Browsing by Author "Dissanayake, K.G.C."

Now showing 1 - 20 of 66

Analysis of Rakthamokshana Treatment in Ayurveda Medical Practice in Sri Lanka
(Project Report, Graduate Studies Division, Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017) Adihetti, C.M.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Panchakarma treatments has very special place in Ayurvedic medicine & they use in whole Ashtanga Ayurveda. Vamana (emetic theraphy), virechana (purgation theraphy), vasthi (enema theraphy), nasya (erffine theraphy) & rakthamokshana (bloodletting) are the pradhana karmas. Raktamokshana (bloodletting) is a parasurgical procedure directed for the treatment of Raktaja roga (blood-borne diseases) along with many surgical diseases. Rakthamokshana is aimed to eliminate vitiated blood from the body, but as a result vitiated pitta also eliminates. [Ariyawansha, 2007]. In today society there are so many diseases which are caused by vitiated raktha & pitta. By rakthamokshana karma can cure these diseases as it eliminates vitiated raktha & pitta. In this research literary review was done primary data collection by Charaka samhitha (Sharma R.K., (2003)1, Susrutha Samhitha (Sharma P.V. (2010)), Astangahrdaya samhitha (Buddhadasa R. (1964), Secondary data collection by publish scientific data (Index journals), Review articles. In survey review details was collected by a standard questionnaire by 30Ayurvedic & traditional doctors who practice in Sri Lanka & by 30 patients who attended to rakthamokshana karma. Finally collected data was analyzed logically by categorization, priorization, observation, Critical analyzation, discussion, conclusion & recommendation. Jalaukächarana is the supreme therapy among all the bloodletting therapies because of its safety and high efficacy, In this study it was observed by practically, literally and scientifically. Also there are significant combination of places which mentioned to blood let and modern science anatomy. This research paper is a sincere effort to analyze Rakthamokshana treatment in Ayurveda & modern aspect.
An analysis of the awareness of adolescent pregnancy among advanced level school children in selected girls' schools in western province, Sri Lanka
(Faculty of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo, Rajagiriya, Sri Lanka., 2023) Darshani, R.K.N.D.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.; Rodrigo, B.K.M.P.
The Annual Health Bulletin (2019) stated, the teenage pregnancies (16-19 age) were increased from 13.8% (2018) to 17.1% (2019). Analyze effective methods for prevent adolescent pregnancy by determining the impacts of Peer Influence, Socio economic status, knowledge of sexually transmitted diseases and knowledge of safety measures of pregnancy towards awareness maternal healthcare education related to adolescent pregnancy were objectives of this ethically approved study. Adolescent girls (16-19 years) in Advance Level science classes [N1 = 34,328 (Colombo: 14,835, Gampaha: 11,882, Kalutara: 7,611)] of National girls schools [N2 = 72 (Colombo:37, Gampaha: 17, Kalutara: 18)] in Western Province are the aimed population. The Sample (Andreessen table; 5% margin error) was collected by validated questionnaire according to Proportionate Stratified Sampling Method [n1 = 378 (Colombo: 163, Gampaha: 131, Kalutara: 84); n2 = 4 (Colombo: 2, Gampaha: 1, Kalutara: 1)]. As per the results, most of participants were Sinhala, Buddhists, unmarried, unemployed and few had experiences of violence. And few participant’s mothers and siblings had adolescent pregnancies and few of them live with their single mothers. Students live in moderate to low socio-economy with moderate to high peer influence. and they had moderate to low knowledge of safety measures of pregnancy, moderate to high knowledge of sexually transmitted diseases and moderate to high awareness of healthcare education related to adolescent pregnancy. And there were significant positive impacts towards awareness of healthcare education related to adolescent pregnancy from knowledge of sexually transmitted diseases, knowledge of safety measures of pregnancy and peer influence. And there was no significant impact from socio-economic status to awareness of healthcare education related to adolescent pregnancy. The results were confirmed by the pilot study of adolescent pregnant ladies. Therefore, this study is certified that the awareness of healthcare education can be developed through knowledge of sexually transmitted diseases, knowledge of safety measures of pregnancy by the support of peer influence for prevent adolescent pregnancy from Sri Lanka.
Antimicrobial Efficacy of Selected Ayurveda Formula against Laboratory Specimen of Staphylococcus aureus
(International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, 2020) Dissanayake, K.G.C.; Karunarathna, S. B. M. M. M.
Selected formula consisted of tllree ingredients including dried leaves of Azadirachta indica, dried seeds of Sesamum indicum and Bees' honey which is clinically use for open wounds. The current study was designed as a microbiological assay and the key objective was to evaluate the antibacterial efficacy of TNK against laboratory specimen of Staphylococcus aureus (ATCC25923). The Anti-Bacterial Sensitivity Test was conducted according to the Kirby Bauer method using Agar Well Diffusion method by comparing the effect of Amoxicillin as the positive controller and distilled water as the negative controller in triplicates. The testing drug was assessed as DI and D2 in concentration ratios respectively. Results of the study were obtained through the diameter measurement of inhibitory zone and assessed using one - sample T — test DI depicted p value as 0.024 and T - test was 4.44. D2 depicted p value as 0.100 and T- test was 1.89. Comparing to the positive control drug, the hypothesis was generated as Ho: μ ≤19 mm and H1 : μ>19 mm Referring to hypothesis, Hoof DI was rejected and HoofD2 was not rejected. The significant level was considered less tllan 5%. D2 concentration of TNK was significant against laboratory specimen of Staphylococcus aureus_ The study suggests that the TNK is consisted with an extrinsic effective antibacterial application for infected wounds which were caused by Staphylococcus aureus_ Further clinical study on human subjects will verify the efficacy of TNK in clinical manifestations.
Ayurvedic Health System Approaches to the Globally Burden Health Care Problem of Obesity
(Journal of Biology Agriculture and Healthcare, 2014) Senanayake, W.H.A.P.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Overweight and obesity among children and adolescents has emerged as a global epidemic and is becoming a serious public health problem in whole over the world. TO prevention and Cure from the above mentioned problem whole world get an interesting to search about CAM (Complementary & Alternative Medicine) therapy. In order to overcome this problem, an ancient Ayurveda life style methods, ayurveda medical herbs and techniques can be applied with the help of modern techniques. Particularly shown its potential power to deliver significant effect on healthcare of Overweight and Obesity. Ayurveda is an eternal science, deals not only with diseases; but also with way of prevention from the diseases. The guidelines mentioned in Ayurveda about lifestyle, personal and social are very important to overcome from these diseases. Objective of this paper to evaluate prevention of overweight & Obesity can be promoted through Ayurvedic Health System and prevent health burden crisis.
Clinical Evaluation of Erandamuladi vasti on Gridhrasi (Sciatica)
(Ayurvedic Scientific Seminar on Vatavyadhis, Ayurveda Vidyapeeth, New Delhi, India, 2007) Pandey, N.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.; Tiwari, S.K.
Sciatica is a neurological disease caused mainly due to unknown etiology or inter vertebral prolwsed. It is rot fatal, but severe pain may make the patient bed ridden. The management of sciatica with unknown etiology still a medical problem where except for some palliative measures no permanent medical treatment is available. The NSAlDs, of course, may instantaneously relieve the pain and are being widely used in the medical practice. But the adverse effects are so drastic that the patents are forced to discontinue the treatment. Keeping the above shortcoming in view, an attempt was made to find out the ther4eutic effcacy of Erandamuladi vasti on this disease. Total 30 cases were taken for the study and received selected therapy. The result was highly encouraging and statistically highly significant (P< 0.001 ).
Clinical evaluation of the Anti-inflammatory action of Dashanga Leph along with Arka Patra Sweda in Amavata Patients
(National Conference on Ayurveda (Ayurveda - 2007), Tathagat Ayurved Research Foundation, India, 2007) Dissanayake, K.G.C.; Tiwari, S.K.
Amavata, a disease with the diathesis of depletion of agni which in turn leads to acclimation of variety of by-products of faulty digestion and metabolism in the body. Such by-products called Ama are physically similar to kapha. Because joints are the major seats of kapha. They are the major victim, characterized by chronic painful swelling. Pain is the major end point of treatment of these patents. Thus, the prime aim of treatment is to reduce pain. Amavata has very close relevance to Rheumatoid arthritis with unknown etiology of the modern medicine. Painkillers used for treatment in modern medicene for this, which include Aspirin and several other NSAlDs are known to cause severe gastric irritation upon prolong usage. In Ayurveda, the principles of treatment for Amavata are promotibn of agni, depletion of Ama and palliation of vitiated vata locally as well as generally to help reduce articular and extra-articular manifestations. Conventionally in Ayurveda application of Ushna, Ruksha, Vata nashak lepa is used to reduce pain and swelling. Since, this same effect is produced by local applicaton of Dashang leph along with Arka patra sweda over affected joints. This treatment has resulted in success to a greater extend in amavata patients.
A Clinical Study on the Effect an Efficacy of Traditional Formulation derived by Ola Leaves Manuscript in the Management of Allergic Rhinitis
(Project Report, Graduate Studies Division, Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2019) Perera, R.H.R.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Allergic rhinitis is an inflammatory disease of the nasal mucosa, induced by an immunoglobulin E mediated reaction in allergen-sensitize subjects. This is a common health problem in the world and its prevalence is still increasing. Therefore it is a burden to the society. Methods of medical treatments for the allergic rhinitis have not resulted well. The purpose of this study was to find Out whether there is a more effective and more efficiency *treatments for allergic rhinitis, among Ola leaves manuscripts. The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of herbal formulation, selected from Ola leave manuscript in the management of allergic rhinitis. The author conducted a randomized, positive control, comparative clinical trial for the 60 patients. 30 patients were participated for group A (Test group), as the other 30 were participated for group B. (Control group). Treatments were conducted by using a treatment protocol. Assessment was decided according to symptom score, before and 14 days after the treatments. The improvement of Allergic Rhinitis symptoms in group A was significally higher compared to control group ( sneezing- 48% vs. 33.33% ,watery runny nose-51.36% vs. 22.78% , nasal obstruction-46.5% vs. 21.46% nasal itchy-23.97% vs. 14.44% ; p < 0.005). This new formulary has shown an effect in E.S.R, Respiration rate and W.B.C.D.C count. Therefore it can be a good alternative remedy for relieving the symptoms of Allergic Rhinitis in short-termly.
A Clinical Study on the Effect and Efficacy of Pippalyadi Powder in the Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
(Project Report, Graduate Studies Division, Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2018) Mahanthage, N.D.L.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Irritable bowel syndrome is a functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain and altered bowel habits in the absence of a specific and unique organic pathology. And it is a most common functional disorder affecting the quality of life of the patients. Present study was done to evaluate the effect and efficacy of the pippalyadi powder in the management of irritable bowel syndrome. 11 patients were randomly selected for the study and they were instructed to take 05g of powder with hot water after meal twice a day for 30 days. The effects of therapy were assessed by using a Performa prepared on the basis of changes in the clinical signs and symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. And also stool sample analysis was done before and after treatment to determine the effect and efficacy of powder on presence of mucus in stool. According to results observed in present study it could be concluded that the mean values of data regarding to all parameters before treatment is different from the mean values of data regarding to all parameters after treatment. While considering the p value of before and after treatment pc: 0.05 for all the signs and symptoms and also for the presence of mucus in the stool. Considering the overall results of present study it is evident that the pippalyadi powder has shown significant effect in signs and symptoms and presence of mucus in stool in irritable bowel syndrome.
A Clinical Study on the Effect and Efficacy of Traditional Formulation Derived by Ola Leaves Manuscript in the Management of Iron Deficiency Anemia
(Project Report, Graduate Studies Division, Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2020) Wijewardana, R.A.R.R.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Anemia is a condition, characterized by reduction m the red blood cell volume or decrease in the concentration of hemoglobin in the blood. Iron deficiency anemia is a global public health problem among school age children which retards psychomotor development and impairs cognitive performance. Prevalence of anemia among children m Sn Lanka was 2560% as of 2016. Its highest value over the past 26 years. The treatment modalities for IDA have been unsuccessful even in this modern technologically-advanced era due to the adverse effects. Herbal chugs have been used m the treatment of IDA since ancient times. In this research, it was intended to investigate the effect of Virechana formulae in Ola leave manuscript for Iron deficiency anemia control in Sri Lankan context. For this purpose 90 patients were selected and randomly divided Into 3 groups as A, B and C. Group A was given FeS04, Group B given decoction and Group C was given decoction with Virechana. BMI, Hb count, MCV and MCH were measured. According to overall assessment the patients who treated with herbal formula With Virechana treatment (Group C) show best results and patients who treated with herbal formula m Ola leave manuscript (Group B) show better results than the Group A who treated with FeS04 in the levels of Hb count, MCV and MCH But difference of BMI of all three groups were not statistically significant. The present study evidence that the short term administration of new herbal formulation has shown significant effect in decreasing the IDA. So the new herbal formulation is an effective remedy for the management of Iron deficiency anemia among school children.
A Clinical Study on the Effect and Efficacy of Traditional Formulation Derived by Ola Leaves Manuscript in the Management of Overweight and Obesity
(International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, 2020) Jayasena, R. M. D.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Overweight and obesity are defined as abnormal or excessive fit accumulation that presents a risk to health. Once considered a high-income country problem, overweight and obesity are now on the rise in low and middle-income countries, particularly in urban settings. The treatment modalities have been unsuccessful even in this modern technologically-advanced era. Herbal chugs have been used in the treatment of Staulya since ancient times. Thus in this research, it was intended to investigate the effect of Vtrechana formulae in Ola leave manuscript for overweight and obesity control in Sri Lankan context. Group A was treated with herbal formula for 4 weeks duration and Group B was firstly treated with Erechana procedure and then prescribed herbal formula for two weeks duration. When analysing the results of Group B, BIMI shows a P value of 0.000 which were highly significance. The mentioned traditional herbal formula is effective for the management of overweight and obesity related parameters. But it was more effective with the combination of Virechana procedure than individual. The overall results of present study evidence that the short term administration of new herbal formulation has shown significant effect in decreasing the overweight and Obesity. So the new herbal formulation is an effective remedy for the management of Overweight and Obesity
A Comparative Clinical Study on the Effects and Efficacy of Selected Herbal Formula Consisting of Purgation in the Management of Overweight and Obesity
(Project Report, Graduate Studies Division, Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2018) Jinathunga, P.S.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Overweight and Obesity is a most important pathological condition and leading preventable cause of death worldwide. Furthermore overweight and Obesity has reached epidemic proportions in developed countries and it also increasing developing countries, as well as it is one of the most serious public health problems of the 21st century. The Primary objective of this study was to evaluate the effect and efficacy of purgation and selected herbal formula in the management of overweight and obesity. All patients were selected in Chamal Rajapaksha Ayurvedic Research Hospital, Hambantota. The selected patients were divided in to two groups (Group A and Group B) and consisting of 30 patients for each. The Group A and Group B was sub divided in to two small Groups (Male and Female). Group A were treated with selected herbal formula, and Group B were treated purgation with selected herbal formula for period of 14 days. The patients of group A male showed were associated with deference of mean BMI before and after treatments (5.26%). The patients of group B male showed were associated with significant deference of mean BMI before and after treatments (6.1%). The patients of group A female showed were associated with deference of mean BMI before and after treatments (5.10/0). The patients of group B female showed were associated with significant deference of mean BMI before and after treatments (8.4%). According to the analysis, selected herbal formula was effective in reduction of BMI, but purgation with selected herbal formula is considered as the best line of management for overweight and obesity.
A Comparative Study of the Effect and Efficacy of Nasyakarma Based on Herbal Formulation derived From Ola Leaves Manuscript in the Management of Chronic Allergic Rhinitis
(Project Report, Graduate Studies Division, Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2019) Galappatthi, P.A.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Allergic rhinitis is broadly defined as inflammation of the nasal mucosa. It is common disorder that affects up to 40% of the population. The primary objective of this randomized clinical study was to determine the effect and efficacy of new herbal formulation in the management of chronic Allergic rhinitis conditions of patients. All Patients were selected from respiratory tract disease clinic of Beliatta District Ayurveda hospital. The Selected Patients were randomly assigned two group' (Group A and Group B) consisting of 20 patients for each. The Patients of group B were treated with Daruparpatadee kashaya and prescribed dietary management; the patients of group A were treated 'Ola Leaves manuscript formulation and prescribed dietary management during the period of 14 days. After 14 days treatment, patients of group showed 95% decrease in their symptoms (sneezing, Runnvng nose, Nasal blockage) of Allergic rhinitis and group A, showed decrease in their symptom (Itching nose) comparison to the level Of same parameter before treatment (p<0.05). The Group 76% (p
Comparative study of the effect and efficacy of Sesame oil and Ghee on the blood lipid level
(Young Ayurveda Researchers' and Innovators' Symposium (YARIS – 2019), Institutional Research Committee, Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of Kelaniya, Yakkala, Sri Lanka, 2019) Amarasinghe, K.A.I.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
In Ayurveda treatments there is a purification method name as purgation mainly aimed at reducing Pitta Dosha in which Dosha is expelled out through the anal passage. Before the purgation therapy Snehapana is done. Generally sesame oil and ghee oil are used in Snehapana. When applying oil internally, blood lipid level can be changed. Various researches have been already carried out on blood lipid level, yet there is a lacuna in the management of blood lipid level. Therefore, this study was undertaken to examine and compare sesame oil and ghee oil on the blood lipid level in the body after the purgation therapy. Hence in the present clinical study, 16 patients were selected and divided into 2 groups. The sesame oil was given to group A and ghee oil was given to group B. All the patients were investigated for total cholesterol level, HDL, Triglyceride, LDL, VLDL and total cholesterol / HDL ratio before and after treatment. According to data, when sesame oil was applied, patient’s total cholesterol, HDL, LDL mean value decreased but ghee oil applied patient’s mean values increased after the treatment. But triglyceride mean value increased after the treatment of both oils. But there was not a significant treatment effect. When considering the overall results of this study, according to the mean value sesame oil can be applied to increased blood lipid level patients but ghee cannot be used
A Comparative Study on the Effect and Efficacy of Treatment Protocol Consisting of Herbal Formulation Derived from Sri Lankan Ola Leave Manuscript in the Management of Obesity
(Project Report, Graduate Studies Division, Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2019) De Silva, M.M.T.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Obesity has become a major global health challenge due to established heal risks and substantial increases in prevalence. Ayurveda medicine may help to decrease the high Body Mass Index (BMI) levels, high Cholesterol levels and body circumferences. With this aim; a clinical study undertaken on two groups for duration of 60 days, to evaluate comparative efficacy of purification treatment with palliative treatment and only palliative treatment. The current study planed in 40 patients of obesity. Group 1 -20 patients, were treated only with decoction which the selected formula derived from Ola leave manuscript. The patients of Group 2 treated with purgative treatment with palliative treatment. The patients of Group 2 received internal oliation with sesame oil followed by external oliation with sesame oil. After observations of proper signs of oliation; purgative therapy performed with samsarjana karma followed for five days. Subsequently all the patients were given the trial drug. In both groups, the doses were same. Body mass index (BMI), cholesterol levels, fasting blood sugar (FBS), blood pressure and body circumferences measured at the beginning and after the treatment program for both groups. The results of this study revealed a significant decrease in serum cholesterol levels in Group 2, while there was insignificant change in Group 1. BMI, abdominal circumferences, hip circumferences and FBS were decreased in both two groups. No side effects observed during the clinical trial.
Critical Study of the Disease Sthaulya (Overweight and Obesity) and Its Management by Samshodhan and Samshamana Therapy
(Introspection and Prospects, 3rd National Seminar, Desh Bhagat Ayurvedic College and Hospital, Mandi Gobindgarh, India, 2008) Dissanayake, K.G.C.; Kumar, N.; Tiwari, S.K.
According to the Ayurveda, the principles of management Of Sthaulya, Kaphahara Medahara, Vatahara drugs are advised by various Acharyas. Hence in this study its management is planned with Snehana -By Tila Taila (A. H.Su.3) , Swedana -Ruksha Udwartana (Ch.Su. 6/13), Virechana - Eranda Taila (Ch.Su. 13/12), Basti- Lekhana Basti (Sha. U. 622). In this study total Sthaulya patient were divided in two groups, 21 patient was in In group With trial drug and 15 patient were registered in second group who were treated as conrol, only total 19 patient have completed, 10 in treatment group and 9 in control group. The trial therapy is a safe herbal formulation and act not only on a weight but on variety f these factors. By increasing good lipid levels and decreasing bad lipid levels in blood_ Thus it helps to control hyperlipidemia. Further Clinical trial proved more desired output by decleasing lipid levels in combined therapy Of Vlrechana and Vasti, rather than them being used separately. Lipid level was significantly reduced by the drags, specially Virechana having more effect over triglycerides. Weight and BMI reduction was highly significant in both groups. Drug therapy, especially Basti showed more effect, Drug therapy produced significant reduction in systolic BP and highly significant reduction in diastolic BP. Results suggest possibility of more productive output in combination of drug therapy and dietary control and physical exercise together.
Critical Study on the Pharmacological Activity of Emetic Drugs Used in Vamana Karma with Special Reference to Vruddhathraya
(Project Report, Graduate Studies Division, Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017) Perera, M.J.D.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Äyurveda is the science of life.lt deals with the total creation with special emphasis on the biology of life. The main objective being to relieve human suffering approach to the treatment of a disease consists of two major procedures. They are Vamana is the major pradhäna karma procedure of pancakarma therapy. It expels out the vitiated kapha dosha. Vamana is the ürdhavabhäga SamSodhana procedure. Literally vamana means to expel out of the vitiated doshas through the oral route.The expelled material may consist of indigested food, Kapha and Pitta. Varnana is the principal property of prthvi and jala mahä bhütas. There is an extensive discussion on vamano and vämaka drugs in Åyurvedic classics. Unavailability of scientific access information regarding pharmacological study of vamana karma.Most of the studied details regarding this are not available as one document or a text book. The knowledge of Pharmacology of Vamana dravya (pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics), Physiology of Vamana karma, pharmacognostical study and Phytochemistry of Varnana dravya mentioned in Ayuneda classics should be collected in order to review and critically analyze in this study. Emetic alkaloids of several plants can administrate for this Vamana karma.The phytochemical analysis of plants like Randia dumetorum, Cephelis, Ipecacuanha, Lagenaria Sicereria reveal that contains emetic alkaloids, emetine, Cephaeline and Protometine are some of phytochemicals that have the emetogenic property-In this study reveals the relationship between the pharmacological activities of relavant emetic chemicals and the pharmacological activity of chemical constituents of selected emetic materials which reference to Vruddhatraya.
Effect of Full Body Oil Massage Therapy (Abhyanga) With Mahanarayana Oil on Muscle Endurance In Sportsmen
(International Conference on Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Traditional Medicine, University of Colombo. (4th ICAUST 2016), 2016) Wijesinghe, W.A.M.S.I.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.; Bandara, W.N.R.A.; Pathiranage, S.N.
Sports world also has become rather competitive and employing field, seeking an instant, effective and express procedure to increase endurance. Delayed —onset muscle soreness (DOMS) cause to decrease endurance. Exercise physiologists are actively researching prevention and treatment method. No conclusive recommendations are currently available. This was to evaluate the efficacy of Abhyanga on endurance, power and flexibility in sportsmen. Twenty young active men who play rugby 2-3 times per week [age: 22.0±1.8y; weight 64.5±9.4 kg (mean SD)] were recruited. Study was employed two groups, randomize control design. Investigations were done pre and post exercise. Group A was received Abhyanga. Heart rate, respiratory rate, vertical jump, push-ups, sit- ups and the reduction of the body ache and fatigue after activities were measured. There was a significant difference between heart rate, respiratory rate, push-ups, body ache and fatigue levels Of Group A and B after the treatment. After 3 months the heart rate: A=78.42±1.1 and B=91.57±26.27/bpm (p<0.05), respiratory rate: A=15.28±0.62 and B=19.28±0.7/min (p<0.05), body ache and fatigue: A=1.4±0.4 and B=2.28±0.4 (p<0.05) and push-ups: A=42.7±7.5 and B=20.42±4.94 (p<0.05). No significant difference between jumps and sit-ups in Group A and B (p<0.05). And in comparison to Group B, in Group A heart rate: A=4% incretion and B=24.6 % increased, respiratory rate: A=33.33% reduction and B=11 .76 % increased, push-ups: A= 75% increased and B=42 % increased, body ache and fatigue: A=51% reduction and B=1% reduction, sit-ups: increased and increased, jumps: A= 31% increased and B= 10% increased. In conclusion Abhyanga can be used to enhance the endurance in sportsmen and also to improve the power and flexibility.
Effect of Herbal Formula in Rajaushadhanidhiya on Pityriasis Versicolor.
(Expanding Horizons through Research, Innovation & Communication, Rajarata International Research Conference – 2019, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2019) Nilmini, R.R.P.S.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Skin diseases are common in society. Pityriasis versicolor is such skin disease that produces well demarcated round or oval macules on the trunk, neck, and upper arms where the density of sebaceous glands is high, appear as hyper-pigmented patches on lighter skin types and hypo-pigmented patches on darker or tanned skin and can vary in colour. There are many treatments in Ayurveda, to relieve Pityriasis versicolor. The formula used for the present study is an external application, mentioned in Rajaushadhanidhiya, however, the effects are not scientifically proven. The present study was aimed at finding the effcacy of this herbal formula composed of Ipomoea obscura, Curcuma longa, Cassia fistula, Phyllanthus emblica. This treatment is practiced in Ayurveda as a safe and effective external mode of therapy. Thirty patients were recruited for the study and were advised to consume the test formula for one month without using any other treatment for Pityriasis versicolor. The size, colour, clinical form, itching of affected areas were graded by the all researchers before and after the treatment. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) and Microsoft Excel. A significant (P value ≤ 0.05) reduction in size, itching, colour and clinical form of affected areas was observed after the treatment. It can be concluded that the tested herbal formula has a marked effect on reducing the symptoms of Pityriasis versicolor.
Effect of Medicated Oil Massage Therapy (Abhyanga) on Muscle Endurance in Sportsmen
(Project Report, Graduate Studies Division, Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016) Wijesinghe, W.A.M.S.; Dissanayake, K.G.C.
Sports world also has become rather competitive and employing field and they are seeking an instant, more effective and express procedure to increase their endurance. Delayed —onset muscle soreness (DOMS) in response to extreme exercise is so common. So this condition affect to the sportsmen to decrease their endurance. Exercise physiologist are actively researching in the prevention and treatment of such muscle soreness, but no conclusive recommendations are currently available. Massage is a popular treatment choice of Athletes, coaches and sports physical therapists to increase endurance They are seek an instant, more effective and express procedure to increase their endurance and against to DOMS. When considering that demand this research was to evaluate the of medicated oil massage (Abhyanga) on endurance and also power and flexibility in sportsmen. Twenty young recreationally active men who play rugby 2-3 times per week (age: 22.0 ± 1.8y; weight 64.5 ± 9.4 kg (mean ± SD) were recruited to participate in the study. Study was employed two groups, randomize control design. Investigations were done pre and post exercise and at two time points. Each participant performed in one practice session the one trial in a counter balanced design. Group A players were received massage as the intervention. And group B was completed same procedures not receiving intervention. Medicated oil message was given two day per week. A selected medicated oil was used as the medicated oil, which is commonly applied externally in musculoskeletal system. As measurements, for the flexibility sit and reach test was performed, To measure the power of distance, vertical jump is used and to evaluate the endurance push up 's per minute, sit up's per minute and distance ran minutes is used. And the decrease of the pain and fatigue in after activities also taken using by body ache grading chart. There was a significant difference between heart rate, respiratory rate, dips, body ache (pain) and fatigue levels of Group A and B after to the initiation of oil massage. The heart rate Of Group A and Group B were 78.42 ±1. 1 and 91.57±26.27/min after 3 months (p<0.05). The respiratory rate of Group A and Group B were 15.28±0.62 and 19.28±0.7/min after 3 months (p<0.05). The pain and fatigue of Group A and Group B were 1.4±0.4 and 2.28±0.4 after 3 months (p<0.05). The dips of Group A and Group B were 42.74±7.5 and 20.42 ± 2 after 3 months (p<0.05). There was no significant difference between jumps and sit-ups in Group A and B (p>0.05). The heart rate had been increased by 4% in the sportsmen of Group A, after 3 months in comparison to that of Group B, which had shown 24.6 % incretion while respiratory rate had been lowered by 33.33% in the sportsmen of Group A, after 3 months in comparison to that of Group B, which had shown 11. 76% incretion. Dips had been increased by 75% in the sportsmen of Group A, after 3 months in comparison to that of Group B, which had shown 42 % increased. Body ache and fatigue had been lowered by 51 % in the sportsmen of Group A, after 3 months in comparison to that of Group B, which had shown I % reduction. Jumps had been increased by 31% in the sportsmen Of Group A, after 3 months in comparison to that of Group B, which shown 21 40/0 incretion. No any adverse reaction had been reported in this period and in comparison to the group B. 'n conclusion medicated Oil massage can be used to enhance the endurance in sportsmen and also to improve the power and flexibility
Effect of Selected Panchakarma Therapy on the Lipid Profile of patients with Hyperlipidemia.
(1st International & 27th All India Conference (Ayurvision – NIMACON 2008). National Integrated Medical Association, Varanasi, 2008) Dissanayake, K.G.C.; Tiwari, S.K.
A research was undertaken to study the clinical profile of hyperlipidemia patients and evaluate the response of selected panchakarma therapy in blood cholesterol level Hyperlipedemia is one of the emerged public health problem all over the world. Causes are mainly unfavorable modification of life style and dietary habits. Practice of dietary measures recommended in Ayurveda while elaborating 'Medoroga chikithsa' is beneficial in hyperlipedemic condition. The present study was designed to fulfill the assessment of clinical efficacy of the selected therapy in the management of Hyperlipedemia by biochemical investigation and compare the efficacy of trial therapy with control group. The selective treatment showed a significant improvement in the parameters under study. Also the importance of poorvakarrnas, proper administration of virechana dravyas, possible complications were observed. It was concluded that the treatment can be proposed as a safer and effective option for the prevention and management of hyperlipedemia.