bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Ultrasonographic and electrophysiological outcomes of carpal tunnel syndrome treated with low-level laser therapy: A double-blind, prospective, randomized, sham-controlled study
Authors: Nalbant Merve , Ümit Yemişci Oya , Özen Selin , Tezcan Şehnaz
Published: December 2021

Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the therapeutic effects of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on clinical, ultrasonographic (US), and electrophysiological findings in carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).

Patients and methods: Between January 2015 and August 2015, 42 patients (7 males, 35 females; mean age: 50.4±8.7 years; range, 32 to 65 years) with mild-to-moderate CTS were randomly assigned to one of two groups: active LLLT (therapy group, n=22) 0.8 J/painful point and sham LLLT groups (n=20). Both groups wore neutral wrist orthoses. The patients were evaluated before and after 15 sessions of therapy (670 nm, 4 J/session over the carpal tunnel). Follow-up parameters included the Boston Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Questionnaire (BCTQ) Symptom Severity Scale (SSS), Functional Status Scale (FSS), nerve conduction studies and US evaluation of the median nerve cross-sectional area (CSA), vascularization (via power Doppler), flattening ratio (FR), and palmar bowing of the flexor retinaculum.

Results: Nocturnal paresthesia improved in both groups; however, pain and patients with a positive Phalen’s test reduced only in the therapy group (p=0.031). The FSS and SSS scores also improved only in the therapy group (p<0.001). Electrophysiologically, median sensory nerve conduction velocities showed a significant improvement only in the therapy group (p=0.002). The CSA, FR, and vascularization of the median nerve showed a significant improvement in the therapy group alone (p<0.001, p=0.048, and p=0.021, respectively).

Conclusion: Improvements in the signs and symptoms of CTS and hand function, the improvements in sensory nerve conduction studies, and reduction in median nerve CSA, FR and vascularity in the LLLT group can be attributed to the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects of LLLT. This study provides new US data demonstrating efficacy of LLLT along with a clinical and electrophysiological improvement. The LLLT seems to be an easily applied, non-invasive treatment option.
Lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2 and carotid intima-media thickness in primary Sjögren syndrome
Authors: Gültuna Selcan , Can Sandıkçı Sevinç , Kaplanoğlu Hatice , Nuri Aydın Fevzi , Seher Özalp Ateş Funda
Published: December 2021

Objectives: This study aims to evaluate serum lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2 (Lp-PLA2) level and carotid intima-media thickness in primary Sjögren syndrome (pSS) as an indicator of atherosclerosis.

Patients and methods: Between July 2019 and July 2020, a total of 33 female pSS patients (mean age: 44.5±11.2 years; range, 23 to 60 years) and 37 female age- and sex-matched healthy individuals (mean age: 40.9±7.2 years; range, 25 to 54 years) were included. Carotid intima-media thickness and serum Lp-PLA2 levels were measured in the patient and control groups.

Results: The patients had a higher median serum Lp-PLA2 of 560 (range, 108 to 1,222) ng/mL vs. 328 (range, 0 to 1,280) ng/mL in the controls (p=0.024) and a similar mean intima-media thickness of carotid artery (0.64±0.14 mm vs. 0.62±0.15 mm, respectively; p=0.595). Serum Lp-PLA2 was positively correlated with platelet count (r=0.411, p=0.018) and negatively correlated with erythrocyte sedimentation rate (r=-0.409, p=0.018). The mean value of carotid intima-media thickness was positively correlated with disease duration (r=0.316, p=0.074) and was negatively correlated with the level of leucocyte (r=-0.458, p=0.007).

Conclusion: Our study suggests that the patients of pSS have a potential risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, independent of traditional cardiovascular risk factors and disease severity.
Prediction of subclinical left ventricular dysfunction by speckle-tracking echocardiography in patients with anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody--associated vasculitis
Authors: Nur İzgi Tuba , Barutcu Ataş Dilek , Ataş Halil , Akaslan Dursun , Ilgın Can , Velioğlu Arzu , Arıkan Hakkı , Alıbaz-Öner Fatma , Direskeneli Haner , Tuğlular Serhan , Aşıcıoğlu Ebru
Published: December 2021

Objectives: This study aims to evaluate left ventricular functions using speckle-tracking echocardiography (STE) in patients with anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis (AAV).

Patients and methods: Between June 2018 and July 2019, a total of 31 AAV patients (17 males, 14 females; median age: 53 years; range, 47 to 62 years) and 21 healthy controls (11 males, 10 females; median age: 56 years; range, 46 to 60 years) were included in the study. Clinical and biochemical characteristics of all participants were recorded. All participants underwent conventional and two-dimensional STE. The receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis was performed to determine the cut-off value of serum N-terminal prohormone of brain natriuretic peptide (NT-pro-BNP) that predicted subclinical left ventricular dysfunction. The Spearman correlation analysis was used to determine the correlation between left ventricular global longitudinal strain (LV-GLS) and NT-pro-BNP.

Results: The LV-GLS was lower in AAV patients (19.3% vs. 21.7%, respectively; p=0.014). NT-pro-BNP was negatively correlated with LV-GLS (p=0.005, r=0.401).

Conclusion: Subclinical left ventricular dysfunction can be detected by STE in patients with AAV who have free of clinically overt cardiovascular disease. The LV-GLS is negatively correlated with serum NT-pro-BNP levels.
Dysregulation of complement factor H in juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus patients
Authors: Eissa Eman , Morcos Botros , Dorgham Dalia , Kholoussi Naglaa
Published: December 2021

Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the expression pattern of factor H in peripheral blood and the frequency of factor H autoantibodies in plasma of juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus (jSLE) patients compared to healthy controls.

Patients and methods: Between March 2019 and October 2019, a total of 30 healthy individuals (3 males, 27 females; mean age: 26±7.4 years; range, 18 to 40 years) and 65 jSLE patients (age of onset ≤16 years) (2 males, 63 females; mean age: 23.4±7 years; range, 15 to 38 years) were included. Factor H expression pattern was examined in blood of all subjects using quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction and the frequency of factor H autoantibodies was estimated in plasma using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.

Results: Factor H expression was significantly downregulated in jSLE patients compared to healthy controls (p<0.01). A significant underexpression of factor H was observed in jSLE patients with nephritis compared to those without nephritis (p<0.03), while there was no association of factor H expression levels with any of the other clinical and serological features, disease activity or disease damage index of patients. Only 5% of jSLE patients were positive for factor H autoantibodies without any correlations with the clinical data or disease activity of patients.

Conclusion: Our study results suggest that factor H expression can be dysregulated in jSLE patients.
The Hopping Dead. Zombies in the Chinese Culture
Authors: Sarakaeva Asya A. , Sarakaeva Elina A.
Published: December 2021

The article examines the image of zombies in Chinese culture, the traditional perception of their appearance and internal characteristics. A wide scope of written sources served as the basis of the study: inscriptions on oracle bones, ancient fortune-telling calendars, historical treatises, chronicles and commentaries on chronicles, essays on geography and medicine, fiction of old and modern China, as well as entries and comments from the Chinese blogosphere.

The authors examine how the idea of evil spirits (with a body or bodiless ones) first appeared in the religious worldview of the ancient Chinese, and trace its origin to the doctrine of existence of multiple souls in one person. The article also details the formation of the pictorial image of Chinese zombies: animated corpses covered with hair or dressed as government officials, with their arms extended forward, hopping on straight legs unable to bend their knees. As for the functional characteristics of zombies, the authors discuss not only their well-known features (e.g., cannibalism), but also their deep inner connection with water and drought. In conclusion, the authors explore the evolution of zombies in modern urban legends and demonstrate the continuity of traditional demonology that develops into modern narrative.

Apart from that, the article contains a number of analogies and comparisons of the Chinese image of zombies with other nations’ mythological tradition.
Clean Energy, Australian Electricity Markets, and Information Transmission
Authors: Karim Sitara , Naeem Muhammad Abubakr
Published: December 2021

This study investigates the connectedness between the clean energy and Australian electricity markets from May 2005 to December 2020. Using time-varying parameter vector autoregressions, we find weak connectedness between the clean energy and Australian electricity markets. The weak connectedness of the clean energy markets to the electricity markets illustrates the diversification potential of clean energy for Australian electricity markets. We cite several implications for policymakers, regulatory bodies, investors, and market participants.
COMPARATIVE PHARMACEUTICO ANALYTICAL STUDY TO EVALUATE THE CONCEPT OF AVARTANA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO 1, 10, 50, 100 AVARTITA MADHUKA TAILA
Authors: V. G Anagha. , S Vikram.
Published: December 2021

Avartana is a unique concept mentioned for Sneha Kalpana. The more the number of Avartana the more potent will be the formulation. “Shata Paka Madhuka Taila" is one such formulation that is explained in Charaka Chikitsa Vataraktha Adhikara. Samples were subjected to pharmaceutico - Analytical study to compare the probable changes that would have happened pharmaceutically & analytically. Shata paka Madhuka Taila was prepared as per reference & samples were Analysed. The change in the organoleptic characters of all the Avartita samples was noted. Consistency of taila to semisolid consistency of ghruta in proceeding Avartana was observed. A slight increase in specific gravity & Refractive index were noted, decrease in acid value & iodine value was observed. Rancidity test passed & peroxide value was nil. slight acidic pH was noted. The presence of more bands with different Rf values was seen towards 50th, 75th & 100th Avartita samples on TLC. Pharmaceutical procedure reveals that concentration of the Active bio constituents of yastimadhu & milk fat gets increased in each Avartana., And it was evident from organoleptic characters like conversion of liquid Consistency of taila to semisolid consistency of ghruta (on cooling) in proceeding Avartana. A slight increase in specific gravity & Refractive index suggests more active constituents, decrease in acid value & iodine value suggests products are more stable & less chance of rancid on successive avartana. Rancidity & peroxide value tells product are not rancid. pH changes indicate slight acidicnature & may be irritant due to high potency. TLC shows the presence of more bands towards 50th, 75th& 100th avarti samples shows more active constituents. Hence Avartana process helps for potentiating the formulation by adding active constituents.
Keywords: Sneha Kalpana, Avartana, Shata Paka Madhuka Taila.
CLINICAL STUDY TO EVALUATE EFFICACY OF VIDANGADI LOHA AND HAMSA MANDOOR IN PANDU RIGS W.S.R TO IRON DEFICIENCY ANAEMIA
Authors: khatotra Sukhdev , Sharma Samiksha
Published: December 2021

Nutritional indicators have been developed to monitor health for all. Greater emphasis is now placed on integrating nutrition into primary health care systems whenever possible and formulation of national dietary goals to promote health and nutritional status of families and communities. Iron deficiency has been recognized as commonest nutritional deficiency disorder and a risk to the nation among top ten selected health risks, although this deficiency disorder has been described by the name Panduroga thousands of years ago in the Ayurvedic classics. These Ayurvedic classics have also recommended formulations of Louha (iron) for the management of this disease as best remedy.
Keywords: Anemia, hemoglobin, iron deficiency, Pandu roga, serum ferritin
ROLE OF CHAYA AND PRABHA TO MAINTAIN SKIN COLOR
Authors: Soni Niketa , Sharma Rajesh Kumar , Sharma Dinesh Chandra
Published: December 2021

According to Ayurveda beauty is determined such as Varna (Color), Prabha (Radiance) and Chaya (Personality) and depends on many other factors like prakriti, sara, doshas etc. These factors are the innate entities of beauty and represent all the parameters for healthy and radiant skin. Beauty reflects the equilibrium of all the dhatus (tissues), doshas & acts as a barometer of individual’s health. This paper aimed to investigate the concept of Chaya and Prabha by exploring the material in classical texts in Ayurveda. Varna incorporates the entities like color, texture, luster, appearance and nourishment (plumpness). Dermatological parameters such as skin hydra- tion, pigmentation, sensitivity and wrinkling come under the extent of Varna. Appearance, built, color, radiance and overall beauty are the components of Chaya (Personality), Varna and Prabha are contributory factors of Chaya. According to modern science, three main pigments i.e. Melanin, Carotene and Hemoglobin are consid- ered for the skin color. The color, complexion and appearance of the individuals vary greatly. This varna is af- fected by many factors before and after birth of human life.
Keywords: Chaya, Prabha, Varna, Melanin.
AN AYURVEDIC REVIEW ON UNRAVELING THE GOLDEN GOODNESS OF HRUDAYAVARANA
Authors: P. K Savitha , Kapoor Ritu , Adlakha Manoj
Published: December 2021

Ayurveda is the eternal science in which we can dig out all the current scenario of emerging diseases and their remedies. Ayurveda, the science is very vast as an ocean. For the sake of its benefit, it is divided in to eight branches. Agad tantra evam vyavahara ayurveda is one among the eight branches which deals with the concept of toxicity, its treatment, forensic medicine and medical jurisprudence. Ayurveda Samhita well mentioned all the Sthavara (Plant origin), Jangama (Animal origin) and Krithrima (Artificial) visha (poison), its Symptoms and Management. Charaka Samhita mainly adopted the Chaturvimsadi Upakrama (Twenty-four treatment modalities) for the man- agement of Vishas. Hrudayavarana is one among the Twenty-four treatment modalities used as a preventive, cura- tive and emergency management in toxic conditions. Visha having properties opposite to that of ojas, whereas ojas helps to sustain life in the body.
Keywords: Chaturvimsadi Upakrama, Hrudayavarana Ojas, Rasayana
BOOK REVIEW: ASHTANGA HRIDAYA – SUTRASTHANA (VAGBHATACHARYARACHIT) EVAM MAULIK SIDDHANT
Authors: Thakre Pravinkumar , Thakre Pravinkumar Ganeshrao
Published: December 2021

Ayurveda Samhita Grantha’s are the basic source of Ayurvedic wisdom. Among Bruhadtrayi, Ashtanga Sangraha was written by Acharya Vagbhata which is a compendium of then available literature. This book is without bias to either the Charaka’s school of med- icine or the Sushruta’s school of surgery. Science al- ways expands day by day. Acharya Vagbhata after some time wrote condensed, precise and poetic book entitled ‘Ashtanga Hridaya’. Ashtanga Sangraha - Sutrasthana was included in First Year B.A.M.S. syl- labus from many decades. Since last few years Ash- tanga Hridaya (Sutrasthana) was included in the sylla- bus instead of Ashtanga Sangraha. From the year 2012, Maulik Siddhant was also added to this and the subject was renamed as ‘Maulik Siddhant Evam Ash- tanga Hridaya’.
IMPORTANCE OF ASHTAVIDHA PARIKSHA – AS A DIAGNOSTIC TOOL
Authors: Patel Bhoomika , Srivastava Sanjay
Published: December 2021

For effective management of disease, diagnosis and prognosis are two important aspects. Clinical examination is an important tool for assessment of disease as well as condition of patient. Different types of examination depicted in Ayurveda among that Ashtavidha Pariksha viz. Nadi (Pulse), Mootra (Urine), Mala (Faeces), Jihwa (Tongue), Shabda (Speech), Sparsha (Touch), Drika (Eyes) and Akriti (Posture) an effective tool for clinical examination of patient, which was routinely used by traditional Ayurvedic practitioner, but is missing in present era. In this paper, the clinical utility of Ashtavidha Pariksha is discussed which will be helpful for scholars to use it as a diagnostic and therapeutic tool in their clinical practice.
Keywords: Ashtasthana Pariksha, Ayurveda, Examination, Diagnosis, Prognosis.
MARMA CHIKITSA – A CLINICO ANATOMICAL APPROACH FOR PROMOTION OF HEALTH
Authors: Yadav Arvind Kumar , Marwaha Rita , Chourasia Swatantra Kumar , Sharma Shradhha
Published: December 2021

Marma Chikitsa is an untouched chapter of Indian system. In Vedas and literatures of ayurveda, the concept of marma was limited to war, and were mainly considered as only fatal points. Trauma to them leads to deformity or even death. Different authorities of ayurveda mentioned 107 Marma points based on anatomical positions and different structures around them. Marma are seats of Prana (Vital points), they effect physical, mental, social, spiritual and health conditions of human beings. The flow of Prana or vital energy in the body maintains different physiological, mental and spiritual activities. If the flow of Prana or vital energy gets obstructed or blocked, the physiology is disturbed and pathology start developing. Marma points are stimulated by different techniques or methods, so by stimulations, Marma may be directed to remove blockages and stimulate Prana or energy flow thus resulting in a state of healthy body, mind and spirit. Marma Chikitsa is an instant, permanent, natural and non-invasive way of healing in present scenario. Marma Chikitsa had emerged as new dimensions in non- pharmacological treatment of Ayurveda. The health of the people reflects the social welfare parameters of anycivilized state. So, knowledge of Marma and Marma Chikitsa will be beneficial in maintenance of health and pre- vention from diseases.
It is said that there was nectar in the umbilicus of Ravana. Lord Rama fired an arrow into the umbilicus of Ravana causing his death. Lord Krishna was killed by the injury of an arrow, on the sole of his foot, thrown by a bird kill- er. As we know that Bhisma Pitamaha (of Mahabharata) was injured by a number of arrows pierced in his body but he lived with arrows for six months. It was only due to the safety of the vital Marma points.
Keywords: Marma, Marma Chikitsa, Prana
A CONCEPTUAL STUDY OF SNAYU W.S.R. TO ANKLE SPRAIN (GULPHA)
Authors: Saroj Archana , Kumar Arvind
Published: December 2021

In Ayurveda, the role of Acharya Sushruta is very important. Acharya Sushruta was not only one of the earliest pioneers of surgery in the world but also one among the earliest to study the human body. Acharya Sushruta was the first in the field of Ayurveda who has defined the clinical importance of structural components of the body like Asthi (Bones), Jala (plexus), Kurcha (brush like structure), Sira (vein), Dhamni (artery), Snayu, etc. Snayu is one of the important anatomical structures in the human body which is strong and holds all the joints for the purposeful function. Similar to Snayu, in modern anatomy, ligaments and tendons are described as human structures which are attached bone to bone and muscle to bone respectively. All the joints are bound together by Snayu. According to shape and location the Snayu are of four types: Pratanvati, Vritta, Sushira & Prithula. Snayu are very much similar to ligaments, so excessive stretching, tearing or injury to ligaments causes severe pain. Ligament injuries are the most common amongst the athletes or sports person. Common ligamental injuries are to the knee, ankle, wrist, thumb, neck or back ligament with ankle injury being the most common occurring injury.
Keywords: Snayu, Ligaments, Injuries.
A COMPARATIVE STUDY BETWEEN THE SHARIRA STHANA OF ASHTANGA SANGRAHA AND ASHTANGA HRIDAYA
Authors: Rajpuria Anitta , Shetty M.R. Sajjan , G.N. Kannoli , Rajpuria Varun
Published: December 2021

Background and Objectives: There are works which contain information on comparative study of Sutra Sthana of Ashtanga Sangraha and Ashtanga Hridaya but no specific work on comparative study between Sharira Sthana is done. This study is one such work which includes comparative study between concepts mentioned in Ashtanga Sangraha and Ashtanga Hridaya which will help to reveal the unique concepts of both treatise which is the most essential part of the research. Aim: To study Sharira Sthana of Ashtanga Sangraha and Ashtanga Hridaya for com- parative and literary purpose. Objectives: To study the basic concepts of Sharira sthana of Ashtanga sangraha and Ashtanga hridaya in the sequence of their chapters and mentioned concepts related with Sharira. To determinate similarities and differences between concepts of Sharira sthana of Ashtanga sangraha and Ashtanga hridaya and to find out the base and reason for considering similarities and differences. To present a hypothesis after studying, understanding, comparing and discussing the facts which will resolve the hidden ancient knowledge of Samhita. Methods: Collecting in sequential order of each chapter the concepts mentioned in Sharira sthana of Ashtanga Sangraha and Ashtanga Hridaya. Comparing in depth to find out the mentioned and not mentioned concepts between them and assessment of the reasons for the not mentioned concepts. Result: Result will be drawn on the basis of comparison. Conclusion: On the basis of result and mainly discussion, finally, the essence of this dissertation is enlightened, and conclusion will be drawn.
Keywords: Sharira, Sharira Sthana, Concepts, Ashtanga Sangraha, Ashtanga Hridaya.
CLASSICAL UTILITY OF PANCHATIKTA GUGGULU GHRITA IN ITS INDICATIONS- LITERARY REVIEW
Authors: B Karigar Shivananda
Published: December 2021

Sneha Kalpanas in Ayurvedic medicine are very effective and unique preparations. In classics, for single formula- tion many indications are stated. For same preparation, some of ingredients are altered in various Samhitas. For a single disease, exact same protocol of treatment cannot be followed. Because treatment protocol will be based on many factors, treatment has to be employed by looking into the involvement of Dosha, Dooshya (tissues) and based on the diseased condition of a patient. In such condition, Yukti (reasoning capacity) of a physician plays important role. Panchatikta Guggulu Ghrita (PTG Ghrita) is one unique formulation which has many indications stated in different Ayurvedic classics. The utility of this medicine can be made by looking into classics thoroughly and analyzing the condition of a patient. PTG Ghrita is indicated in almost all Dhatu and all Srotogata vyadhis (Systemic diseases). PTG Ghrita can be used as Sneha Drava, as a Shodhanaga sneha (oleation in purificatory therapies), as a Shamananga sneha (oleation in Palliative treatment) and also it can be used as Sneha Dravya in Basti dravya (drugs in Enema therapy).
Keywords: PTG Ghrita, Panchatikta Guggulu Ghrita, Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu, Asti-MajjagataVataVikara,
STUDY ON AGRYA AUSHADHI (FOREMOST SUBSTANCES) W.S.R TO CLINICAL PRACTICE IN AYURVEDA
Authors: Kiran Paudel , Aku Ramamurthy , Gaurav Sharma
Published: December 2021

In Āyurveda, Agrya Sangraha means collection of leading or principle substances. AgryaAusadhi in Ayurveda is used to prevent diseases and maintain health. Charak Samhitā Sutrasthāna includes 152 AgryaAushadhi, Astanga Hridayam Uttarsthān includes Agrya Aushadhi and in Astanga Sangraha Sutrasthāna AgryaSangraha. Agrya Dravyas are the drugs that are used as first drug choice for the treatment of diseases. They are cost effective, eco- nomical, easy to use and safe. EkalaDravya is the dravya used in single form and single drug is mostly includes in AgryaPrakarana. The AgryaDravya mentioned in classical texts of Āyurveda are best in their respective class of action. The fact that Agrya are best drugs can be deduced from the fact that a single drug can do many functions, so a single drug will work instead of prescribing a bunch of drugs e.g. Pippali Moola will work alone for Dipana, Pāchana and Anahaprasamana and thus, no need to prescribe three different drugs each for a desired action.
Keywords: Agrya, Dravyachikitshā, Aushadhi, EkalDravya
A ROLE OF AYURVEDIC MANAEGEMENT IN BLEPHAROSPASM w.s.r. NIMESHA - A CASE STUDY
Authors: Gupta Mukesh Kumar , Jain Anubha
Published: December 2021

Ayurveda can provide effective and harmless relief for certain diseases which sometimes can’t be cured with modern medicine. Nimesha is a condition, pertaining to Shalakya Tantra in which eye lids starts blinking involun- tary due to influence of Vata Dosha. In this condition patients can’t be able to focus things properly and having lots of discomfort. It can be correlated to blepharospasm i.e., an abnormal contraction of eye lid muscles, which is also refers to benign essential blepharospasm. It is thought to be rare, affecting about 16–133 cases per million. There is no cure for blepharospasm in modern practice. Generally, doctors inject botox injection into eyelid mus- cles which need to get injected in every 4-6 month, rather than permanent benefits it has lots of side effects like diplopia ectropion etc. Ayurveda can be useful in the treatment of blepharospasm and its complication that it is a Vataj Vyadhi all Vatashamak therapies could be effective for its treatment. A 61 years old male patient known case of bilateral blepharospasm was visited in OPD of Government Autonomous Dhanwantari Ayurveda Hospi- tal, Ujjain. He had complained of excessive blinking with tired eye muscles, heaviness around eyes, headache, anxiety and irritation etc. for 3 years. He was on regular allopathic medicine along with botox injection around each eye which is repeated in every 6 months, but after few shots of treatment pt. didn’t receive any benefits.Therefore, he came to us and after Ayurvedic treatment patient showed marked improvement in symptomatology, with limited abnormal eye lid movement and with negligible side effects. Here was 70% relief after Ayurvedic treatment.
Keyword: Ayurveda, Nimesha, Blepharospasm, Botox
EFFECT OF SATTVIK AHAR IN DEALING WITH ANXIETY
Authors: Bhasarkar Shraddha S. , Khandekar Vrushali , Jain Sumeeta
Published: December 2021

“Let food be thy medicine”- Hippocrates. Unfortunately, today’s world has adapted to a system of consumption of foods which has several adverse effects on health. In this pandemic era, everyone is preoccupied with a lot of stress leading to anxiety and anxiety disorders. Globalization and urbanization have greatly affected one’s eating habits. The increased consumption of junk foods and improper eating habits leads to mental stress and then further manifests in anxiety and depression. Hurry worry and curry then gives rise to heartburns, burping, constipation, bloating and everything in between. If you eat Satvik Ahar (food) you will be healthy, if you eat Rajasik, Tamasik Ahar (food) you will be unhealthy physically and mentally. So, it is of utmost importance to consume Satvik Ahar (food) and stay fit physically and mentally which helps in preventing anxiety. Matter was collected from virtual platforms like pubmed, research gate, google scholar etc. Samhitas and other ayurvedic texts were also studied. This study aims at explaining effect of Satvik Ahar (food) in dealing with anxiety.
Keywords: Satvik Ahar (food), anxiety, Rajasik Ahar, Tamasik Ahar.
A ROLE OF JALUAKAAVCHARANAAND NIMBA HARIDRACHOORNA LEPA IN TREATMENT OF INDRALUPTA - A CASE STUDY
Authors: Sejalgamit Sejalgamit
Published: December 2021

Hair is crowning glory and mark of identity of human being. Indralupata in modern science correlate with alopecia aereata. It is characterized by localised areas of non-scarring hair loss which can be co-related with indralupta. Due to side effects and limitation of contemporary science, some harmless and effective medicines are expected from alternative medical science. indralupta disease is described under heading of kshudraroga by sushruta, vagbhata etc.in modern science its main treatment is corticosteroids which is having harmful side effects and not advisable for long term use.so it is necessary to find better remedies .it can be easily fulfilled by Ayurveda. Here, a case of female patient suffering from indralupta was successfully treated with jaluaka and haridra and nimbalepa.
Keywords: kshudraroga, indralupta, jaluaka, haridra and nimbalepa
CONCEPT OF PATHYA AND APATHYA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO CURD - A REVIEW
Authors: B.V Priyanka , Joshi Abhijith , Adiga Manjunatha
Published: December 2021

The activities and the various food substances that are conducive to the Srotas (channels of the body) and mind are regarded as Pathya and those that are not conducive are regarded as Apathya. Pathya is also considered as synonymous to Chikitsa (treatment) according to Acharya Charaka. Other synonyms of Pathya are Satmya (habit) ,Swastha hitakara (Good for Health), Upshaya (palliative), Swavastha Paripaalaka (Maintains Health), Hita Ahara (Wholesome food), Swasthaaurjaskara (Promote health status) , Sharmakara (establish Health), Dhatu Avirodhi (Not against body tissue) and Dhatu Saamyakara (Establish normalcy of body tissue). Pathya word is indicative for both food and activity.
Dadhi (Curd) is considered as both Pathya and Apathya. Dadhi belongs to Amla Skanda (group of sour drugs) and it is one among the Vicitra Pratyarabdha Dravya (substances which does not act as per Rasa Panchaka); as these Dravyas are having the capability of producing both positive and negative impact on health.
Dadhi is Pathya in conditions like anorexia, intermittent fever, diarrhea, emaciation, rhinitis, Dry cough, Irritable bowel syndrome and hemorrhoids. Dadhi is indicated in intermittent fever, where pathogenesis occurs due to-Vata, Kapha as alone or Vatakapha. Dadhi is Apathya in Kustha, Visarpa, Prameha etc. In this paper an attempt is made to understand the concept of Pathya and Apathy by considering diet as curd.
Keywords: Dadhi, Curd, Ayurveda, Pathya, Apathya.
A REVIEW ON NUTRITIONAL VALUE AND THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES OF TILA (SESAMUM INDICUM)
Authors: (Holey) Anita Kale , Varade Shilpa A.
Published: December 2021

Tila (Sesamum indicum L.) consists of dried seeds of Sesamum indicum Linn. (Fam, Pedaliaceae), a rich source of edible oil. It is belonging to the family Pedaliaceaeis cultivated throughout the plains of India. Most of the oils used in Ayurvedic medicines has sesame oil as a base. Sesame was a major oilseed in the ancient world because of its ease of abstraction, its great stability, and its drought resistance. Sesame seeds have an excellent nutritional value. The seeds are especially high in copper, manganese, calcium, and magnesium. Tila is having Guru, Snigdha guna, madhu rasa, ushna veerya and having Madhur Vipak. The Bhavaprakasha Nighantu de- scribes three types of Tila seeds, viz., black, white and red. Black and white among white variety sesame seeds contain more quantity of lignin compounds. The black sesame seeds are rich in B vitamins and iron. It is also rich in calcium and zinc. These minerals help to support healthy bones, muscles, blood, and nervous system.
Keywords: Tila, Rasa, Veerya, Sesamum indicum, Sesame.
USHNODAKA AS A DAILY ROUTINE
Authors: Kurbet Shashikala , Kulkarni Pratibha
Published: December 2021

Ayurveda is the ‘science of life’ mainly aims at positive health by preventing a person from getting any disease as well as treat the diseased person. A balanced state of Tridosha, Dhatus, Mala, Agni etc helps to keep one’s life healthy. Any disturbances in these factors will leads to ill health. So, in present era we should plan accordingly and should follow strictly Dinacharya, Ritucharya, and Ratricharya to maintain the proper health. Ayurveda has de- scribed some rules for Ahara, Vihara and Jalasevana. Acharya Sushrutha told that the life of living creature is water itself. Water is one of the pancha mahabhuta which is vital for the creatures. Trishna is one among non-suppressible natural urge described in our science. Ayurveda recommends the intake of cold as well as warm water based on the body condition. Our Acharyas explained the benefits of Ushnambu, Shitambu, and their qualities, and we should consider the indications and contra indications of water to maintain the Avikrutavastha of Tridosha and Agni. ‘Ush- nodaka ‘means warm water but here water should be boiled properly not just heated. Generally, Udaka is used as Anupana for Ahara, but Ushnodaka has its own specialty as an Anupana for Ahara, for Aushadhi, and it can be used in particular Vyadhivastha. Thus, Ushnodaka plays an important role in Swastha Samrakshana as well as Vikara Prashamana. So here I made an attempt to discuss the importance of Ushnodaka as a daily routine.
Keywords: Ushnodaka, Swastha, Anupana, Jalasevana, Agni, Tridosha, Vyadhi, Daily routine.
OBSERVATIONAL CASE STUDIES OF GANGAJAL THERAPY
Authors: Bagdi Vandana Basant , Niwani Sunita Sunil , Jhunjhunwala Bharat
Published: December 2021

Vagbhat tells of beneficial properties of Gangajal. A number of recent studies have confirmed these special qualities of Ganga waters. We administered Gangajal to patients suffering from chronic upper- and lower respiratory tract infections and gastro-intestinal problems. Gangajal was collected from upper stretches of the Ganga. Before admin- istration, it was ensured that there was no bacterial or fungal contamination or turbidity in the water and that it was it was crystal clear with small amounts of sediments of the Ganga settled at the bottom. These sediments are sup- posed to contain large number of phages. The patient was asked not to remove the sediments. Gangajal was given three times a day—5 ml in morning and evening by nasal route through nebulizer and 10 ml orally in the afternoon to the patients. Patients were advised not to take any hot beverages within one hour of taking Gangajal. Regarding upper- and lower respiratory tracts, nose and nasal passages, patients got 70 percent relief from Gangajal. There is a strong likelihood that phages in-, or other qualities of Gangajal have anti-inflammatory (reduction in nasal mucosal edema) and antiallergic properties that helped beget relief to these patients suffering from chronic ailments. Re- garding gastro-intestinal diseases patients got partial relief. More elaborate and long studies are required for further confirmation of all above findings. If those are successful, we can consider Gangajal as an effective, natural, and cost-effective alternative form of therapy which is abundantly available.
Keywords: Ganga, phages, Upper respiratory tract, gastro-intestinal, joint pain.
A CASE STUDY ON MANAGEMENT OF ERYTHRODERMA
Authors: Mogasale Prasanna N , C Radhika. , S Nagaraj
Published: December 2021

Erythroderma also known as generalized Exfoliative dermatitis which refers to a scaling involving 90% or more of the cutaneous surface. Clinicians are challenged to find the cause of exfoliative dermatitis by eliciting history of illness prior to erythema. Patients presenting acutely with exfoliative dermatitis often require admission because their total body functions can require monitoring. In western medicine, the principle management is to maintain skin moisture, avoid scratching, apply topical steroids; prolonged glucocorticoids therapy often is needed. From Ayurvedic perspective it could be correlated to Eka Kusta. Eka Kusta is the Vata Kapha Pradhana Vikara. Where skin lesions are Mahavastu, Masthyashaklopamam, Krisha Aruna in Varna. Here presenting a case of 48 years old female with erythroderma who was on long- term steroidal therapy. Treatment was planned with Shamana line of management based on her Bala. The treatment is carried out for one and half month in OPD and IPD section, all the western medicine was stopped and there was total remission of symptoms with Shamana Aushadhis.
Keywords: Erythroderma, Eka Kusta, Shamana Aushadhis
A CRITICAL UNDERSTANDING OF PCOS AND ITS EFFECTIVE AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT- A CASE STUDY
Authors: Joshi Vaishnavi Vinayak
Published: December 2021

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is the most common endocrine disorder in India. It causes due to hormonal imbal- ance, there are enlarged ovaries with small cysts on the outer edge. Basically, cysts are formed due to thickening of tunica albugenia. In this syndrome there is a combination of excess of androgen and ovarian dysfunction. An etiology of syndrome remains largely unknown. It might be disorder with strong environmental influence, includ- ing diet, lifestyle, lack of exercise and heredity. While considering Ayurvedic perspectives, one should understand concept of Jathragni mandya as well as Dhatvagni mandya. It occurs due to defective Rutu, Kshetra, Ambu and Beeja. PCOS may occurs due to Santarpanjanya hetu or sometimes due to Apatarpanjanya hetu. Principle of treatment is based upon Hetu Sevana and either Stotorodhjanya samprapti or Dhatukshayajanya samprapti. According to Acharya kashyap it can be compared with Pushpaghni and Revati.
Keywords: PCOS, PCOD, Dhatvagnimandya, Pradar.
A CASE STUDY ON MANAGEMENT OF KELOID WITH VIRECHANA
Authors: Anilkumar Ashwini , Veerakumara Veerakumara , Nishanth Nishanth , Kamath Shrilatha
Published: December 2021

Keloid refers to irregularly shaped, thickened, firm, hypertrophic, pink or red lesion associated with tenderness, pain and pruritis which is generally due to fibroblast dysfunction. Wound healing is a complex process involving fibroblasts, profibroblast along with overproduction of type 1 procollagen which takes about 3 months to one year for its manifestation. Where the skin restores the lost tissues by scar formation and the new cell is supplied by new vasculature and incorporates new connective tissues. There is a change in the organization of the components from that of the dermis. Some develop it more often due to preceding injury, skin trauma, due to acne, folliculitis, burns, body piercings, surgical wounds or sometimes without a cause and this deregulation makes it difficult to cure and is associated with high rate of recurrence. Normal scars seem to have negative feedback mechanism where the fibroblasts are mobilized to repair their cutaneous defect. This negative feedback mechanism is defective in keloid formation. It has an effect on the aesthetic beauty concept which can create a mental agony too. Thus, keeping the versatility of Shodhana (purificatory measure) in mind, an attempt was done to manage the condition with Shodhana and marked changes were noted in the condition.
Keywords: Keloid, Vrana granthi, Shodhana,
AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF KITIBHA KUSHTA W.S.R TO PSORIASIS – A SUCCESSFUL CASE STUDY
Authors: Shwetambika Shwetambika , Borannavar Shaila , Desai Ananta S
Published: December 2021

Skin being the largest organ of the body is the reason behind the beauty and cause for confidence. Chronic skin conditions adversely affect one’s physical, functional and emotional wellbeing, thereby causing negative impact on one’s own quality of life. Due to altered lifestyle, lack of physical exercise, unhygienic, mental stress, overeating, nutrition deficiency, skin diseases are commonly observed. WHO has classified skin diseases as a Psycho-cutaneous disease. Materials & Methods 29 year old male was diagnosed with a KitibhaKushta with a clinical feature of flaky reddish white elevated skin lesions over a B/L lower limb associated with severe itching sensation and peeling of the skin since 4 years, has been treated with classical Virechanakarma (Purgation) along with Shamanaushadhis (Oral medicines). Results: After the course of treatment the patient noticed significant relief in signs and symptoms and worth documenting. Conclusion: Kitibha Kushta though it is difficult to manage, but if proper diagnosis is made at proper time many complication can be avoided. In this case study, we found significant results in signs and symptoms with Virechana followed by Shamanoushadhi and Rasayana karma. By this we conclude that various Panchakarma procedures especially Virechana Karma and internal medicines can be the best option in its management.
Keywords: Virechana Karma, Kitibha Kushta, Psoriasis
Atașamentul securizant ca resursă a competenței parentale
Authors: Gavriliţă Lucia
Published: December 2021

This study represents a system of experiments and data accompanied by scientifi c and methodological interpretations, of attachment patterns. Secure attachment is considered by many authors to be a source of parental competence. These quintessences express both, the conception of parental education and their attitude towards the typical child or the child with disabilities. Studies show that some parents adapt better than others to the child’s particularities. The family, specifi cally, off ers the child the climate of emotional security and is the fi rst social group in which the child practices social behaviors and discovers himself.
Perspectiva sociometrică în abordarea stimei de sine a elevului victimă a bullying-ului școlar
Authors: Popa Rodica
Published: December 2021

In this study we applied the sociometric research technique of the student class to identify the sociometric status of students characterized as victims of bullying. The sociometric position and the perception of the bullying victim status were tested by applying the sociometric test on a sample of 31 students in a humanities class (11th) of a high school in Brăila, Romania. The results of the self-esteem measuring instrument were also used by applying the Rosenberg technique. The results of the study showed that there was a visible difference between the rejected number 6 (Isp = 0.4), for which 2 votes and 14 rejections were expressed and the rejected number 2, chosen by 3 colleagues and rejected by 4 (Isp = -0.03). Also, the grouping of those with Isp = 0 in the category of the indi ff erent ones
Dezvoltarea preșcolarilor în era socializării digitale
Authors: Coman Liliana
Published: December 2021

The article highlights the development trends of preschool children, associated with the characteristics of modern socialization. Today, the process of including the child in culture has a number of specifi c features. An adult ceases to be a unique carrier of culture for the child, the eff ectiveness of traditional parenting and teaching practices becomes ambiguous, decreases the intensity of communication between a child with adults and other children. One of the reasons for these changes is the rapid introduction of digital technologies into the child’s daily life: the Internet, the computer, the tablet, the phone and other gadgets that a preschooler often masters better than his parents. Gadgets become not only a toy, but also a means of socializing. To defi ne and describe the new facet of the child’s socialization, the term „digital socialization” is used, which is characterized by the following: children’s use of an arsenal of high-tech digital technology, the duration of a child’s presence in the online space, an increase in the risks associated with the online environment, an increase in children’s technical literacy compared to their parents, a decrease of the universality of the adult’s fi gure and its role in the parent-child relationship, etc.
Investigation of bank employees job satisfaction problems
Authors: Türüt Ibrahim
Published: December 2021

Competition in the world market in many sectors of economy leads companies to pursue diff erent strategies. One of the business strategies is the effi cient use of resources. The most important source of business is the employees who are the human factor. Poor employee performance aff ects the success of a company or a bank. High employee performance depends on many factors. One of the most important factors that aff ects an employee’s performance may be the job dissatisfaction. The employees are not satisfi ed with the work of people in the organizational structure of the company, management style, customer relationship. The research topic is to examine the issue of bank employee satisfaction, providing general information on the research topic. Relevant examples are provided in the paper for the subject of the study and recommendations are given for raising the job satisfaction of the bank’s employees.
Covid-19 Sürecinde Kimya Öğretmenlerinin Derslerinde Deneysel Çalışmalara Yer Verme Durumunun İncelenmesi
Authors: NAKİBOĞLU Canan
Published: December 2021

Bu çalışmada kimya öğretmenlerinin Covid-19 sürecinde derslerinde deneysel çalışmalara yer verip vermedikleri ve yer verilmediyse bunun nedenlerinin derinlemesine incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Çalışmaya Türkiye’nin farklı illerinde görev yapan 36 kadın ve 11 erkek olmak üzere toplam 47 kimya öğretmeni katılmıştır. Çalışmada veri toplamak üzere geliştirilen bir Google form veri toplama aracı olarak kullanılmıştır. Çalışmada, çalışma grubunda yer alan öğretmenlerin %64’ünün uzaktan eğitim sürecinde derslerinde deneysel çalışmaya yer vermedikleri ve deneysel çalışmalara yer vermeme nedenlerinin, ortam uygunsuzluğu, öğrenci odaklı nedenler, program odaklı nedenler, sınav odaklı nedenler, kişisel nedenler ve teknik nedenler olmak üzere altı başlık altında toplandığı sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Öğretmenlerin %72’sinin OGM materyal sitesinde yer alan etkileşimli deney videolarından haberdar oldukları belirlenirken, kimya öğretmenlerinin %66’sının bu deney videolarını inceledikleri belirlenmiştir. Deneyleri inceleyen öğretmenlerin önemli bir kısmı videoları yararlı, öğrenci seviyesine uygun ve öğrenmeye katkı sağlayabilecek olduğunu belirtirken öğretmenlerin az bir kısmı videoların sayısal anlamda yetersiz olduğunu düşündüğü sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Çalışmada ulaşılan diğer bir sonuç, çalışmaya katılan kimya öğretmenlerinin büyük bir kısmının uzaktan eğitim sürecinde deneysel çalışmaları derslerde nasıl kullanacaklarına yönelik bir eğitim almak istedikleri şeklindedir. Çalışma sonunda kimya öğretmenleri için bu tür bir eğitimin nasıl olması gerektiği konusunda ve kimya öğretmen yetiştirilmesine yönelik önerilere yer verilmiştir. Böylece çalışma sonuçları, hem olası bir uzaktan eğitim planlaması durumunda deneysel çalışmalar konusunda neler yapılabileceği hem de laboratuvar imkânı olmayan okullarda görev yapan öğretmenlere yol gösterici olunabilir.
La pobreza monetaria y el ciclo del crecimiento económico de la Región Huánuco, 2009-2018
Authors: Cuadros-Ojeda Víctor P. , Céspedes-Aguirre Lourdes L. , Tello-Cornejo Janeth L. , Martel-Carranza Christian P. , Narvaez del Aguila Miguel B.
Published: December 2021

Objetivo. El crecimiento económico y la pobreza monetaria son variables económicas muy importantes para la toma de decisiones en la política pública, ya que permiten mejorar el bienestar de los habitantes de un país, por lo que el trabajo de investigación estableció como objetivo determinar la relación entre estas dos variables para el departamento de Huánuco en el período 2009 a 2018. Métodos. El enfoque de la investigación fue cuantitativo, de tipo aplicado y diseño descriptivo correlacional. La población y muestra estuvieron conformadas por los habitantes del Departamento de Huánuco, cuyos datos fueron extraídos de las encuestas realizadas por el Instituto Nacional de Estadística e Informática, de 2009 a 2018, y el Banco Central de Reserva del Perú. Resultados. Los resultados arrojaron que existe una relación negativa y promedio entre las variables crecimiento económico y pobreza monetaria (-0,408). Conclusión. Se concluyó que la relación entre crecimiento económico y pobreza monetaria en el Departamento de Huánuco no es significativa.