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Thuvaraka rasayana regimen in Psoriasis vulgaris – A case report
Publication date: Available online 1 January 2019Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative MedicineAuthor(s): K. Krishna Kumar, James ChackoAbstractPsoriasis is one among the wide-spreading, chronic, frequently recurring diseases of the skin. Its world prevalence varies between 0.09% and 11.4% in 2013 which reported in 2006 as in between 0.5% and 4.6%. In Ayurveda, the description of Kushta-roga viz. Vata-Kaphaja kushta finds similarity with psoriasis. The common sites of occurrence of psoriasis are scalp, elbow, knee, earlobes and sole which are also considered as the location of Vata and Kapha.The science of Ayurveda h...
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - January 1, 2019 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Directions for revitalization of Ayurveda in the 21st century
Publication date: October–December 2018Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine, Volume 9, Issue 4Author(s): Darshan Shankar (Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 29, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Effect of Coelogyne cristata Lindley in alleviation of chronic fatigue syndrome in aged Wistar rats
ConclusionThe results confirmed the potential therapeutic actions of CCE against experimentally induced CFS in aged rats that might be due to its CNS mediatory antioxidant properties. (Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 29, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Morbidity profile of adult outpatients attending traditional medicine health facilities in a district of South India
ConclusionArthritis, neuritis and fungal diseases were the most common morbidities, for which patients sought care in Siddha hospitals. These morbidities can be considered for preparing standard treatment guidelines under the national programme. (Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 29, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Efficacy of heart failure reversal treatment in patients with low ejection fraction
ConclusionThis 90 day follow up study highlights the benefit of HFRT, as a part of maintenance treatment for CHF patients with reduced ejection fraction. (Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 29, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Nuclear ribosomal DNA – ITS region based molecular marker to distinguish Gmelina arborea Roxb. Ex Sm. from its substitutes and adulterants
This study demonstrates that the ITS1 region can be used for reliable authentication of medicinal plants and detection of adulterants and substitutes of Gambhari. (Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 29, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Targeting fungal menace through copper nanoparticles and Tamrajal
ConclusionCompared to the classes of antifungals like azoles, echinocandins etc, copper based anti-candidal agents highlight a potential way to combat resistant candidiasis. The possibility of accumulation of NP resulting in cytotoxicity puts tamrajal as the choice due to its efficacy as well as non-toxicity as per the EPA. (Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 27, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

A prospective study on the effects of Ayurvedic massage in post-stroke patients
Conclusion- Utilizing Ayurvedic massage in post stroke patients with flaccidity can promote faster standing with minimal assistance and lead to less need for antispastic drugs at discharge. (Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 20, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Planning action for strengthening the ecosystem for Ayurvedic research
Publication date: Available online 19 December 2018Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative MedicineAuthor(s): V.M. Katoch (Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 19, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Reflections on current Ayurveda research
Publication date: Available online 17 December 2018Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative MedicineAuthor(s): S. Ramaswamy (Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 18, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

‘Recognized journals’ in guidelines from Central Council of Indian Medicine on research publications needs specification
Publication date: Available online 13 December 2018Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative MedicineAuthor(s): Sendhilkumar Muthappan, Rajalakshmi Elumalai, Manickam Ponnaiah (Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 14, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Integrative approach for diabetic foot management– a case report
Publication date: Available online 10 December 2018Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative MedicineAuthor(s): G.B. Neelambika, Vikram Balu, Miracle Rashel Rego, Chandrakanth KesariAbstractNon-healing diabetic foot has always demanded more attention from the surgeon due to the distinct problem it possesses. There is a constant need for the evolvement in the management and this case is one such attempt. A 62-year-old male patient with a history of diabetes mellitus since 10 years presented with a non-healing foot ulcer since 1 month. He was managed with Ayurveda internal and external interventions for dusta vrana combine...
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 11, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Need for comprehensive standardization strategies for marketed Ayurveda formulations
Publication date: Available online 11 December 2018Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative MedicineAuthor(s): Vishvanath Narhari Vaidya, A.U. Tatiya, Ashwini Elango, Subrahmanya Kumar Kukkupuni, Chethala N. VishnuprasadAbstractAyurveda is known for the use of poly-herbal formulations and multi-component therapeutics for the management of health and diseases. Several pharmaceutical companies are manufacturing and marketing different Ayurvedic formulations, prepared as per the classical texts and the regulatory standards. However, on a cursory glance, marked variations are observed amongst the same formulations manufactu...
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - December 11, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Chemical characterization of an Ayurvedic herbo-mineral preparation- Mahalaxmivilas Rasa through spectroscopic & chromatographic methods
ConclusionClassical pharmaceutical procedures of Mahalaxmi Vilas Rasa showed converting the macro elements into therapeutically effective medicines of micro form. Standards laid down in this study certainly utilized as an important tool for standardization and quality assurance of this herbo-mineral formulation. (Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine)
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - November 21, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Assessment of bioavailability of gold bhasma in human participants – A pilot study
Publication date: Available online 17 November 2018Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative MedicineAuthor(s): Trupti Patil-Bhole, Sangram Patil, Asmita A. WeleAbstractBioavailability of the well-known Ayurvedic drug Swarnabhasma (gold bhasma or calcined gold) is unknown. It is orally administered either sublingually or directly with various Anupanas like black pepper powder (Piper nigrum Linn.) and cow ghee in the dose range of 15–240 mg by Ayurvedic physicians. Study of bioavailability of Swarnabhasma is necessary as this metal-derived drug is administered for long duration for rejuvenation. The pilot study was car...
Source: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - November 18, 2018 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research