scholarly journals AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF SYSTEMIC SCLEROSIS - A SINGLE CASE STUDY

2021 ◽  
pp. 76-83
Author(s):  
Sreenithya.M ◽  
Neelakanta. J. Sajjanar ◽  
Sowmyashree.U.P ◽  
Gopalakrishna.G
Keyword(s):  
Systemic Sclerosis ◽  
Plasma Cells ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Autoimmune Disorder ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Distal Extremity ◽  
Skin Blood Vessels

Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a multisystem autoimmune disorder caused by unknown factors. Which results in fibrosis of the skin, blood vessels, and visceral organs, including the gastrointestinal tract, lungs, heart, and kidneys. One among subset is referred to as diffuse cutaneous scleroderma and characterized by the rapid development of symmetric skin thickening of proximal and distal extremity, face, and trunk. When it affects on musculoskeletal system, the synovium in patients with arthritis is similar to that seen in early rheumatoid arthritis and shows edema with infiltration of lymphocytes and plasma cells. A 35-year-old house wife with this diagnosis came to OPD, which is managed by the principle of Amavata (diseases of connective tissue in Ayurveda) line of treatment. Vaitarana basti and Valuka sweda has done for 7 days with oral medication Vaishwanara churna ½ teaspoon with first morsal of food for 3 times. The QOL (quality of life) has been improved with in 7 days of treatment.

scholarly journals EFFECT OF MUSTADI UPANAHA AND TAILA DHARA IN AVASCULAR NECROSIS OF HIP JOINT: SINGLE CASE STUDY

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 4544-4548
Author(s):  
Sarmah Jyoti Manab ◽  
Mahor Bharti ◽  
Arse Reshma ◽  
Kumar Pravesh
Keyword(s):  
Avascular Necrosis ◽  
Hip Joint ◽  
Joint Pain ◽  
Bone Fractures ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Joint Dislocations

Avascular necrosis is a disease in which cellular death of bone component occurs due to interruption of the blood supply. Bone fractures, joint dislocations, alcoholism and long-term use of steroids are the commonly found risk factors of the disease. The disease generally happens in 35 to 60 years old population and commonly affects hip joint. About 10,000 to 20,000 people usually develop osteonecrosis of head of femur yearly in United States. This case deals with a diagnosed case of avascular necrosis of the femoral head in a 68 years old female. Patient had been suffering from pain in the left hip joint since 5 years. She had been under allopathic conservative treatment for her complaints, but symptoms aggravated rapidly since 4 months. So, for further management, she came to Out Patient Department of Panchakarma, Rishikul Campus where three sittings of local application of Mustadi Upanaha on left hip region along with Taila Dhara with Dhanwantaram Taila was performed. After three sittings, she got significant relief in joint pain and her quality of life. The assessment was done based on both subjective as well as objective parameters after each sitting. This study reveals that Panchakarma procedure like Mustadi Upnaha, Taila Dhara provided a significant relief in this case.

scholarly journals Ayurvedic Management of Kitibha Kushta w.r.t. Guttate Psoriasis - A Single Case Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 136-142
Author(s):  
Vishakha Shashikant Bindalkar ◽  
Vinod Ade ◽  
Saurabh Deshmukh
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Life Time ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Upper Limbs ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Guttate Psoriasis

Guttate psoriasis is a type of psoriasis that presents over the upper trunk and proximal extremities, it is small (0.5 to 1.5 cm in diameter) lesions; it is found frequently in young adults. As per its clinical features we will compare with Kitibha Kushta. The life time prevalence is approximately 2% of individuals with psoriasis. Many treatment modalities have been adopted in medical sciences, but it is having various side effects. So here in this case by using Shodhan, Shaman and Bahirparimarjan chikitsa we successfully treated the case of Kitibha kushtha. It is a single case study, A 22 year male patient approached to Kayachikitsa OPD having complaint of multiple small red lesions over the chest, abdomen, and back region also on both upper limbs and Itching over them since 2 years.The patient was treated with Shodhan and Shaman Chikitsa. Patient got 90% result in chief and associated complaints and during and after the completion of therapy there is improvement in the quality of life of the patient. After Shodhana and Shaman Chikitsa patient got satisfactory relief in symptoms.

scholarly journals AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF MALE INFERTILITY (OLIGO ASTHENO TERATOZOOSPERMIA) DUE TO VARICOCELE; A SINGLE CASE STUDY

2020 ◽  
pp. 420-430
Author(s):  
Ramesh Kumar K.L ◽  
Venkatesh.S
Keyword(s):  
Male Infertility ◽  
Medical Management ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
And Function

Male infertility is very commonly associated with Varicocele, which causes blood pooling, and it inhibits the production and quality of semen. Ayurveda offers a range of medical management opportunities, including Panchakarma chikitsa and Shaman Chikitsa. Viirechana helps to relieve testicular swelling. And other Shukra prasadaka, Shukra shodhaka and Shukrala dravyas have very good impact in the production and function of Shukra dhatu. A single case study has been successfully treated with absolute Ayurveda way of diagnosis and treatment.

EFFICACY OF SHASTIKA SHALI PINDA SWEDA IN MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY: A CASE STUDY

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 12-14
Author(s):  
Pratima Yadav ◽  
Ajay Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Muscular Dystrophy ◽  
Muscle Power ◽  
Muscle Tone ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Limb Weakness ◽  
Loss Of Appetite

Muscular dystrophy is a group of diseases that make muscles weaker and less flexible over time. This disease comes under Beeja dosha and Mamsavaha Srotodushti which leads to Mamsavaha Kshaya and impairment of Mamsagni and can be treated as Mamsagat vata which is explained in Ayurvedic text. This is a single case study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of Shastika Shali Pinda Sweda in muscular dystrophy. The case report is A female patient aged 14 years was admitted in IPD of Kayachikitsa and Panchakarma with complains of both lower limb weakness, loss of muscle strength. It was a diagnosed case of muscular dystrophy. The patient was unable to walk, sit and stand properly due to the weakness in lower limbs and other associated symptoms loss of appetite, weakness. Diagnosis done by the examination of muscle power and tone. During the examination, Muscle tone and power diminished in the lower limbs of the patient. Materials and methods are Shastika Shali, Bala mool (decoction), Milk, Ksheer bala tail (for Abhyanga). Triphala churna 1 gram at bedtime and Shunthi churna 0.5 gram two times before meal given to enhancing the appetite. Shastika Shali Pinda Sweda was done for 14 days regularly and then follow-up after 1 month. The patient showed significant improvement in muscle weakness, and she can be able to do her work without any support. This single case study shows the efficacy of Panchakarma procedure and minimize the severity of disease and improving quality of life of patients.

Conceptualization and Management of Chronic Pain in an Over 65 Using an ACT Lens—A Single Case Study

2020 ◽  
pp. 153465012097829
Author(s):  
Rebecca Campbell ◽  
Podugu Sai Durga Vara Prasadarao ◽  
Mary Morris
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Chronic Pain ◽  
Older Persons ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Medical Intervention ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Psychotherapeutic Research ◽  
Acceptance And Commitment

This single case study illustrates the application and utility of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for a 72-year-old Australian male presenting with chronic pain and complex health conditions. Chronic pain often entails complexity among older adults and can impact the patient’s life across a range of domains. Psychological approaches, as stand-alone or adjunct to medical intervention, are widely acknowledged as potentially beneficial to older persons experiencing pain. ACT has been supported as a viable psychological approach for chronic pain and especially suitable for older persons with chronic pain. This study describes an ACT treatment approach for an older person with chronic pain informed via development of an extension of the existing ACT conceptualization of chronic pain. The development of the ACT based model is in keeping with recommendations to seek out mechanisms of change in psychotherapeutic research. Measures of Quality of Life, Depression, Physical Activity, and Acceptance/Avoidance were taken at pre and post treatment, as well as across treatment phases. Improvement was noted in self-reported measures of QOL, depression, and physical activity.

scholarly journals Role of Argwadha Nitya Virechana in Madhumeha (Diabetes Mellitus-II): A Case Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 170-176
Author(s):  
Shilpa Bhaskarrao Deshpande ◽  
Shweta Parwe ◽  
Milind Nisargandha
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Blood Sugar ◽  
Blood Sugar Level ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Clinical Syndrome ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Number Of Patients

Diabetes Mellitus is now considered a pandemic. Especially in India, the number of patients increased at 14% prediabetic, becoming the capital of Diabetes. It is a clinical syndrome which is characterize by an increased level of blood sugar. In Ayurveda, the ṁadhumeha is explained as a type of prameha. The kinds of madhumeha is of two. One is dhatukshaya, and other is avaranjanya. The avaranjanya type of Madhumeha is allowed to be treated with the shodhana process. In which vamana and virechana are effective. Objective: The objective of this study was to study the efficacy of Nitya Virechana in the management of madhumeha. Case report: A single case study of a 59 yrs old male patient who was already diagnosed with madhumeha before 21 days. Symptoms such as pippasa, shramdaurbalya, Bahumutrata were present; after investigation, he was advised for Nitya Virechana. Result: Symptomatic assessment of the patient was carried out after treatment i.e. after Nitya Virechana and outcome was satisfactory, and the quality of life of patient was significantly improved. Conclusion: Nitya Virechana brought about good relief in symptoms in patients with Madhumeha and controlling the blood sugar level.

scholarly journals Introducing the Q-strip to Quantitatively Measure Nocturnal Perspiration as a Parameter and Predictor: A Review of Literature

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kasper Jolink ◽  
Loussi Bedrosian
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Quality Of Sleep ◽  
Common Clinical Practice

One third of a person’s life is spent on sleep, therefore the quality and habit of sleep affects health. A single case study indicated that perspiration could serve as a prognostic marker. Diagnosing nocturnal perspiration is common clinical practice, since this serves as a major symptom in many pathologies. Till this day no specific evidence-based approach for diagnosing nocturnal perspiration exists. By introducing the Q-strip, a device which quantitatively measures nocturnal perspiration, this could be acquired. The Q-strip could serve a purpose in diagnosing nocturnal perspiration more efficient without being intrusive. In addition to its health sensing potentials, the Q-strip makes it possible to visualise perspiration patterns. This introduces the possibility to examine the quality of sleep. Future research is recommended to investigate this.

scholarly journals Experiences from Decentralised Radiological Services in Norway- a rural case study.

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aud Mette Myklebust ◽  
Hilde Eide ◽  
Brian Ellis ◽  
Rona Beattie
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Focus Groups ◽  
Rural Area ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Health Care Service ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Health Care Professions

Abstract Background Implementation of the Norwegian government’s Coordination Reform (2012) aims to decentralise health care services from centralised hospitals to local communities. Radiological services in Norway are mainly organised in hospitals, because of the significant financial and human resource demands engendered by the need for advanced technological equipment, and specialised staff. Some selected conventional x-ray services have been decentralised into rural communities. The purpose of this single case study was to highlight experiences from different stakeholders’ of organiseing decentralised radiological services in a rural area in Norway. Methods A qualitative single case study design was adopted, collected data using focus groups with healthcare professionals and managers to obtain stakeholder’s experiences of the radiological services in this rural area. The key emergent themes from the literature, decentralisation, quality, professional roles, organisation and economic consequences were discussed with each focus group. Thematic analysis was used for analyzing the primary data collected. Results Four main themes emerged from the focus groups: 1) organisation, 2) quality and safety, 3) funding of radiological services and 4) cooperation between health care professions and health care levels. It was found that the organisation of decentralised radiological services to rural areas is challenging because of the way health services are structured in Norway. The quality of service was found to be inadequate in some areas because of the superficial level of training given to non-radiographic staff. The experience is that the Norwegian funding system hinders an efficient decentralised health care service. Effective cooperation and responsibility between health care professions and levels was challenging. There needs to be improved co-working by clearly defining roles and responsibilities. Conclusions A key recommendation for the organisation of rural radiological service was the development of a satellite link with an acute hospital. Quality of the service could be improved and should be given priority. Structural change to the financial system whereby money follows patients, might also facilitate more patientcentred services across healthcare levels. Improved mutual understanding between rural radiological services and hospital specialists and managers is important for a high quality and consistent radiological service to be delivered across Norway.

scholarly journals “Effect of ashoka ghrita in asrigdhar (menorrhagia): A case study”

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (02) ◽  
Author(s):  
Reema Vijay Vartak ◽  
Seema Mehere
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Modern Medicine ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Case Description ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Common Complaint

Aim and Background: The term Menorrhagia is from Greek word, men meaning ‘menses’ and ‘rrhagia’ meaning ‘burst forth’10. It denotes cyclic bleeding which is excessive in amount or duration. It is a very common complaint among females in recent years. It has negative effects on women’s quality of life with limited options available in modern medicine, following Ayurvedic principles of diagnosis and treatment can be useful. Case Description: A 42 years old female Hindu patient, housewife by occupation visited our OPD with complaints of Excessive P/V bleeding during menstruation, prolonged bleeding for 7-8 days with interval of 18-20 days which was heavy with passage of big clots for first 4-5days. She changes 7-8 pads/day, next 3-4days moderate bleeding, changes 4-5pads/day was seen. Associated with fatigue patient was not able to do her normal activities. Diagnosed as Raktapradar according to Ayurveda. Treatment: She was given Ashokaghrita 1tsf, twice a day before food daily for 6 months3. Outcome: After three months of treatment patient showed significant relief in symptoms. Significant reduction in PV bleeding, proper intervals in between menses and reduction in passage of clots. Conclusion: Significant relief can be achieved in patients of menorrhagia by applying principles of diagnosis and treatment of Asrigdhar. It’s single case study and can lay down road ahead for further research Keywords: Asrigdhar, Menorrhagia, Ashokaghrita

scholarly journals Experiences from Decentralised Radiological Services in Norway – a rural case study

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aud Mette Myklebust ◽  
Hilde Eide ◽  
Brian Ellis ◽  
Rona Beattie
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Focus Groups ◽  
Rural Area ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Health Care Service ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Health Care Professions

Abstract Background Implementation of the Norwegian government’s Coordination Reform (2012) aims to decentralise health care services from centralised hospitals to local communities. Radiological services in Norway are mainly organised in hospitals, because of the significant financial and human resource demands engendered by the need for advanced technological equipment, and specialised staff. Some selected conventional x-ray services have been decentralised into rural communities. The purpose of this single case study was to highlight experiences from different stakeholders’ of organiseing decentralised radiological services in a rural area in Norway. Methods A qualitative single case study design was adopted, collected data using focus groups with healthcare professionals and managers to obtain stakeholder’s experiences of the radiological services in this rural area. The key emergent themes from the literature, decentralisation, quality, professional roles, organisation and economic consequences – were discussed with each focus group. Thematic analysis was used for analyzing the primary data collected. Results Four main themes emerged from the focus groups: 1)organisation, 2)quality and safety, 3)funding of radiological services and 4) cooperation between health care professions and health care levels. It was found that the organisation of decentralised radiological services to rural areas is challenging because of the way health services are structured in Norway. The quality of service was found to be inadequate in some areas because of the superficial level of training given to non-radiographic staff. The experience is that the Norwegian funding system hinders an efficient decentralised health care service. Effective cooperation and responsibility between health care professions and levels was challenging. There needs to be improved co-working by clearly defining roles and responsibilities. Conclusions A key recommendation for the organisation of rural radiological service was the development of a satellite link with an acute hospital. Quality of the service could be improved and should be given priority. Structural change to the financial system whereby money follows patients, might also facilitate more patient-centred services across healthcare levels. Improved mutual understanding between rural radiological services and hospital specialists and managers is important for a high quality and consistent radiological service to be delivered across Norway.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document