A case-control study for exploring the association of Prakriti with Rheumatoid Arthritis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Deha-Prakriti (DP) is a unique contribution of Ayurveda, which distinguishes the population into three main groups viz., Vata, Pitta, and Kapha predominant individuals. Its assessment helps physicians to prescribe a suitable diet, daily regimen, and lifestyle that prevents non-communicable diseases. Amavata (Rheumatoid Arthritis) is a disease that needs personalized management approach.

Aim

To evaluate the association of DP with Amavata (∼Rheumatoid Arthritis).

Objective

To evaluate DP-based susceptibility in the manifestation of Amavata vis-à-vis Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Methodology

A case-control study was conducted from 18.04.2018 to 09.01.2020, involving 150 cases (patients of Amavata), and 150 controls (healthy volunteers), matching in age (between

SUBMITTER: Chinthala R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10505973 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature