A Clinical Study on The Management of Ekakustha (Psoriasis) With Shaman and Shodhan Therapy.

Abstract

Background: Sodhan therapy is needed prior for cleansing and washing of the channels (srotas) of our body. In present study, two groups have been categorized, where group A treated with Guduchi-Sariva-Khadira yoga internally, and Coconut oil-based Manjistha  externally for 8 weeks. Simultaneously group B patient treated with the said medication after being purified with Trivrit churna and Eranda Taila. Aim  & objectives :To provide safe ,effective & unique curative regimen against the incurable ailment Eka Kustha.To evaluate the efficacy of Guduchi-Sariva -Khadir-Yoga orally along with the local application of coconut oil based Manjistha.To evaluate the effectiveness of Virechan Karma prior to oral & local therapy of medicaments. Methods: The sample have been divided into 2 groups, Group – A & Group – B. Guduchi-Sariva-Khadira orally & coconut oil based Manjistha for local use have been given to 20 patients. Virechan Karma as per ethical norm followed by Guduchi-Sariva-Khadira-Yoga orally & coconut oil based Manjistha locally to another 20 patients. Results and Conclusion: Sodhan therapy followed by saman therapy is much more effective in Ekakustha (Psoriasis) than the only Samana therapy.