ABHYANGA IN NEW BORN BABY AND NEONATAL MASSAGE - A REVIEW

Neonatal period is very crucial phase of life. One has to provide systematic, luxurious and sophisticated neonatal care. Ayurveda mentioned very scientific approach toward newborn care as Jatamatra Paricharya; means a protocol. Abhyanga is one of these care protocols. Neonatal massage with lubricant is in practice around the world and resembles with Ayurveda Abhyanga process. In vitally stable neonates Abhyanga can be done with particular precaution considering the indications and contraindications. Abhyanga and massage are not totally identical. Abhyanga increases the strength, nourishes body, improves skin texture and accelerates the healthy growth and development of newborn. Increased weight gain, reduced pain, enhanced attentiveness, reduced depression and enhanced immune function (increased natural killer cells and natural killer cell activity) are some advantages of newborn massage. During Abhyanga prevent harmful and painful practices and social taboos, like stretching of limbs, pulling of ear and nasal cartilages etc should not be practiced. Oil which is suitable for baby according to local conditions should be use. Bala Taila is one of the best oil among the all oil preparations in Ayurveda. Hence though Abhyanga is consider as complimentary and traditional ancient practice, it is very useful for the healthy newborn and contribution to modern health society. The present article is a systematic review of the neonatal massage across the world to establish the role of Ayurveda newborn care protocols having potential to contribute neonatal health, as key message to modern health world

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTIN CHILDREN- AN AYURVEDA REVIEW

The emotional, social and physical development of young children has a direct effect on their overall development and on the adult, they will become. That is why understanding the need to invest in very young children is so important, so as to maximize their future well-being. From above description it is very clear that, childhood is very crucial time period of life, therefore, Ayurveda Acharyas have very well identified the importance of child growth and development and differentiated the health and diseases of children from adult. Ayurveda has established the independent branch for child rearing practices and treatment of childhood diseases and named as Kaumarabhritya. Acharya Kashyapa has described the care of the child right from the gestational age during pregnancy, during labour and after the birth up to the age of sixteen years of life. If one closely observed the chapters of Kashyapa Samhita keenly, one can find a central theme behind all the principles of Ayurveda practices. That central theme is the growth of baby. All the Samskara mentioned in Ayurveda, are child rearing measures and treatment protocols focusing on the growth of baby, and planned systematically without hampering or altering the growth of the child. Also, growth assessment in children has been very well described by Ayurveda acharyas

AN INSIGHT INTO CHARAKA SAMHITA SHARIRA STHANA- IN LIGHT OF TODAY’S MEDICAL PRACTICES AND NATIONAL POLICIES

Background: The subjects which are now a day brought in to light as scientific innovations are well described in background in the ancient Indian literature. Ayurveda, the indigenous system of medicine narrates about the genetic principles, embryology, antenatal care, post-partum care, and new born care in a systematic and stepwise manner in the eight chapters of Charaka Samhita Sharira Sthana. Aim and Objectives: To throw a light on the some hidden facts from Charaka Samhita revealing their resemblance with today’s national medical practices and policies. Material and methods: Literature reviewed from different editions of Charaka Samhita, modern scientific literature on subjects like genetics, embryology, obstetrics and paediatrics have been reviewed. Discussion: Charaka Samhita Sharira Sthana is constructed in a very logical manner, which narrates the law of formation of universe and human life, microscopic to macroscopic transformation, consciousness, salvation, importance of non-consanguineous marriage and Beeja Shuddhi to prevent genetic diseases and syndromes, principles of genetics, formation and month wise growth and development of embryo, organogenesis, teratogenicity potentials, anatomy of foetus and nutrition of foetus, daily regime for pregnant lady Garbhini Paricharya (antenatal care), Prasoota and Sutika Paricharya (post-partum care), Jatamatra Paricharya (new born care) in detailed, scientific and step wise manner in eight chapters thoroughly; and found to be time tested with today’s medical practices and national health policies. Conclusion: Charaka Samhita Sharira Sthana elaborates the principles of genetics, embryology, reproductive care, antenatal care, post natal care and new born care as practised in ancient India in scientific way which resembles today’s RMNCH national program of Government of India

Performance Comparison of TR and FSRUWB System Using Particle Filter: Effects of Frequency, Data Rate, Multi-Path and Multi-Channel Communication

In this study, we introduced a novel scheme based on Transmitted References (TR) and Frequency Shifted Reference (FSR) for ultra-wideband (UWB) system. By taking into account tracking loop-based particle filtering together with a data collecting approach for single and multi-path channel situations, the suggested method is an enhanced model. Each particle's location is determined using this filtering technique, which is then utilised to calculate the timing inaccuracy and regulate the UWB system's timing pulse. Also, it can tackle the multimodal distribution of errors then effectively approximate the optimal solution. The data distribution is discretised via a number of particles that are weighted samples evolving concerning time duration. The simulation results show that, in terms of error rate, number of particles, and delay response, the recommended model of FSR-UWB with particle filter performs better than the TR-UWB with and without considering particle filter

An Ayurvedic Management of Sickle Cell Anemia in Children: A case study

Introduction:- Sickle cell anemia is a term for a group of genetic diseases characterized by the production of hemoglobin (Hb) "S". This is the result of replacing the base pair thymine at the 6th position of the β-globin gene on chromosome 11 with adenine and replacing valine with glutamic acid. A single amino acid substitution is the reason for the profound changes in the stability and solubility of the hemoglobin "S" molecule. Due to its chronic nature and painful crisis, children’s quality of life is difficult. From now on, there is no final treatment other than a successful bone marrow transplant. Its symptoms and the nature of the disease can be compared with Pandu. If a drug improves the quality of life and maintains the health of the patient, then the drug and efforts will be beneficial to society. Material and Methods:- A 9-year-old male patient was diagnosed with sickle cell anemia. Symptoms include joint and limb pain, anorexia, fatigue, loss of appetite, and weight loss. approached the OPD, department of Kaumarbhritya, Parul Institute of Ayurved, Vadodara.  Observations and Results:-The patient is taking modern medicine (1 mg folic acid once a day). The Childs parents also wanted to take Ayurvedic medicine, so they came here for 2 months of Ayurvedic medicine treatment, during which he did not have a pain crisis.Weight improved From 16 kg to 18 kg.The quality of life of a patient is also improved. Conclusion:-Therefore, the purpose of this case study is to study the pathophysiology and treatment of sickle cell anemia from an Ayurvedic perspective and to study the possible mechanism of action of the drug

Simultaneous method development and validation of 1, 8-Cineole and Betulinic acid in Shati Vati - An Ayurvedic formulation by HPTLC

A simple, accurate and precise HPTLC method was developed and validated for simultaneous estimation of 1, 8-Cineole and Betulinic acid in Shati Vati - An Ayurvedic formulation by HPTLC. Shati Vati contains Shati rhizome powder have 1-8 cineole and Badar ripe fruit powder have Betulinic acid reported medicinal claims and uses.  In the analytical method, toluene: ethyl acetate (93:07 v/v) was finalized as the mobile phase and a clear separation was achieved. The wavelength for 1-8 cineole and Betulinic acid was 665nm and 580nm respectively. The Rf value of 1-8 cineole and betulinic acid was obtained 0.647 and 0.213 respectively. The developed analytical method was validated for Linearity, Accuracy, Precision, LOD, LOQ and Robustness as per ICH Q2 (R1) guideline. Results for the validation process were within the range of acceptance criteria of ICH guideline.  HPTLC method have been applied successfully for estimation of 1-8 Cineole and Betulinic acid in Shati Vati an ayurvedic formulation

A Review on Kashyapokta Sama Jwara in Children with respect to Viral Fever

"Jwara" is important and critical among all the diseases, because it affects each and every living being. Hence, it has been given first place in the classical texts of Ayurveda. In Ayurveda, Jwara is not merely the concept of raised body temperature, but as is said in Charaka Samhita, 'Deha- Indriya- Manah- Santap' is the cardinal symptoms of Jwara. This can be defined as the state where the body, mind as well as sense organs suffer due to the high temperature. Acharya Kashypa in Vishamjawar chapter explained Sama Jwara. He is only author who explained Sama Jwara. Sama Jwara is characterized by Alpahetu, Bahirmarga, vaikruta, Nirupadrava, ekashraya Laghupaka and Sukhasadhya. Materials and Methods: This study is based on literately review of classical information, published research work and modern literature. The possible correlation has been made between collected information and has been presented in systemic way. Discussion and conclusion: Sama Jwara is explained only by Kashyapa, Lakshanas of which is similar to Bahirvegi Jwara, Rasa dhatugat Jwara, in modern era it can be compared with viral fever

Efficacy of Aparajit avaleha in Vataja Kasa in children

Background: In Ayurved classics Kasa is describes as a disease entity rather than a symptom. Many Respiratory Tract disorders can be incorporated under the broad umbrella of Kasa. Vataja Kasa which is characterized by  Shuska mukha and gala, Shuska Kasa with Shuska alpa kapha, Swarbheda, Parshva Shool, Shira shool, Urashool, Daurbalya. It can be correlated symptomatically with  Dry cough having sign and symptoms as Dry Cough, Coughing with small quantity of expectorant, Shortness of breath, Weakness, Soreness and dryness of throat, Heartburn, Pain in flank region, Dryness of mouth, Hoarseness of voice. Though it is not life threatening it impacts daily routine, work capacity as well as growth and development of a child. Aim and Objectives: To assess the efficacy of Aparajit Avaleha in the management of Vataja Kasa  in Children and to study the probable mode of action of Aparajit Avaleha in management of Vataja Kasa. Materials and Methodology: In this study, total 30 patients of Vataja Kasa were included between 6 years to 12 years. The included patients were treated with Aparajit Avaleha described in Chakradutta thrice a day for 14 days with lukewarm water. The assessment was done on the basis of subjective as well as objective parameters. Results: Aparajit Avaleha showed statistically significant improvement in the subjective parameters as well as on objective parameters as most of the drugs possess pharmacological activities as Anti-inflammatory, Anti- asthmatic, Antibacterial, Antispasmodic, Immuno-stimulator, Anti-allergic, Anti- histaminic and Anti-pyretic. Conclusion: Aparajit Avaleha is effective in the management of Vataja Kasa in children.

A Physico-chemical assay of a herbal formulation - Smrutisudha granules

Ayurveda is an ancient medical practise that focuses on the prevention of illness and the treatment of conditions that are related to the human body. Ayurveda provides information on a wide variety of herbal remedies that can be used to cure a variety of disorders. In such a scenario, standardisation is necessary for ensuring uniformity from one batch of drug production to the next and for carrying out routine drug manufacturing on a large scale. In this age of shifting lifestyles and increased public interest, the process of modifying older dosage forms and the development of new dosage forms is an ever-evolving process that makes a significant contribution to the expansion and development of scientific knowledge. Granules are produced from a refined form of Ghana, which is a solid preparation of herbal extract, and Khanda Kalpana, which are solid preparations that are comparable to granules. Because it contains medications that are medhya, Smrutisudha granules are developed for their beneficial benefits, such as boosting children's memories. In the current work, standardisation, physio-chemical properties, qualitative analysis, and chromatography (HPTLC) of Smrutisudha granules have been produced. Prior to its application in therapeutic settings, the standardisation of Smrutisudha granules will be aided by this research.