Abstract

Abstract

Background: Ekakushtha (psoriasis) is considered as Kshudra Kushtha (Minor Skin Disease) in Ayurveda, But the present scenario psoriasis is one of the severe skin diseases, which is Difficult to manage. Ekakushtha is quite similar to the Psoriasis due to its maximum similarity in chief symptoms. Psoriasis ravages the quality of life (QOL) of afflicted individuals. The aim of present study is to assess the clinical efficacy of Takradhara in improving the quality of life. Material and Method: For present study patients of Psoriasis in between the age of 16 to 60 years, attending the O.P.D and I.P.D of Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar had been selected. Total 14 patients were registered for study in which 12 patients completed and 2 patients were dropped out during treatment. Takradhara therapy was given for 14 days in morning. Clinical efficacy of Takradhara was assessed by Health, Wellness & Quality of Life Questionnaire. Results and Discussion: Psoriasis disturbed psychological status (Manas Bhava) Stress may induce alterations in the psoriatic lesions, in study we found maximum 75.76% patients were under stress due to Change in eating habits & Change in living conditions. After treatment significant results were found in Quality of life of Physical State, Mental/Emotional State, stress, Life Enjoyment & Overall Quality of Life of patients. Conclusion: The obtained results of clinical trial suggest that Takradhara with Amalaki and Musta have highly significant result on the symptoms of Ekakushtha and Improve the quality of life in patients.