Significance of Islamic medicine
Islamic medicine, as outlined in Ayurveda, encompasses medical practices and theories that originated in the Islamic world. This field has been significantly influenced by ancient Greek medicine and includes the contributions of notable Persian physicians. The amalgamation of these diverse medical traditions has shaped the evolution of health practices within Islamic culture, illustrating a rich legacy in the history of medicine.
Synonyms: Traditional islamic medicine, Alternative medicine, Prophetic medicine, Holistic medicine., Arabic medicine, Unani medicine, Greco-arabic medicine, Medieval islamic medicine
In Dutch: Islamitische geneeskunde; In Finnish: Islamilainen lääketiede; In Spanish: Medicina islámica
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Hindu concept of 'Islamic medicine'
Islamic medicine in Hinduism can be viewed as a synthesis of medical practices from the Islamic world, deeply rooted in Greek traditions and enriched by Persian physicians’ contributions, reflecting a cross-cultural exchange in health and healing methodologies.
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) Medical practices and theories developed in the Islamic world, heavily influenced by Greek medicine and involving prominent Persian physicians.[1]