Volume 3, Issue 4

Inflammation is a “surface” phenomenon triggered by immunological and non-immunological stimuli, capable of activating both humoral and cellular systems, normally present in the body in an inactive state and regulated by systemic inhibitors.

Globally, depression, one of the neurological disorders has been described as millennia linked with neurobiology associated with direct neurochemicals and biochemical incredible factors interact with “gene- gene”, “gene -environment”as long as a scaffold for future for better exploration. For the depth knowledge and management of depression we can consult with traditional Indian medicine system i.e. Ayurveda. According to Ayurveda the term depression is correlated with Vishada (Depression=Vishada). In the manner of conceptual and etymological study of depression, Ayurveda has firstly described depression as Vishada means depressed mood. Ayurvedic Acharyas described depression at many places as one of the symptoms of a various diseases and etiological factor of many psychological as well as physical diseases. In this review article we have outlined the upshot of altered regulation of particular neuro-chemical markers, molecular biology, genetics with significant role of Ayurveda which has great evidence to study the mechanisms, plasticity and neuronal survival in depression and biggest impact of Indian classical therapy in the management of depression.

Pīnasa is a most common disease and can be seen in every age category in the Sri Lankan society. Pīnasais the term used inDeshīyaChikitsa (traditional medicine) found to be similar to Apīnasa in Ayurvedic medicine and Allergic Rhinitis on the basis of symptoms of modern medicine.Most of the people suffer physically and mentally from this disease. But till now there are no any specific treatments found in other medical fields for Pīnasa.For this present study, one of the stubborn diseasesPīnasahas been selected, which is well known for its recurrence and chronicity. Recurrence occurs when theDoshāsare not evacuated from the body completely and suchDoshāsin their latent stage give rise to the same disease, whenever the etiological factors are favorable. This study is preliminary based on to search literature about the Pīnasroga and basic treatments described in Sri Lankan Traditional Medicine. The number of types of Pīnas are variable and there are 15, 18 and 19 according to this study and Hisagallum(applypaste on head),Dhūma(smoking), and Karnapūrna(ear drop) are the special treatment methods use in traditional medicine. Apart from these methods,Kashāya(decoctions), Chūrna(powders), Guli(tablets), Kenda(kanji), Alepa(paste), Nasya(snuffing) and Anjana(Collyrium) are mentioned. Traditional physicians use many traditional oils for the treatment and among the decoctions Vajrakānthikashāyaknown as the best decoction for the Pīnasroga. Use of classical yoga exercises and prohibited of use warm water is the specially indicated for the Pīnasroga in traditional medicine in Sri Lanka.

In today’s modern and busy scheduled life people have a less time to pay attention to their diet and eating habbits. They use to take unhygienic, vitiated food. Taking a fast food, junk food & Chinese food is a fashion nowadays. Hurry, worry and curry causes intestinal upsets frequently and that leads to gastrointestinal problems. Pravahika is also one of the important and oftenly occurring vyadhis of Annavaha and Pureeshvaha Srotasas in current time. Its main cause is Agnimandya.

The review of the study ayurveda in general, is used to mean a healthy balance of the mind and body in an overall feeling of well being to describing the existence of positive health of stress in an individual as exemplified by quality of life, Ayurveda, meditation, yoga, physical exercises and a balanced diet. It is like rejuvenation and clean up process on all levels physical, mental and emotional. Ayurveda systems of medicine are over 5000 years old. The concept of Stress Problems of mind and these determine Ayurveda is guided best treatment. Ayurveda is highlighted as a holistic system with its concern for prevention and promotion of stress and mental health.

Fibromyalgia is estimated to affect 2-4% of the population, with a female to male incidence ratio of approximately 9:1. Three percent (3%) of the Indian population suffers from fibromyalgia, only 0.5% are aware of the conditions and the number of doctors who specialize in this in India are less than the numbers one can count on fingers”. Fibromyalgia is an anomaly. It is a condition still not fully understood and in some instances not accepted by mainstream medicine, although The American College of Rheumatology recognizes and defines it as a disease. Fibromyalgia is frequently co-morbid with psychiatric conditions such as depression and anxiety and stress-related disorders such as posttraumatic stress disorder. Fibromyalgia, a central nervous system disorder, is described as a "central sensitization syndrome" caused by neurobiological abnormalities which act to produce physiological pain and cognitive impairments as well as neuro-psychological symptomatology. Certain antidepressants such as amitriptyline and duloxetine have been found to be effective treatments as has the anticonvulsant drug pregabalin. Exercise improves fitness and sleep and may reduce pain and fatigue in some people with fibromyalgia. There is no permanent cure for FM; therefore, adequate symptom control should be goal of treatment. This paper / article reveals the some studies have been performed evaluating the role of herbs or herbal medicine for efficacy on fibromyalgia (FM). Massage therapy have the best evidence for effectiveness with FM. Massage is one of the oldest healing therapy. The massage is a part-n-parcel of the Panchakarma therapy in Ayurveda, which is gaining popularity for the rejuvenation purpose and for the treatment of arthritic disorders, neurological disorders and life style disorders. Using the basic principles and remedies from Ayurveda, may find out the solution for this syndrome. Herbals have a higher rank for the treatment of FMS. Many FMS patients seek relief from herbal remedies for symptomatic problems. Ayurveda approach is well and good, but ultimate relief should be found in combinations of herbals along with other adjunctive recommendations. Panchakarma, Massage therapy, Marma therapy of Ayurveda also can play a vital role in this concern. Present paper is an attempt with in-depth literary review to explore the possible use of Ayurveda for the management of the Fibromyalgia.