the form of tables and images. The results of the study found 106 types of plants used in traditional medicine that were spread into 67 plant families. The most widely used of medicinal plant species were from the Zingiberaceae family. The most widely used plant part is the leaf part. The method of medicinal processing is done by boiling (decoction), the results of the ingredients are used as oral administration by drinks. Generally, the plants used for medicine by the people of Pidie Distric are wild plants, and 68% of which grow from home gardens and  fields. ABSTRAK Kecenderungan masyarakat saat ini mulai menolak penggunaan obat moderen dan beralih ke alam (back to nuture) dengan pengobatan tradisional menggunakan tumbuhan obat. Ekspolarsi jenis tumbuhan obat yang digunakan dalam pengobatan tradisonal di Kabupaten Pidie bertujuan untuk menggali potensi jenis tumbuhan yang digunakan, mendata bagian yang digunakan, cara pengolahan dan penggunaan tumbuhan serta cara mendapatkannya dari alam. Metode yang dilakukan dalam pengumpulan data adalah survey eksploratif dan Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA). Data yang diperoleh dianalisa secara deskriptif dan ditampilkan dalam bentuk tabel dan gambar. Hasil penelitian didapatkan 106 spesies tumbuhan obat yang digunakan dalam pengobatan tradisional yang berasal dari 67 famili.  Spesies tumbuhan obat yang paling banyak digunakan di wilayah Pidie berasal dari famili Zingiberaceae. Bagian tumbuhan obat yang paling banyak digunakan adalah bagian daun. Cara pengolahan tumbuhan obat secara umum dilakukan dengan perebusan, hasil ramuan digunakan dalam bentuk minuman. Secara umum  tumbuhan yang digunakan untuk obat oleh masyarakat Kabupaten Pidie adalah jenis tumbuhan liar, dan  sebanyak 68% tumbuh dari pekarangan rumah maupun kebun atau ladang.  

scholarly journals Hutabolon Village Community Behavior in Overcoming Health Problems

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 36-43
Author(s):  
Rholand Muary ◽  
Agung Suharyanto ◽  
Onggal Sihite ◽  
Wiflihani ◽  
Jamilah Nasution
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Respiratory Infections ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Village Community ◽  
The People ◽  
Community Behavior ◽  
Stomach Acid ◽  
Descriptive Approach

The behavior of the Hutabolon Village community in overcoming the problem of diseases that occur or that they experience is still relatively moderate. The community is already aware of the importance of health, but because there are insufficient facilities or health facilities, it makes the community still have a little difficulty in getting treatment. The research method used is qualitative with a descriptive approach, through this research method researchers get information about the types of diseases that often occur, modern and traditional medicine carried out by the people in Hutabolon Village as a behavior in overcoming health problems. The results of the study concluded that the types of diseases that often occur in Hutabolon Village are eight such as flu or respiratory infections, fever, rheumatism, diarrhea, wounds or vulnus, cavities or toothache, acute respiratory infections, and stomach acid. Behavior of the people of Hutabolon Village To overcome the problem of the disease is to use modern medicine or medical services coupled with traditional medicine.

Appetite Reducing Herbal Drugs from the Perspective of Avicenna and Aghili in Iranian Traditional Medicine (Persian medicine)

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 400-405 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elham Parsa ◽  
Roshanak Mokaberinejad ◽  
Mahmood Khodadoost ◽  
Armin Zareiyan ◽  
Morteza Mojahedi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Loss ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Sesame Seeds ◽  
Synthetic Drugs ◽  
Appetite Suppressant ◽  
Limited Effectiveness ◽  
Persian Medicine ◽  
Purslane Seed

: The increasing prevalence of obesity is one of the major problems of today's society. Man needs food to continue living, daily activities, and even the metabolism of food; and appetite plays an important role in receiving foods. Appetite and weight reducing synthetic drugs, which are mostly costly and have significant side effects, are recommended for some patients, and have limited effectiveness in the treatment of obesity. Given the epidemic of obesity and the lack of satisfaction with synthetic drugs these days, people are more likely to use herbal medicines. Complementary medicine has always been considered for the choice of new treatment. This medicine has a long history. Persian Medicine is one of the traditional medicine systems. : This study was a qualitative study on the Books of Canon and the Makhzan Al-Aladvia. : Saffron has been introduced in both modern medicine and in Iranian medicine to reduce appetite. : In the case of Purslane seed and Chio nut, Figs, Sesame seeds, Camphor, and Solomon's seal, and Opium poppy, which have been appetite suppressant in traditional medicine books, in the books and articles of modern medicine, they have not proved to be appetite reducing. Modern medicine has known Gourd as a weight reducing food with the effects on fat but there is no talk about its effects on appetite. According to traditional Iranian medicine, Chio nut causes anorexia due to weakness in the stomach. Therefore, it is not advisable for weight loss. More clinical studies are conducted to prove the effects of appetite suppressant and weight loss effects of these herbal medicines seem logical.

Safety And Preliminary Efficacy of Magnetic Stimulation of Pelvic Floor with Hifem Technology in Urinary Incontinence

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Urinary Incontinence ◽  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Magnetic Stimulation ◽  
Muscle Tone ◽  
Pelvic Floor Muscle ◽  
Neuromuscular Control ◽  
Ultrasound Elastography ◽  
Functional Evaluation ◽  
Muscle Injuries ◽  
Stimulation Of

Introduction: BTL EMSELLA™ utilizes High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic technology (HIFEM) to cause deep pelvic floor muscles stimulation and restoration of the neuromuscular control. Key effectiveness is based on focused electromagnetic energy, in-depth penetration and stimulation of the entire pelvic floor area. A single BTL EMSELLA™ session brings thousands of supramaximal pelvic floor muscle contractions, which are extremely important in muscle reeducation of incontinent patients. Objective: Prospective study to evaluate the safety and preliminary effectiveness of the use of BTL EMSELLA magnetic stimulation in urinary incontinence. Method: Thirty-two patients with light and moderate urinary incontinence were recruited to perform 6 sessions of BTL EMSELLA during three weeks of initial treatment. Follow-up after three months. The patients received sessions lasting 28 minutes, completing the different treatment protocols. Initially the patients underwent a quality of life test before and after treatment, evaluation with advanced ultrasound using elastography to measure the initial tissue's elasticity and be able to compare after treatment, clinical functional evaluation and urodynamic test. Results: No adverse reactions were observed. All the patients finished the treatment sessions. Two patients reported increased pain after treatment in the first session corresponding to a VAS scale greater than 5 with duration greater than three hours. The treatment was highly satisfactory in 84,4% of the patients. After the first three months the improvement was maintained in 77% of the patients. No muscle injuries were observed. Elastographic changes and improvement of muscle tone were detected by advanced ultrasound (elastography) in 100% of patients. Conclusions: BTL EMSELLA is safe, well tolerated and effective for the treatment of mild and moderate urinary incontinence. The observed elastographic changes demonstrate the improvement of pelvic floor muscle tone after treatment. A reduction in the symptoms of urinary incontinence was demonstrated. Recommendations: Continue increasing the number of cases for research and increase the variables that we have decided to incorporate in the next research section such as MRI and pressure calculation.

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