Efficacy of ‘madhusikthadi lepa’ in padadari
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Original article title: Efficacy of ‘madhusikthadi lepa’ in padadari
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Introduction
Padadari, characterized by cracked skin on the feet, is a common yet often neglected condition prevalent among the Indian population, particularly in rural areas where many people work barefoot in wet conditions. The condition is classified under Kshudra roga in Ayurveda, with detailed descriptions of its signs, symptoms, and treatment found in classical texts such as Sushruta Samhita and Bhavaprakasha. The complexity of the disease is compounded by a lack of awareness about foot care among economically disadvantaged individuals and the high cost of treatments. This study investigates the efficacy of Madhusikthadi Lepa, an Ayurvedic local treatment, to ameliorate symptoms associated with Padadari.
Efficacy of Madhusikthadi Lepa
The clinical trial included 50 patients suffering from Padadari, examining the effectiveness of Madhusikthadi Lepa applied over 11 days. The study aimed to evaluate the reduction in symptoms such as fissures, pain (Shoola), and burning sensation (Daha). Patients were instructed to follow dietary restrictions and foot care protocols to enhance treatment outcomes. Results indicated a significant improvement, with 90% of patients showing complete relief from fissures and a reduction in pain and burning sensations within the treatment period. Furthermore, the study revealed that the ointment's hydrating properties effectively addressed the dryness associated with the condition.
Observations and Demographics
The demographic analysis revealed that the majority of affected individuals were females aged between 20-29 years and 40-49 years, indicating a higher susceptibility among women due to increased exposure to cold and wet conditions. Most participants were employed or engaged in household work, underscoring the lifestyle factors contributing to the incidence of Padadari. The clinical assessment after treatment highlighted a marked decline in the length and width of fissures, improvement in the distribution of impacted areas, and significant pain relief, demonstrating the overall effectiveness of Madhusikthadi Lepa in managing Padadari.
Conclusion
The findings of this study substantiate the efficacy of Madhusikthadi Lepa in treating Padadari, leading to substantial relief of symptoms and considerable improvement in foot condition. The study also highlights a need for increased awareness about foot care and affordable treatment options. Overall, it concludes that Madhusikthadi Lepa is an effective, cost-effective alternative for managing Padadari symptoms over a short treatment duration, particularly when paired with appropriate lifestyle modifications. Further research with larger sample sizes and extended treatment durations is recommended to confirm these findings and improve patient outcomes.
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Chaitanya Shah
Associate Professor, Dept. of Shalya Tantra, Dr.D.Y. Patil Ayurved College, Pune, M.S.
Sachin Rohani
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Rog Nidana, Dr.D.Y. Patil Ayurved College, Pune, M.S.
*Shende Krushnadev
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Kayachikitsa, Dr.D.Y. Patil Ayurved College, Pune, M.S.
Vaibhav Tad
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Kayachikitsa, Dr.D.Y. Patil Ayurved College, Pune, M.S.
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FAQ section (important questions/answers):
What is the condition treated by Madhusikthadi lepa?
Madhusikthadi lepa is used to treat Padadari, a common foot condition characterized by cracks or fissures in the skin due to excessive walking, especially in wet conditions.
What are the key ingredients of Madhusikthadi lepa?
Madhusikthadi lepa contains several ingredients including Madhusiktha, Saindhava, Ghrita, Guggulu, and Gairik. These components work together to soothe and heal the skin effectively.
What were the results of the Madhusikthadi lepa study?
In the study, 80% of patients became symptom-free after using Madhusikthadi lepa for 14 days. Patients reported decreased pain, burning sensations, and complete relief from fissures, confirming its efficacy in treating Padadari.
Glossary definitions and references:
Scientific and Ayurvedic Glossary list for “Efficacy of ‘madhusikthadi lepa’ in padadari”. This list explains important keywords that occur in this article and links it to the glossary for a better understanding of that concept in the context of Ayurveda and other topics.
1) Lepa:
In Ayurveda, Lepa refers to a medicinal paste or ointment applied locally to treat certain conditions. The keyword 'Lepa' was used throughout the text, particularly in the context of 'Madhusikthadi Lepa,' a treatment for Padadari. It functions by being spread over the affected area to provide relief.
2) Dari:
'Dari' refers to fissures or cracks typically found in the skin conditions such as Padadari. The keyword is used frequently to describe symptoms and efficacy parameters such as the number, length, and width of these fissures. Patients in the study had reductions in 'Dari' when treated with Madhusikthadi Lepa.
3) Disease:
In the context of the text, 'Disease' refers specifically to Padadari, a condition marked by cracked skin on the feet. The study discusses the prevalence, symptoms, and traditional Ayurvedic treatments for this disease.
4) Daha:
'Daha' in Ayurveda refers to a burning sensation. In the context of this study, it is one of the symptoms of Padadari that was alleviated by the application of Madhusikthadi Lepa.
5) Shula (Sula):
'Shula' denotes pain, particularly in the context of the symptoms experienced by patients with Padadari. It was a key parameter used to measure the effectiveness of Madhusikthadi Lepa in alleviating pain.
6) Drug:
The term 'Drug' in this text refers to the Ayurvedic formulation used—in this case, Madhusikthadi Lepa. The study assessed its efficacy in treating symptoms of Padadari.
7) India:
India is mentioned as the country where the study was conducted. The rural population, who frequently work in wet soils, are particularly affected by Padadari, highlighting socio-economic factors in healthcare.
8) Pain:
Pain, or 'Shula,' is a significant symptom of Padadari. The research study utilized visual analog scales to measure changes in the level of pain experienced by patients to determine the effectiveness of Madhusikthadi Lepa.
9) Pune:
Pune is the city mentioned as the location of Dr. D.Y. Patil Ayurved College, where the research study on Madhusikthadi Lepa was conducted.
10) Burning sensation:
Burning sensation, referred to as 'Daha,' is another symptom of Padadari. The study evaluated the efficacy of Madhusikthadi Lepa in reducing this sensation among patients.
11) Saindhava (Saimdhava):
Saindhava, which is a type of rock salt, is one of the ingredients of Madhusikthadi Lepa. It is known for its Ushna (heating) and snigdha (unctuous) properties, making it useful for conditions caused by aggravated Vata.
12) Snigdha:
'Snigdha' refers to oily or unctuous qualities in Ayurvedic medicine, which oppose the dryness caused by Vata. Ingredients like ghrita in Madhusikthadi Lepa have snigdha properties, helping to moisturize and heal cracked skin.
13) Ghrita (Ghrta):
Ghrita, or clarified butter, is one of the ingredients in Madhusikthadi Lepa. It possesses snigdha (unctuous) qualities that help to soften and heal the skin, making it effective in treating Padadari.
14) Patil:
[see source text or glossary: Patil]
15) Guna:
Guna refers to qualities or attributes in Ayurveda. The text describes the Guna (e.g., snigdha, ruksha) of various ingredients in Madhusikthadi Lepa that contribute to its therapeutic effects on Padadari.
16) Sah:
[see source text or glossary: Shah]
17) Kshudraroga (Kshudra-roga, Ksudraroga):
Similar to Kshudraroga, this term refers to minor ailments as categorized in Ayurvedic literature. Padadari is one such condition included under this classification.
18) Ayurveda (Ayus-veda):
Ayurveda is the ancient Indian system of medicine that forms the basis for the study. Ayurvedic principles are used to diagnose and treat Padadari, including the use of Madhusikthadi Lepa.
19) Guru:
'Guru' signifies heavy in Ayurveda. Anti-vata properties often have a guru (heavy) quality, counteracting the light (laghu) and dry (ruksha) properties of Vata. The term is used to describe some qualities of the ingredients in Madhusikthadi Lepa.
20) Vata:
Vata is one of the three doshas in Ayurveda associated with dry and rough qualities. The imbalance of Vata is identified as a causative factor in Padadari, and treatments aim to counteract this dosha.
21) Madhavanidana (Madhava-nidana):
Madhavanidana is an Ayurvedic text mentioned in the study that describes the etiology, symptoms, and treatments of various diseases, including Padadari.
22) Discussion:
The 'Discussion' section in the text analyzes the data and results obtained from the study. It provides insights into how Madhusikthadi Lepa was effective in the treatment of Padadari and compares it to pre-existing treatments.
23) Medicine:
Medicine in this context refers to Ayurvedic formulations, particularly Madhusikthadi Lepa, used to treat Padadari. The efficacy of such medicine was assessed in the study.
24) Madhura:
[see source text or glossary: Madhura]
25) Samhita:
Samhita refers to classical Ayurvedic texts. The study references various Samhitas that describe Padadari and its treatment, including the use of Madhusikthadi Lepa.
26) Kshudra (Ksudra):
[see source text or glossary: Kshudra]
27) Ruksha (Ruksa):
Ruksha means dry, one of the qualities of Vata dosha. The study notes that Padadari involves excessive dryness, which is treated by using snigdha (unctuous) substances like those in Madhusikthadi Lepa.
28) Nidana:
[see source text or glossary: Nidana]
29) Trayi:
[see source text or glossary: Trayee]
30) Karma (Karman):
[see source text or glossary: Karma]
31) Laghu:
Laghu means light, another attribute of Vata. The study discusses the opposite quality—guru—as part of the ingredients in Madhusikthadi Lepa to balance this aspect and treat Padadari.
32) Ushna (Usna):
Ushna means hot or warm, a quality mentioned concerning the ingredients like Saindhava in Madhusikthadi Lepa, which help in treating cold-related symptoms of Padadari.
33) Roga:
Roga translates to disease or illness in Ayurveda. The text focuses on 'Padadari roga' and its treatment using Ayurvedic principles and remedies.
34) Guda:
Guda, or jaggery, is an ingredient in Madhusikthadi Lepa. It possesses properties that help in healing skin conditions like Padadari by adding moisture and facilitating repair.
35) Food:
[see source text or glossary: Food]
36) Soil:
[see source text or glossary: Soil]
37) Saindhavalavana (Saindhava-lavana, Saimdhavalavana):
Saindhava-lavana or rock salt is mentioned as one of the key ingredients in Madhusikthadi Lepa. It has both usna (heating) and snigdha (unctuous) properties, making it useful against Vata-induced dryness.
38) Shalyatantra (Salyatantra, Shalya-tantra, Shalyatamtra):
Shalya-tantra is a branch of Ayurveda focused on surgery and parasurgical techniques. The study mentions experts from the Dept. of Shalya Tantra contributing to the research.
39) Madhurarasa (Madhura-rasa):
[see source text or glossary: Madhura-rasa]
40) Sandhaniya:
Sandhaniya refers to substances that have adhesive properties, aiding in the healing of tissues and cracks. Guggul in Madhusikthadi Lepa has this property, making it effective for Padadari.
41) Dravyaguna (Dravya-guna):
Dravyaguna is the science of Ayurvedic pharmacology. The study assesses ingredients like Madhusiktha and Saindhava in terms of their Dravyaguna to understand their effects on Padadari.
42) Anupashaya (Anupasaya):
[see source text or glossary: Anupashaya]
43) Vatapitta (Vata-pitta):
Vata-pitta refers to the combined doshas in Ayurvedic medicine. Madhusikthadi Lepa is described as having vatapittasamaka properties, reducing both Vata and Pitta doshas effectively.
44) Samprapti:
Samprapti refers to the pathogenesis of a disease. The text details the samprapti of Padadari as rooted in Vata imbalance, treated through the properties of Madhusikthadi Lepa.
45) Siddhanta (Siddha-anta, Siddhamta):
'Siddhanta' means principles or theories. Ayurvedic Siddhantas guide the treatments and formulations like Madhusikthadi Lepa used in the study.
46) Goghrita (Goghrta, Go-ghrita):
Goghrita, similar to Go-ghrita, is cow's ghee and one of the main ingredients in Madhusikthadi Lepa used for its moisturizing and healing properties in treating Padadari.
47) Education:
[see source text or glossary: Education]
48) Prakriti (Prakrti):
Prakriti refers to the inherent constitution of an individual in Ayurveda. The study also considers the Prakriti of patients while assessing the effectiveness of Madhusikthadi Lepa in treating Padadari.
49) Vishesha (Visesa):
'Vishesha' refers to specificity, often in the context of Ayurvedic treatment principles. The text mentions siddhanta (principles), including samanya and vishesha, which guide the selection of treatments for conditions like Padadari.
50) Alasaka:
[see source text or glossary: Alasaka]
51) Guggulu:
Guggulu is a resin used in Madhusikthadi Lepa known for its sandhaniya (adhesive) properties that help heal fissures and cracks in conditions like Padadari.
52) Lekhana:
Lekhana refers to scraping or reducing properties. Ingredients in Madhusikthadi Lepa like Saindhava have lekhana properties, making the formulation effective in treating Padadari.
53) Gairika:
Gairika, a type of red ochre, is used in Madhusikthadi Lepa. It has properties that help in healing and soothing the skin, making it effective for Padadari treatment.
54) Samanya:
'Samanya' means general principles in Ayurveda, often paired with 'vishesha' to guide treatment approaches. In treating Padadari, samanya principles balance qualities like dryness with unctuous treatments.
55) Bharati:
[see source text or glossary: Bharati]
56) Kalpana:
Kalpana refers to the formulation of medicines in Ayurveda. Here, it applies to the preparation of Madhusikthadi Lepa, focusing on ingredient combinations and their therapeutic effects.
57) Apathya:
Apathya refers to dietary and lifestyle factors to avoid in Ayurveda. Patients were advised to follow apathya guidelines to achieve better results during the treatment of Padadari with Madhusikthadi Lepa.
58) Samaka (Shamaka):
Shamaka indicates substances that pacify doshas. Madhusikthadi Lepa contains vatashamaka ingredients, making it effective in reducing the symptoms of Padadari caused by Vata imbalance.
59) Sharira (Sarira):
[see source text or glossary: Sharira]
60) Hygiene (Hygienic):
Hygiene plays a role in preventing and managing conditions like Padadari. The study mentions poor hygiene as a contributing factor and advises proper cleanliness in the treatment protocol.
61) Tantra (Tamtra, Tantrism):
Tantra here refers to specialized branches of Ayurveda. Shalya-tantra, for example, is one of the areas mentioned as relevant to the study of Padadari and its treatment.
62) Dravya:
[see source text or glossary: Dravya]
63) Shakti (Sakti):
[see source text or glossary: Shakti]
64) Pathya:
Pathya refers to dietary and lifestyle guidelines that are beneficial for health. Patients using Madhusikthadi Lepa were advised to follow pathya guidelines to enhance the effectiveness of treatment for Padadari.
65) Shalya (Salya):
Shalya, related to Shalya-tantra, is the field of Ayurvedic surgery and parasurgical treatments. Professionals in this branch helped carry out the study on Madhusikthadi Lepa and its effectiveness in Padadari.
66) Lavana:
[see source text or glossary: Lavana]
67) Nature:
[see source text or glossary: Nature]
68) Indian:
Indian context is important as it frames the study within the country where Padadari is prevalent due to socio-economic conditions, particularly in rural areas.
69) Kriya:
[see source text or glossary: Kriya]
70) Pitta:
Pitta is one of the three doshas in Ayurveda, often associated with heat and metabolism. Madhusikthadi Lepa is described as having vatapittasamaka properties, balancing the Pitta along with Vata for treating Padadari.
71) Bahya:
Bahya means external, referring to local treatments. In this study, the external application of Madhusikthadi Lepa was found effective for the local symptoms of Padadari.
72) Ayus (Ayush):
[see source text or glossary: Ayush]
73) Hetu:
'Hetu' means cause or causative factors. The text mentions vataprakopaka hetu (factors that aggravate Vata) like excessive walking, contributing to the development of Padadari.
74) Rasa (Rasha):
[see source text or glossary: Rasa]
75) Pada:
'Pada' refers to the feet or foot region. The study specifically deals with 'Padadari,' which involves cracking and fissuring of the skin in the foot area, treated with Madhusikthadi Lepa.
[Note: The above list is limited to 75. Total glossary definitions available: 77]