Allergic rhinitis is an immunologic inflammatory reaction of the nasal mucosa to airborne allergens. Although it is not a life-threatening disease, it significantly affects the quality of life of those affected. Symptoms range from nasal congestion, watery nasal discharge and…
Ayurvedic skin care products have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their natural ingredients and potential skin care benefits. This clinical commentary highlights the current state of research on Ayurvedic ingredients in dermatology. Method The authors reviewed…
Erythroderma is an inflammatory skin disorder characterized by extensive redness and scaling all over the body. This case study describes the successful treatment of an 18-year-old male patient with erythroderma using Ayurvedic therapeutic approaches. Method The patient developed erythroderma…
Vicharchica (eczema) is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition characterized by itching, redness, blistering and scaling. This clinical study investigated the efficacy of modified Vijaya oil, which consists of a combination of Ayurvedic herbs, in the treatment of vicharchica. Method…
Vicharchika (eczema) is a chronic skin condition characterized by dry, itchy and scaly skin lesions. This clinical trial investigated the efficacy of Rudra Taila, an Ayurvedic oil preparation, in the treatment of vicharchika. Method In this open-label clinical trial,…
Cutaneous Lichen Planus (CLP) is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease characterized by reddish to blackish papules and maculopapular skin lesions. This case study describes the successful treatment of a 42-year-old female patient from Coimbatore, India, who had previously failed to…
Katigraha (back pain) is a condition caused by Vata Dosha or Sama Vata Dosha (Vata in combination with toxins from disturbed digestion) and manifests as pain and stiffness in the lower back. This study investigates the efficacy of Upanaha Sweda…
Chronic low back pain (CLBP) affects a significant proportion of the population and impairs the quality of life and ability to work of those affected. This study investigates the effectiveness of yoga and Ayurvedic Kati Basti therapy compared to yoga…
Osteoarthritis of the knee (OA) is a degenerative joint disease characterized by pain and limited mobility. This study investigates the efficacy of Ayurvedic treatment compared to conventional therapy in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Method In this multicenter, open-label, randomized…
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder associated with disturbed sleep quality, stress, cognitive impairment and reduced quality of life. This study investigated the effectiveness of yoga and Nasya Karma (nasal therapy) compared to standard treatment for insomnia. Method The…
Primary insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep in the absence of medical, psychiatric or environmental causes. This study investigates the efficacy of Mamsyadi Kwatha compared to Tagaradi Kwatha in patients with primary insomnia.…
Primäre Insomnie ist eine Schlafstörung, die durch Schwierigkeiten beim Ein- oder Durchschlafen gekennzeichnet ist, ohne dass medizinische, psychiatrische oder umweltbedingte Ursachen vorliegen. Diese Studie untersucht die Wirksamkeit von Mamsyadi Kwatha im Vergleich zu Tagaradi Kwatha bei Patienten mit primärer Insomnie.…
Type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by insulin resistance and insufficient insulin production. In Ayurvedic medicine, diabetes is referred to as Madhumeha. This study investigates the efficacy of Saptavimshatika Guggulu (SG) and Haridra Churna (HC) in…
Type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is a chronic disease characterized by insulin resistance and insufficient insulin production. In Ayurvedic medicine, diabetes is referred to as Madhumeha, which translates as “sweet urine”. Ayurvedic treatment involves a combination of herbal medicines, dietary changes…
Insomnia is one of the most common complaints seen in primary care following pain. This case series examines the efficacy of Shirodhara, an Ayurvedic oil therapy, in patients with moderate to severe insomnia in the United States. Method The…
Anidra (primary insomnia) is a condition characterized by disturbed sleep quality and quantity and is classified as a Vata-dominated disorder in Ayurveda. This clinical study investigated the efficacy of Jatipatri Ksheerapaka, a medicated milk preparation from the aril of Myristica…
Stress is a common health problem that has a negative impact on physical, mental and emotional health. This case study examines the effect of Shirodhara, an Ayurvedic therapy, on stress biomarkers and mood in a 35-year-old female patient with sleep…
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is a mental illness characterized by persistent, excessive worry and anxiety, often associated with sleep disturbances, irritability and concentration problems. This study investigates the efficacy of the Ayurvedic formulations Brahmi Vati and Saraswatarista compared to escitalopram…
Overweight and obesity are increasing health problems worldwide, associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease and dyslipidemia. This pilot study investigates the feasibility and efficacy of an Ayurvedic and yoga-based lifestyle program for weight loss in…
Overweight is a common condition associated with increased risk of hypertension, type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia and cardiovascular disease. This clinical trial investigates the efficacy of the Ayurvedic herbal formulation HFO-02 in overweight adults. Method The open-label, prospective study was…
Overweight (sthaulya) is a growing health problem characterized by excessive fat accumulation and associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes and other chronic diseases. This study examines the effectiveness of Suryanamaskar (SN) - a yogic exercise sequence of 12 asanas - on…
Overweight (obesity) is a chronic condition associated with cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. This case study describes the success of a 26-year-old female doctor from Maharashtra who was able to significantly reduce her weight through an integrative…
Fibromyalgia or fibromyalgia syndrome is characterized by recurrent muscular pain in all parts of the body. Other symptoms such as joint pain and back pain are often accompanied by secondary symptoms such as increased fatigue, insomnia and morning stiffness. The…
The study of the Ayurveda therapist Dr. rer. nat. Gianni Alampi examines the effectiveness of Ayurvedic massages and Dhara forehead treatments. Subject of the study was the medical application of Ayurvedic therapy as an alternative healing method. Method 106 volunteers…
Cartilage degradation in the knee causes severe pain in knee osteoarthritis due to bone friction in the knee. This study, carried out as part of a multidisciplinary arthritis project of the Indian government, investigates the efficacy of various Ayurvedic preparations…
Pathologically elevated blood lipid levels, hyperlipidemia, often lead to vascular calcification and as a result to coronary heart disease, the so-called ischaemic heart disease. Conventional medical treatments are often accompanied by side effects. The aim of this study is to…
The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of Iyengar Yoga in chronic neck pain. A randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted to compare Iyengar Yoga with a self-care neck exercise program. Method 77 patients with chronic neck…
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