Efficacy of whole system ayurveda protocol in irritable bowel syndrome - A Randomized controlled clinical trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the clinically challenging disorders. It has a significant effect on health, cost and quality of life. Ayurveda management through whole system approach in IBS is explored.

Objective

To evaluate the efficacy of whole system Ayurveda approach in IBS.

Methods

The present trial is a randomized controlled parallel group study. 48 patients diagnosed as IBS (Rome IV Criteria) between the age group of 20-60 yrs were recruited in the study. Patients were randomly divided into 2 groups. KC group intervened with Kalingadi Churna 3 gm twice a day, before food with buttermilk. WS group intervened with whole system ayurveda protocol (WSAP). Duration of intervention was 60 days with follow up on every 15th day. Assessments were th

SUBMITTER: Naik TD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10105243 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan-Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature