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![ The Siddha system is capable of treating different diseases other than emergency
cases. In general, it is effective to treat skin problems mainly STD, Psoriasis,
urinary tract infections, gastrointestinal tract, diseases of liver, etc. It is also
effective for general debility, diarrhoea, postpartum anaemia, and general fevers
in addition to allergic and arthritis disorders.
CRITICISM ON SIDDHA
Since 2014, the Supreme Court of India and Indian Medical Association have
described Siddha medicine as quackery,[3][21][10] and there is no governmental
recognition of siddhars as legitimate physicians.[3] The Indian Medical Association
regards the Indian institutions that train people in Siddha medicine, the supposed
degrees granted, and the graduates of those programs as "fake".[3][10] Since 1953,
the Indian national government has not recognized Siddha medicine or any
alternative system of medicine as valid, and there is no proposal to integrate
Siddha medicine into conventional medicine practiced in India.[3][10]
There may be as many as one million quack "doctors", including siddhars,
practicing medicine in the rural regions of India, a condition not actively opposed
by the Indian government out of concern for serving some health needs for the
large rural population.[3][21][22][4][23] The Indian Medical Association emphatically
opposed this position in 2014.[3] In 2018, licensed Indian physicians
staged demonstrations and accused the government of sanctioning quackery by
proposing to allow rural quacks to practice some aspects of clinical medicine
without having complete medical training.[4]](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/indigenousmedsystemofindia-230312062904-4cf1a1d8/75/INDIGENOUS-MEDICAL-SYSTEM-OF-INDIA-pptx-10-2048.jpg)
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- 1. INDIGENOUS MEDICAL SYSTEMOF INDIA PRESENTED BY VIJAY AMALARAJ A
- 2. WHAT IS INDIGENOUSMEDICAL SYSTEM ? The Word INDEGENOUS means anything that is occurring natively The existence of medical systems in India can be said from the time of the earliest civilization in the subcontinent These medical systems include Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, Yoga, Naturopathy and Sowa Rigpa. Besides these, there are other folk medicines used in India. These systems have provided healthcare to a large part of the population. Despite their existence for such a long time, these systems are not as prominent as the modern system These have been brought together under the Ministry of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy)
- 3. MINISTRY OF AYUSH Ministry of Ayush was formed on the 9th of November 2014 with a vision of reviving the profound knowledge of our ancient systems of medicine and ensuring the optimal development and propagation of the Ayush systems of healthcare. Earlier, the Department of Indian System of Medicine and Homoeopathy (ISM&H) formed in 1995, was responsible for the development of these systems. It was then renamed as the Department of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (Ayush) in November 2003 with focused attention towards education and research.
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- 5. AYURVEDA Ayurveda, anatural system of medicine, originated in India more than 3,000 years ago. Term Ayurveda is derived from the Sanskrit words ayur (life) and veda (science or knowledge). Thus, Ayurveda translates to knowledge of life. Based on the idea that disease is due to an imbalance or stress in a person's consciousness Ayurveda treatment starts with an internal purification process, followed by a special diet, herbal remedies, massage therapy Some of the products used in Ayurvedic medicine contain herbs, metals, minerals, or other materials that may be harmful if used improperly or without the direction of a trained practitioner Charaka is called 'Father of Ayurveda‘
- 6. MILESTONES IN AYURVEDA Intervening of Ayurveda in the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy National Ayurvedic Medical Association(NAMA) represents the Ayurvedic profession in the United States of America Integrative management of COVID-19 Registered practitioners of Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Sowa-Rigpa are now authorised to issue medical fitness certificates
- 7. UNANI Unani orYunani medicine is Perso-Arabic traditional medicine as practiced in Muslim culture in South Asia and modern day Central Asia. Unani medicine first arrived in India around 12th or 13th century with establishment of Delhi Sultanate (1206–1527) and Islamic rule over North India The Unani System of Medicine is included in the Central Council of Indian Medicine as per IMCC, Act 1970. outstanding physician and scholar of Unani Medicine, Hakim Ajmal Khan (1868 – 1927) Having gained recognition from the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1976, the Unani system became increasingly accepted internationally as a system of traditional medicine The six important factors considered by unani practitioners are: (air), (food and drink),(bodily exercise and reponse),(mental work and rest), (sleep and wakefulness), (retention and excretion)
- 8. Their therapiesincludes Cupping, venesection, exercise, leeching, massage and bathing also Surgical intervention is their last option Psoriasis is well treated with unani system OBSTACLES IN UNANI MEDICINE The vast materia medica, from herbal and animal to mineral sources, as described in ancient Unani textbooks, is sometimes so vague that authenticity must be established by modern pharmacognostic assessments (by means of a basic, descriptive pharmacology) before medicines can be put to use. In addition, the use in Unani medicine of precious stones and minerals, the chief ingredients of many polyformulations (medicines containing multiple ingredients), is expensive. Those items often are unavailable as well, thereby hindering effective treatment. Intense research is important for the use of kushta, the incinerated finely powdered substance prepared from known toxic metals, such as (mercury), (arsenic),(mercuric chloride), and (iron rust). Medicines made with those minerals, when used with caution and expertise, may be effective, but they have significant toxic side effects.
- 9. SIDDHA Siddha systemof medicine is mainly practised in the Southern part of India. It is one of the earliest traditional medicine systems in the world which treats not only the body but also the mind and the soul. The word Siddha has its origin in the Tamil word Siddhi which means "an object to be attained" or "perfection" or "heavenly bliss“ "Siddhargal" or Siddhars were the premier scholars of this system in ancient times. Siddhars, mainly hailing from Tamil Nadu laid the foundation for Siddha system of medicine According to the tradition it was Shiva who unfolded the knowledge of Siddha system of medicine to his concert Parvati who handed it down to Nandhidevar and he in turn to the 18 siddhars. Therefore it is called ‘Shiva Sampradayam, (tradition of Siva), or ‘Siddha Sampradayam’. Agasthiyar is the prominent one among the eighteen and some of his works are still standard books of medicine and surgery in daily use among the Siddha Medical practitioners.
- 10. The Siddhasystem is capable of treating different diseases other than emergency cases. In general, it is effective to treat skin problems mainly STD, Psoriasis, urinary tract infections, gastrointestinal tract, diseases of liver, etc. It is also effective for general debility, diarrhoea, postpartum anaemia, and general fevers in addition to allergic and arthritis disorders. CRITICISM ON SIDDHA Since 2014, the Supreme Court of India and Indian Medical Association have described Siddha medicine as quackery,[3][21][10] and there is no governmental recognition of siddhars as legitimate physicians.[3] The Indian Medical Association regards the Indian institutions that train people in Siddha medicine, the supposed degrees granted, and the graduates of those programs as "fake".[3][10] Since 1953, the Indian national government has not recognized Siddha medicine or any alternative system of medicine as valid, and there is no proposal to integrate Siddha medicine into conventional medicine practiced in India.[3][10] There may be as many as one million quack "doctors", including siddhars, practicing medicine in the rural regions of India, a condition not actively opposed by the Indian government out of concern for serving some health needs for the large rural population.[3][21][22][4][23] The Indian Medical Association emphatically opposed this position in 2014.[3] In 2018, licensed Indian physicians staged demonstrations and accused the government of sanctioning quackery by proposing to allow rural quacks to practice some aspects of clinical medicine without having complete medical training.[4]
- 11. HOMEOPATHY Homeopathy isa complementary or alternative medicine. This means that homeopathy is different from treatments that are part of conventional Western medicine in important ways. It's based on a series of ideas developed in the 1790s by a German doctor called Samuel Hahnemann Homeopathy was introduced in India the early 19th century. It flourished in Bengal at first, and then spread all over India. In the beginning, the system was extensively practised by amateurs in the civil and military services and others. Mahendra Lal Sircar was the first Indian who became a homeopathic physician. Homeopaths generally refer this as Like be treated with likes. Homeopathic remedies are used by the public for viral diseases, different forms of allergic conditions, skin disorders, behavioral problems and several chronic long term diseases.
- 12. Homeopathy inIndia is regulated through the Homeopathy Central Council Act, 1973. Bronchial Asthma is cured effectively by homeopathy
- 13. YOGA AND NATUROPATHY Yoga is a discipline that dates back to thousands of years and is regarded as one of the best practices known to calm the inner self. The practice aims to attain self-realization, by improving the inherent power of an individual in a balanced way. This discipline was founded by saints and sages, who presented a rational interpretation of their experiences and formulated a practical and scientifically sound method to be available within everyone’s reach The Father of Yoga, Maharishi Patanjali combined multiple aspects of yoga and called them “Yoga Sutras” or aphorisms. He advocated “Ashtanga Yoga”; the eight-fold path of yoga that facilitates the all-round development of human beings. These components are Yama, Niyama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Asana, Pranayama, Dhyana and Samadhi Naturopathy is an art and science of healthy living and a drug less system, It has its own concept of health and disease and also principle of treatment. In today's age, Naturopathy is Recognized and well accepted as an independent System of medicine. Medical Yoga Therapy or “Yoga Chikitsa” is the dynamic state of physical and mental ease, coupled with spiritual well-being. Yoga helps one to develop a positive state of health by not only treating illness, but also helping one to understand the underlying causes of disease 9 Benefits of Yoga by John Hopkins University by conducting survey Yoga improves strength, balance and flexibility, Yoga helps with back pain relief, Yoga can ease arthritis symptoms, Yoga benefits heart health, Yoga relaxes you, to help you sleep better, Yoga can mean more energy and brighter moods, Yoga helps you manage stress, Yoga connects you with a supportive community, Yoga promotes better self-care
- 14. Naturopathic practitioners usemany different treatment approaches. Examples include: Dietary and lifestyle changes Stress reduction Herbs and other dietary supplements Homeopathy Manipulative therapies Exercise therapy Practitioner-guided detoxification Psychotherapy and counseling. In India, revival of Naturopathy took place with the translation of Germany’s Louis Kuhne’s book ‘’New Science of Healing’’. The translation was done in the Telugu language by Shri D. Venkat Chelapati Sharma in 1894. Afterward, it was translated into Hindi and Urdu languages in 1904 by Shri Shroti Kishan Swaroop. All the efforts hugely gave Naturopathy a wide propagation.
- 15. SOWA RIGPA “Sowa-Rigpa”commonly known as Amchi system of medicine is one of the oldest, Living and well documented medical tradition of the world. It has been popularly practice in Tibet, Magnolia, Bhutan, some parts of China, Nepal, Himalayan regions of India and few parts of former Soviet Union etc The majority of theory and practice of Sowa-Rigpa is similar to “Ayurveda” Bodies of all the living beings and non living objects of the universe are composed of Jung-wa-nga; viz Sa, Chu, Me, Lung and Nam-kha six years course is Bachelor in Tibetan Medical System (BTMS) or Amchi Chikitsa Acharya
- 16. medicines developedcomprise these very five elements. In our body, these elements exist in the form of Lus-sung-dun (Skt: Sapta Dhatu), Ngepa-Sum (Skt: Tri-dosa), and Dri-ma-Sum (Skt: Trimala). In diet, drinks, and drugs, these elements are present in the form of Zhu-jes (Skt: Vipaka), Ro-dug (Skt: Shast-rasa), Nus-pa (Virya), and Yontan (Skt: Guna). On the basis of the similarity and dissimilarity of the five elements, a physician can direct his skills and knowledge to treat the patient.
- 17. FOLK MEDICINES Pativaithiyam Varma kala And lot more Folk medicine practitioners are called as quacks
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- 19. TAKE HOME MESSAGE Traditional medical systems are very effective with very minimal side effects Long term medication assisted diseases can be treated with these system rather intaking of allopathic drugs e.g Diabetes Rhumatoid Arthritis etc By this we support our traditional medical systems as well as ourself
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