Day 2 :
Keynote Forum
Abhishek Joshi
Universitas Hindu, Indonesia
Keynote: A systematic review on efficacy of herbal Ayurveda medicines in paediatric respiratory disorders and related immunology
Time : 09:00 - 09:45
Biography:
Abhishek Joshi His research on malnutrition and respiratory immunology were highly appreciated. He has taught and practiced Ayurveda in India and Indonesia. He was appointed as Chair of Ayurveda at a young age of 30 years in a 53-year-old university in Bali, Indonesia in 2014. He is working on introducing Ayurveda education and clinical practice in Bali, Indonesia. He has presented Ayurveda at many national and international seminars. His research works are published in many research journals. With vast clinical experience spreading across clients from various countries, he is one of the most insightful practitioners and teacher.
Abstract:
The dimensions of health are always changing. It is a well-known fact that children undergo frequent episodes of respiratory tract infections. Due to specific anatomical and physiological peculiarities and immature immune responses children become more susceptible to respiratory infections. The respiratory system is most vulnerable to infections and considered as the prime victim of hypersensitization in most of the circumstances. Respiratory Tract Infections (RTI) accounting 50% of patients attending pediatric OPD in developing and even developed countries of the world. It will be quite interesting to note that child between four to eight years of age is known as a catarrhal child which itself indicate the prevalence of the same among this particular age group. On the other hand, deterioration of immunity in the human population particularly in children is the subject of concern in the present era. That is primarily because of changing lifestyle, food habits more than that deviation from the ethics of medical practice. A study report clearly indicates as many as 10 million antibiotic prescriptions per year are directed toward respiratory conditions for which they are unlikely to provide benefit. Such non-judicious use of antibiotics and corticosteroids in contemporary system of medicine has led to the iatrogenic suppression of host immunity and birth of multi-drug resistant traits of pathogens. This phenomenon, in turn, results in the recurrence of RTI. The conventional system of medicines has many limitations in preventing RTI and this is one of the potential windows for Ayurvedic herbal therapeutic intervention. Ayurveda has many drugs that act on complaints of the respiratory system and are immunomodulators as well, which are proven for their efficacy in the respiratory system and are immunomodulation. Elaborately under the concepts of Kasa, Vyadhikshamtva, Ojas, and Rasayana.
- Medicinal Practices | Traditional Medicine | Cupping Therapy | Chinese Medicine
Location: Conference Hall
Chair
Chye-Tee GOH
NTU Chinese Medicine Clinic, Singapore
Session Introduction
Md Obiedullah Baig
Dr. Baig's Unani Herbal Clinic, India
Title: Theoritical and practical importance of Hijamah (Cupping Therapy)
Time : 10:30 - 11:00
Biography:
Md Obiedullah Baig has completed her Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS) from Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, India. He has completed his Post Graduate Diploma in Herbal Biotechnology from the University of Madras, MD from Indian Institute of Alternative Medicine & Research Centre, India. He is the Chief Editor of Dr Baigs Advance Unani magazine.
Abstract:
Hijamah (cupping) comes from the original Arabic word “Al- hajm”, which means to restore to original size or to diminish in volume and to suck. Cupping (Hijamah) is the process of applying cups to various points on the body by removing the air inside the cups to form a vacuum. It is used for the action of draining the breast when an infant sucks the breast. In Hijamah blood is sucked after applying cup to specific areas of the body. Cupping (Hijamah) was also known as Seenghi Lagwana as in ancient times, hollow horns were used as cupping instruments for Hijamah. In Urdu language the horns are known as Seengh. The earliest record of cupping is in Ebers Papyrus, one of the oldest medical textbooks in the world (1,550 BC) It is believed that the practice dates back from 3000 BC. In ancient Greece, Galen and Hippocrates (C. 460 - C. 370 BCE) also greatly advocated cupping. In Egypt cupping was the remedy not only for every type of disease but also for preserving. The earliest cupping instruments were hollowed horns of animals. The older cups have now been replaced by modern sophisticated electrical and mechanized suction cup which is known as the symbol of medicine. Findings of experts suggested that cupping is effective for pain, inflammations, musculoskeletal disorders, visceral dysfunctions, gynecological, neurological diseases etc. Different aspects of cupping Hijamah like introduction, terms, geographical growth, classification and types, material and method, mechanism, mode of action as per Unani system of medicine significance of lunar dates and sunnah points, local injury effect, inflammatory effect, role of WBC's, role of epidermal growth factor, indications, precautions, and complications etc.
Abudul Khader
Abhi Ayur Holistic Health Care and Research Center, India
Title: A critical and compatable approach to cancer through ayurvedic and yoga treatment modalities
Time : 11:00 - 11:30
Biography:
Abdul Khader has 13 years of academic knowledge with Holistic medicine. He is the Founder and Medical Director of Abhi Ayur Holistic Health Care and Research Center, Bangalore, India.
Abstract:
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the world. The burden of cancer is believed to be doubled by 2020 and nearly triple by 2030. The word cancer came from a Greek words Karkinos to describe carcinoma tumors by a physician Hippocrates (460-370 BC). Cancer later defined as normal cells in a particular part of the body begin to grow out of control. All types of cancer cells continue to grow, divide and re-divide instead of dying and form new abnormal cells. Some types of cancer cells often travel to other parts of the body through blood circulation or lymph vessels (metastasis), where they begin to grow cancer long-term survivors, have poor health outcomes than individuals without cancer, obesity, poor dietary choices, inactivity and continued smoking have shown negative outcomes in cancer survivors. Cancer is usually treated by precision medicine, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, hormone therapy and stem cell transplantation. Side effects of chemotherapy are: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, alopecia, constipation, etc. whereas radiation therapy can produce systemic side effects such as fatigue, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, alteration in the taste, sleep disturbance, headache, dry skin, constipation etc. Late complications of these therapies also include pharyngitis, esophagitis, laryngitis, persistent dysphagia, fatigue, hepatotoxicity, infertility and cognitive deficits. These side effects have a disturbing effect on the quality of life of cancer patients. Cancer patients, who are suffering with this disease and effected by the harmful side effects from chemotherapeutic drugs are looking back to natural remedies hoping for a better cure. Natural therapies such as Ayurveda, ancient science of life make use of herbal products, herbo-mineral products in cancer treatment to ward off the harmful side effects of chemo and radiotherapy, adjuvant to improve the quality of life. The Rasayana improves the quality of life, if taken as adjuvant along with chemo or radiotherapy. Some of our drugs and preparations such as amritaprasham, ashwagandha rasayana, brahma rasayana, chyavanprasha, narasimharasayana, and triphalachurna were found to be radio-protective in cancer treatment. Even though not authenticated by research, the ancient knowledge of holistic Ayurvedic medicine immersed in wisdom of nature may one day bring an end to suffering.
Keerti C Unakall
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, India
Title: Ollekudi: Memecylon malabarica Cogn – Comprehensive approach to a folklore herb
Time : 11:30-12:00
Biography:
Keerti C Unakall is an Academician and a Consultant. She works in the organization affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in Bangalore, India.
Abstract:
We live in the time of Renaissance. Old values, ancient traditions and logical concepts throw light on the new path we are walking on. Newer drugs with varied properties have been embraced all along the time. Irrespective of the region, the society is benefited by the contribution of varied class of people in the field of medicine. One such valuable source is the folk community, where the contribution is of great worth. Memecylon malabarica Cogn is a commonly available plant in the Western Ghats of India. It is well known for its bitterness and has been used by various folk practitioners in various ailments like worm infestation, Herpes, DM, etc. It is a known fact that the plants available in the vicinity are much beneficial in the management of the diseases especially of that region. There are no of regional works, which describe the use of plants in different eco-systems, this shows the focus on the local flora and diversity and this becomes the larger part of plant information which is preserved through the oral tradition. This belief helped to conduct the study using the very local drug - Ollekudi. Fatty oils, resin, mucilage, protein compounds, essential oils are few chemical components of this plant. The essential oil obtained from the seed is colorless or pale yellow with a strong odor and flavor of the fruit. Pharmacologically it is proven that the ethanol extract of the fruit is spasmolytic. Essential oils from the fruit are anti-bacterial and larvicidal. Essential oils from seeds are antifungal and anti-microbial. With these facts in front the tender leaves of the drug were used in the experimental study to evaluate for anti-spasmodic, analgesic activity and a clinical study in primary dysmenorrhea.
K Harshavardhan Appaji
S V Ayurveda Medical College, India
Title: A Comparative clinical study of the effect of Maha Vajraka Ghritam as Nasya and Virecana in the management of Kitibha Kusta to Psoriasis Vulgaris
Time : 12:00-12:30
Biography:
K Harshavardhan Appaji has been a dedicated Ayurvedic Physician Consultant, Panchakarma Specialist, Educator and Teacher for over 17 years. He began his nine-year course of study in Ayurveda at Dr. N.T.R University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, where he earned his BAMS and continued his post-graduation studies at University of Kerala, Trivandrum, Kerala, India.
Abstract:
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder clinically characterized by erythematous sharply demarcated papules and rounded plaques covered by silvery micaceous scale. In India, the prevalence of Psoriasis is found between 0.44% to 2.8% and between 1 and 3% of world population. The disease has been found to be of greater frequency in males than in females. In modern medicine, Psoriasis can be managed with the medicines like corticosteroids, methotrexate having toxic side effects like teratogenicity. Hyperlipidemic effect, hepatotoxicity, bone toxicity and PUVA treatment have side effects like skin-cancer, cataract, xeroderma, etc. So, there is a need of exploring a safe and effective medicine. Therefore, the Ä€yurvedic therapeutics has attracted considerable glamour for providing safe and effective remedies. The present study is planned with role of Virecana and Nasya with MahÄ Vajraka Ghrita in Kitibha KuÅŸÅ£a. VÄghbaÅ£a mentioned KuÅŸÅ£a as an indication of Virecana karma (purgation therapy) and indicated Maha Vairaka Ghrtam for Virecana in kuÅŸÅ£a. The materials used are Go-ghritam for sneha pÄnam and MahÄ Vajraka Ghritam for Virecana and Nasya. The patients who have attended the OPD and IPD of the Panchakarma Department of S.V. Ayurvedic Hospital, Tirupati between 18 to 60 years of age having the complaints of psoriasis symptoms are screened. Out of the 64 screened patients, total 30 patients are randomly allocated into two groups, Group-A and another Group-B. Significant improvement was found in both groups, more in Virecana with Go-ghrita Sneha panam compare to Nasyam. No notable adverse or side effects were encountered during this treatment period. After Virecana karma Pasi score it is improved by 48.50% and on 45th day improved by 63.63% in comparison to 0th day, which is extremely significant. After 14 days of Nasya karma Pasi score the improved by 47.20% and on 45th day improved by 61.12% in comparison to 0th day, which is also extremely significant. After Virecana karma the DLQI is improved by 67.04% and on 45th day improved by 97.72% in comparison to 0th day, which is extremely significant. After 14 days of Nasya karma the DLQI improved by 47.04% and on 45th day improved by 76.49% in comparison to 0th day, which is also extremely significant.
Meenal Deepak Lad
PDEA’s College of Ayurveda and Research Center, India
Title: Medhya rasayana- A critical review from Ayurveda
Time : 12:30-13:00
Biography:
Dr. Meenal Deepak Lad has completed her Ph.D. from Pune university in 2005the has published more than 30 research papers in peer-reviewed international journals. She is currently working as Professor and HOD of Dravyaguna Vigyan at PDEA’s College of Ayurved, Pune, India. She is working in the field of Academics as well as practitioner in Ayurveda for 28 years. she is postgraduate and PhD guide in the field of Ayurved. She is practising pure Ayurveda since 1990 to till date.
Abstract:
According to Ayurveda , Health is a well being of physical as well as Mental condition, it also describes preventive measures of physical as well as Mental disorders. Ayurveda is the science which has described Mind- Memory- Soul- Indriya is dependent on each other. Inputs received by Panch Dnynanendriyas are stored in the form of Memory and Recall at proper time. When Atma, Mann, Indriya, vishaya, they established a kind of co-ordinations and rise to knowledge about that subjects or the subject. As per Modern science, Memory is our ability to encode, store, retain, and recall information from our past experiences. Drugs, diet, and regimens, which promote longevity by delaying aging and preventing diseases, are called Rasayana. Rasayana therapy is not a simple drug therapy but is a specialized therapeutic procedure implicating the fundamental concept of. It may lead to Comprehensive clinical effects designated as Vaya Sthapana, Ayushkara, Medhakara, Balakara and Jara Vyadhi Nashana effects. Medhya Rasayana promotes medha. This review suggests that Medha is an ability which co-ordinates sense organs, mind, intellect and motor organs. Medhya Rasayana, therefore, strengthens the functions of all these factors.
Srikanth Babu Perugu
Dr B R K R Govt Ayurvedic Medical College, India
Title: Workshop: Clinical approach to trichology and Ayurveda
Time : 14:00 - 15:30
Biography:
Srikanth Babu Perugu is working as a Professor in Department of Kayachikitsa in Dr. B.R.K.R. Government Ayurvedic College, Hyderabad, India.
Abstract:
Trichology is a science of human hair and scalp. Ayurveda being a time tested and time trusted system of medicine has narrated more details about hair and scalp and possible diseases and their prevention and managements. Hair has more antiquity for cosmetic, esthetic, and medical reasons. Trichology has more popularity and involving trading and commerce into it. Hair oils, shampoos, combs, hair driers, dye, likewise many are there to prove its importance for current society. skin performs many activities like thermoregulation., protection, cytokines synthesis, pigmentation ,important among them is it helps in Vitamin D3 synthesis. Hair has a great place in Ayurveda . Hair is a Pitruja bhava, contributes as sroto mula, and roga marga. It’s a Rasapradodoshaj and Asti pradoshaja and contributes for one set of Asta Nindita Purusha. Distribution of hair on human is swabhavaj. Kesha is Asti mala, Smasru is Shukra mala. Ayurveda mentions about major hair present on humans as kesha, loma, roma, smasru, karna kesha, nasa kesha, and provided details like roma sanjanan and roma stan. Hair distribution is Swabhavaj. On scalp around 1,00,000 follicles, on face 5,00,000 on body 10 million follicles are present. It they are totally absent then called as aloma and present in excess is Atiloma, one pair of Asta Nindita Purusha.
Ayurveda mention 30,956 Roma kupas are present and Drishti and Roma kupa can not be increased in number after birth. This is one of the potential area for research.
This shows the great concern of Ayurveda to provide good quality of wanted hair and removal of any unwanted hair with safety as primary concern. Hair nutrition and versatility of hair complaints like
- Khalitya fall of hair from scalp,
- Indralupta,fall of hair from beard,
- Ruhya , fall of hair from body,
- Dharunaka, Difflivium folliculorum,
- Arumshika, and Irivellika , infective conditions of scalp,
- Weathering of hair
- Fractured tips,
- Pressure Alpoacia, Traction Alopecia.etc.
Jyothir Vishnu Bharadwaja Perugu
College of Medical Sciences Bharatpur, Nepal
Title: Re-engineering of sound for clinical application in mental well being
Time : 15:30-15:45
Biography:
Jyothir Vishnu Bharadwaja Perugu is currently MBBS student of College of Medical Sciences, Bharatpur, Nepal.
Abstract:
Since time immortal sound has various effects on life forms. Various forms of music have been observed to stimulate neuro chemical reactions involving dopamine, serotonin, GABA and adrenaline. Such effects of music are used by people in relieving stress, anxiety and also emotional pain. Application of sound and music in diagnostic and therapeutic aspect is not a new thing in modern medicine. Ultrasound is commonly used as imaging tool and also applied in pain reliving by physiotherapists. Though less known it is used to make pores in cell membranes and applied in drug delivery (sonoporation). But certain very specific and advanced applications of sounds like neurologic sound therapy is used in regulating cognition and also known to have ability to communicate with brain in its own sensory language which helps in treatment of stroke and also revive motor functions to certain level. Currently various methods are used to alter brain function for therapeutic purposes like Nordroff robin’s method, Bonny method, Dalcroze eurhythmics, Vibration acoustic therapy. As an ancient practice in India rhythmic repetition of shlokas was used as an oral method of learning and also observed lyrics of songs are retained for longer and easily recapitulated with music. Possible applications of such an action are also discussed. This study will have specific focus on various techniques and its efficacy as curative, supportive and regenerative therapy in accordance with certain motor disorders, depression, learning disabilities and developmental troubles, anxiety disorder, stress, PTSD and pain.
- Korean Medicine, Unani Medicine, Physiotherapy, Ayurvedic Medicine
Location: Conference Hall
Chair
Srikanth Babu Perugu
Dr B R K R Govt Ayurvedic Medical College, India
Session Introduction
Chiti Parikh
Weill Cornell Medical College, USA
Title: Incorporation of holistic medicine into academic healthcare setting
Time : 09:45 - 10:15
Biography:
Chiti Parikh is board certified in Internal and Integrative Medicine with additional training in Functional Medicine, Ayurveda and Acupuncture. She is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical School where she plays an active role in clinical care, education and research. She co-founded the Integrative Health and Well Being Program at New York Presbyterian Hospital, USA.
Abstract:
An integrated care model combines evidence based conventional medical approach with holistic modalities to address not just the physical symptoms but also the psychological, social, spiritual and environmental influences on health and wellbeing. Three years ago, we created the Intgerative Health and Wellbeing program to bring evidence based holistic modalities into academic healthcare setting. When we began this venture, we took a great deal of time to learn how others had developed and sustained similar programs. We visited established Integrative Health programs around the country and met with leaders in the field and who are actively expanding the footprint of the integrative approach in the U.S. and globally. We thought it equally important to understand our own institution and the patients we would soon serve. Through our process of discovery, we applied what we had learned into a new model and launched The Integrative Health and Wellbeing Program at New York Presbyterian Hospital in 2015. This program offers services such as physician consultation, nutrition, psychotherapy, Ayurveda, functional medicine, acupuncture, meditation, yoga, Reiki and Pilates. These services are offered alongside conventional medical plan in a team based approach. There are several elements that have been integral to our early success: stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, organizational structure and operations, marketing and communications, building performance metrics, and building our team. We would like to share some of these lessons we have learned along the way. We hope this knowledge can help other clinicians and healthcare institutions create successful and sustainable programs by embracing a more holistic care approach to care.
Srikanth Babu Perugu
Dr. B R K R Government Ayurvedic College, India
Title: IVDP-Inter Vertebral Disc Prolapse – An innovative line of management derived from Ayurveda principles- A clinical study
Time : 10:45-11:15
Biography:
Srikanth Babu Perugu is working as a Professor in Department of Kayachikitsa in Dr. B.R.K.R. Government Ayurvedic College, Hyderabad, India.
Abstract:
Low backache is a very commonly encountered clinical condition for many clinicians. Very commonly observed cause of such cases is Intervertebral Disc Prolapse (IDP) into various gradations. In Government hospitals, I decided to look for an economic and effective remedy for such common problem from all required agencies and initiated our clinical work, administered a special combination of medicine by Ano -rectal route, which is popularly called as Basti in Ayurveda. Using this modality, I made a special combination of medicated oil (a special preparation) added with some specially processed calcium product. This is a special procedure – patient is allowed to be on table in left lateral position. After asking him to take deep breath to pronounce numbers in one sequence to make him free from all muscle spasms. Then a judiciously made special combination of Medicated oil added with a special calcium supplement is administered through Ano-rectal route by a special procedure carefully adapting the pre operative, operative and post operative protocols.(A completely non surgical procedure). We will allow patient to minimal amount of movements. This particular treatment modality is administered continuously for (07) days. In 2 to 3 cycles of treatment, patient improves much on his complaints. And when oral medications, responds very significantly allotted a dissertation work on this subject to one of my Post Graduate scholar and collected data properly for sharing on medical platforms. The study gave us much encouraging results. Pain and stiffness, restricted movements are significantly reduced and Quality of life improved remarkably.
Rachana Bajpai
Aristae Clinic, India
Title: Immunity and its relationship with alternative treatments Azadirachata indica (Neem)
Time : 11:15-11:45
Biography:
Abstract:
The safe structure is the champion among the most complex systems of the body. Immunity is the limit of the human body to react to remote antigen and slaughter it. Innate safe response does not have immunologic memory, whereas adaptive immunity, on the other hand, is antigen ward and antigen specific. The biochemical part of innate immunity fuse supplement system, lysosomes and interferons. Role of supplements in innate immunity is comprised of nine proteins (C1-C9), which are a part of fragments and actuation. Adaptive immunity acts when innate immunity is inadequate in discarding specific pathogens and pathogen specific cells. The adaptive resistance contains two-fold limbs of cell and humoral immunity. IgG, IgA, IgM and IgD are the immunoglobins against various pathogenesis and pollutions in different concentrations in blood, protection against maladies. Bone marrow is the major hematopoietic organ and fundamental lymphoid organ; it is a site of cell duplication and maturation. Adaptive immunity is envisioned to update body’s resistance against insusceptible framework ailments and tumors too. In sound individuals the immunostimulants are required to fill in as prophylactic or promotive expert, i.e. enhancing the basal level of safe response through Azadirachta indica (Neem) Kingdom: Plantae, Division: Mangnoliophyta, Order: Sapindales Family: Maliaceae Genus: Azadirachta indica. Neem is comprehensively discovered all through the country. Biomedical research has revealed that neem is antagonistic to human immune deficiency disease. Strength of neem as, immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, anti-hyper glycemic, antiulcer, antimalarial, antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral, antioxidant, antimutagenic and anticarcinogenic properties. Thus summarizing, the wide range of pharmacological contribution of neem plant. Its focus engages phagocytic activity and antigen acquainting limit with macrophages. It engages cytokines in this manner, the sheltered structure. It vivifies IL-I, TNF-α, IFN-ϒ reflecting start of Th1 sort of response. It in the right manner updates balancing specialist titer.
Abudul Khader
Abhi Ayur Holistic Health Care and Research Center, India
Title: Workshop: Infective skin disorders acute management through Ayurvedic medicine-Case study
Time : 11:45-13:00
Biography:
Abdul Khader has 13 years of academic knowledge with Holistic medicine. He is the Founder and Medical Director of Abhi Ayur Holistic Health Care and Research Center, Bangalore, India.
Abstract:
Infective skin disease - inflamatory bullous eruptions are a group of rare, acquired disorders characterized by overlapping features, resistance to treatment, and bothersome with toxic symptoms. They need quick and proper management to avoid complications. Ayurveda is found to provide better relief in skin disorders. Herein, we report a 52‑year‑old female of infective bullous skin disorder ?(Visphoá¹aka) which was subsequently treated with Ayurvedic medicines and achieved complete remission.
Case study-
- Chandrika aged about 52 yrs female home maker, 18-7-18, reddish discolouration on b/l fore hands along with bullous eruption,itching,pus discharge,burning sensation,pain with swelling and fever since 5 days
- A 52 year old, non-diabetic Female patient, working as home maker was presented with 5 days history of persistent extensive redness, severe pain, burning, non foul smelling, serous oozing from lesions and disturbed sleep.The clinical signs and symptoms like erythema, urticaria surrounding the bullae, tense bullae and settled hemorrhagic blisters(?bullous pemphigoid-epidermolysis bullosa -cellulitis)
- H/o cervical spondylsis,obesity,giddiness,vomiting,tastelessness since 6 months it was treated symptomatically with ayurvedic treatments.
Conclusion:- treating skin diseases in acute condition is not easy task ,right anyalsis at right time,herbomineral medicines has capacity to combat acute skin manifestations.
Vishakha Rajesh Wetal
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, India
Title: Instant analgesia through Viddha, a non pharmacological, cost effective local therapy of Ayurveda (An Indian System of Medicine) in Knee Osteoarthritis (OA)
Time : 14:00-14:30
Biography:
Vishakha Rajesh Wetal is a expertise of Ayurveda, from Pune University with specialty in Panchakarma. She is a Clinician and Academician and possesses 17 years of clinical, 11 years undergraduate and 8 years post-graduate teaching experience.
Abstract:
According to the arthritis Foundation, one in every two will develop symptoms of knee Osteoarthritis (OA) during their lives. One of the primary symptoms of persons with knee osteoarthritis is pain. Severity of the joint pain can vary from a minor ache to a severe and disabling pain accompanied by difficulty in walking due to instability of the knee. Due to the fact that OA is affecting millions worldwide and is often a progressive and irreversible degenerative process, functional improvement and pain control are reasonable treatment goals. Also measures need to be developed to prevent early progression of the disease. Currently the annually estimated cost per year to treat OA ranges from $15.5 to $26.6 billion, with some researchers estimating these figures to be much lower and the total cost is actually believed to exceed $89.1 billion in the near future. Despite the available treatment methods, there still persist a host of inadequacies that make cost containment a real issue Viddha, a non-pharmacological, local therapy of Ayurveda provides immediate pain relief as observed in the pilot study carried out on 10 patients at CBPACS, New Delhi. It is observed that Viddha practiced in patients with knee joint pain, not responding to NSAIDs and analgesics are getting immediate pain relief with increased range of motion etc. All it needs is 26-gauge half inch short, fine, brown hypodermic needle making it very much cost effective, just few minutes for the procedure to perform and significant analgesia without almost nil side effects with possibility of arresting the progression of disease.
Aparna K
One World Ayurveda, Indonesia
Title: Understanding the concept of psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) in Ayurveda
Time : 14:30-15:00