1st-2017: Recent submissions

  • Clinical efficacy of indigenous Patrapottali Sweda (Heenudupiyaliya Tavilla) in the management of Sūryavarta. 
    Thennakoon, T.M.D.M.; Sakunthala, H.S. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Sūryavarta is one type of Śiroroga out of eleven Śirorogas explained in Ayurveda classics. This pathological condition is characterized by its cardinal feature of headache. Headache is found to be starting at the time of ...
  • Role of three Ayurveda regimen in the management of scaling condition of Sidhma Kushta (Psoriasis). 
    Jayakody, J.A.D.P.P.; Seneviratna, N.A.K.P.J.; Akarawita, J.K.W. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Psoriasis, generally referred to as 'Potu Kabara' in Sri Lanka, corresponds with Sidhma Kushta in terms of a number of distinguished symptoms elaborated in Ayurveda classics. This study aimed at evaluating the efcacy of ...
  • Ayurveda management of chronic headache: a case report 
    Dhiman, K. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Chronic headache is termed as a headache experiencing for fteen or more days per month. It is estimated that chronic headache affects 4% to 5% of general population. A 58 - year old workingwoman visited for Ayurveda ...
  • Concept of e-governance in higher education: a model proposed to be implemented at Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute 
    Chithrananda, W.A.D.; Udagedara, U.G.J.R.; Wijewardana, D.S.R.; Dissanayake, S.A.R.R.P. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    This paper is an approach that encompasses processes and a proposed model designed to promote the quality of Ayurveda education at Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute. There has been considerable increase in the ...
  • Management of retinal diseases in Ayurveda. 
    Sreekumar, K. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Retina, one of the most sophisticated nervous tissues, which receives blood circulation from the duel system central retinal artery and choriocapilleries are prone to many systemic as well as local diseases. The diseases ...
  • A clinical study on Computer Vision Syndrome. 
    Ganga, M.P.; Bavalatti, N.; Manjusha, R. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Computer has become a household gadget in the present era, found in almost all aspects of life and its convenience has brought with it the disadvantages as with any invention of human civilization. With progressive ...
  • Preparation of Karam from the mid stem of the Musa acuminata as Nasiyam in the treatment of Nasikapeedam (Nasal polyposis). 
    Tharshika, S.; Ajanthan, T.; Athavan, V.; Rasalingam, S.; Thayalini, T. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    In Siddha Medicine, most of the herbs are used in the preparation of Siddha drugs. In ancient times, surgery was carried out by Siddha Physicians using Kara liquids. Nasikapeedam (Nasal polyposis) is one of the common ...
  • A comparative study on the anti-microbial efficacy of two Ayurveda powders (Prathisarana) used in periodontal diseases 
    Wijebandara, D.M.K.K.; Peiris, K.P.P.; Karunarathna, E.D.C.; Sudesh, A.D.H. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Kushtadi (KU) and Karanjadi (KR) are prominently used Ayurvedic powders (Prathisarana) in the management of periodontal diseases. This study was carried out for the determination of antimicrobial efcacy of these two ...
  • Microbiological study of an indigenous mouth wash (Gandusha) used in periodontal diseases. 
    Dewasurendra, D.M.W.; Peiris, K.P.P.; Karunarathna, E.D.C.; Sudesh, A.D.H. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Mouth wash (Gandusha) is clinically effective in the management of periodontal diseases. This study is an in-vitro analysis on determining the antimicrobial efcacy of this drug using standard Antimicrobial Sensitivity ...
  • An analytical study on the antimicrobial activity of Visarpahara Tailaya against Candida albicans and Staphylococcus aureus. 
    Madumali, M.G.B.; Wickramarachchi, W.J.; Karunarathna, E.D.C.; Sudesh, A.D.H. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Visarpahara Tailaya is a herbo-mineral preparation recommended to use clinically in the management of eczema, scabies, itches and other types of skin diseases mainly caused by bacteria and fungi. This study was conducted ...
  • Supremacy of Shalya Tantra over modern surgery. 
    Samaranayake, G.V.P.; Pushpakumara, A.A.J. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Sushrutasamhita describes the ancient tradition of surgery in India and is considered as one of the brilliant texts in ancient Indian medical literature. This treatise contains detailed descriptions of the way of teaching ...
  • A literary survey on therapeutic formulations used in Nasya Karma (inhalation therapy) and their properties with special reference to Carakasamhita. 
    Ranasinghe, R.L.D.S.; Ediriweera, E.R.H.S.S.; Wijesiriwardhana, H.G.S.G. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Nasya Karma (inhalation therapy) is one of the procedures of Pancha Karma where instillation of medicine is done through the nasal route. It is considered as the best treatment for diseases above the clavicle. Despite ...
  • The importance of Dinacharya as a preventive measure for Urdhvajathrugata Roga according to Carakasamhitha. 
    Premarathna, W.G.L.U.; Balasooriya, M.G.D.N.; Muthugala, S.K.R. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    “Swasthasya Swasthya Rakshanam” is an important aspect of Ayurveda. “Swasthya” means the person who has balance with Dosha, Agni, Dhatu, Mala, Atma, Indriya and Manas. Any imbalance leads to manifestation of diseases. ...
  • The effect of Chatur Sneha in the management of Netra roga. 
    Balasooriya, M.G.D.N.; Premarathna, W.G.L.U.; Muthugala, S.K.R. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    The ve main sensations obtained from the sensory organs are the taste, fragrance, vision, sound, and touch. From these senses, the vision is very important and it is perceived by the eyes located in head region. Any ...
  • Analysis of the properties of Tamalakyadi Kvatha: a critique. 
    Ranasinghe, R.L.D.S.; Ediriweera, E.R.H.S.S. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Tamalakyadi Kvatha is one of the popular decoctions among Ayurveda physicians. It is commonly used for ailments such as Peenasa, Arsha, Shwasa, Kasa and Agnimandya. This comprehensive overview is a step towards analysing ...
  • A survey study on Computer Vision Syndrome. Salakya Sandipani, 
    Karunarathna, W.D.C.K.; Balasooriya, M.G.D.N.; Karandugoda, K.K.I.E. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Computer Vision Syndrome is one among the life style disorders which is related to prolonged use of computer, tablet PC, e-reader and mobile phones. There are several guidelines to be followed in using these devices. ...
  • Nagaradi Modaka in the management of hemorrhoids: rationality from Ayurvedic perspective 
    Pushpakumara, A.A.J.; Willamuna, S.M.S.K. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    Hemorrhoid is a disease, which torments people both physically and mentally, even disturbing their day-to-day activities. According to the WHO, 60 – 65% of the world population suffers from hemorrhoids, regardless of age ...
  • Review of Akshiprasadana Ahara Viharana: a conceptual study. 
    Madhushani, N.V.P.S.; Alahakoon, D.B.G.S. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    In today's world not only the elders but also young people are affected by vision problems. According to Ayurveda philosophy, Drishtidosha or the failing vision is believed to result from the local Doshas deranged and ...
  • A comparative clinical study on Nishādi Lepa and Nirgundi Saptaparni Lepa in the management of Stana Vidradhi. 
    Kumara, G.U.A.; Pushpakumari, W.L.A.R.S. (Department of Marketing Management, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    A breast abscess is a painful collection of pus that forms in the breast. Most abscesses develop just under the skin and are caused by a bacterial infection. Breast abscesses are painful, swollen lumps that may also be ...
  • Efficacy of Lakshadi Lepa on controlling mild acne. 
    Saranga, R.G.S. (Department of Shalya Shalakya,Gampaha Wickramarachchi Ayurveda Institute,University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017)
    In the young age both girls and boys are mostly affected by acne. According to Ayurveda, young age can be described as Pitta Pramukha duration. Cosmetics and acne care treatments are invented every day, but most are not ...

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