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Reply To Hahnemann's Position On Vaccination: A Call To Rethink., Rudi Verspoor
Reply To Hahnemann's Position On Vaccination: A Call To Rethink., Rudi Verspoor
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
There is a debate on the merits of modern vaccination in relation to Hahnemann’s position regarding this practice in his time. The authors of a recent Letter to the Editor argue that Hahnemann was in favour of vaccination and that we need to assess vaccination objectively. I agree with both of these positions, but disagree as to the details regarding what is meant by these two conclusions. I argue that Hahnemann made clear that vaccination did not provide immunity, and never can. I further argue that there are better alternatives to vaccination in terms of boosting the immune system, and …
Homeopathic Management Of Reinke’S Edema In A Non-Smoker: A Case Report, Aditya Pareek
Homeopathic Management Of Reinke’S Edema In A Non-Smoker: A Case Report, Aditya Pareek
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
Introduction: Reinke’s edema, also known as polypoid degeneration of vocal cords, is a bilateral, symmetrical swelling of the whole of the membranous part of the vocal cords. Surgery has been the mainstay of treatment for Reinke’s edema. Thus, patients are often left with practically no non-invasive treatment option. Case Summary: This is the case of a 40-year-old male, teacher, who presented with hoarseness of voice for 1 year and opted for homeopathic treatment when he was advised surgery. A rapid improvement in the symptoms, as well as significant objective improvement as confirmed with video laryngoscopy. The results were …
Pharmacognostical Studies Of Smilax Aspera Linn. – A Herbal Drug, Satish Patel, B Biswas, K Rambabu, E Sundaram, Renu Arya
Pharmacognostical Studies Of Smilax Aspera Linn. – A Herbal Drug, Satish Patel, B Biswas, K Rambabu, E Sundaram, Renu Arya
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
Background: Smilax aspera L. (sarsaparilla or prickly ivy) is a perennial climber from the family Smilacaceae. Its root and rhizome are used as alterative, demulcent, depurative, diaphoretic, diuretic, stimulant and tonic. Objective: To perform standardization of root and rhizome of S. aspera for authentication and identification of raw drug by pharmacognostical, physiochemical, powder and finish product evaluation. Materials and Methods: Air-dried rhizome and roots were boiled, sectioned and stained for macroscopical and microscopical analysis. For physicochemical studies, rhizome and roots were coarsely powdered and subjected for determination of extractive values, ash values, chemical constituents, weight per millilitre, alcohol content, total …
Lessons Learnt From The Spanish Flu Pandemic, Karanpreet Nahar
Lessons Learnt From The Spanish Flu Pandemic, Karanpreet Nahar
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Research Highlights, Surbhi Jain
Research Highlights, Surbhi Jain
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Are Homoeopathic Drugs Being Used For The Treatment Of Covid-19 Patients, A Kind Of Repurposing?, Anil Khurana
Are Homoeopathic Drugs Being Used For The Treatment Of Covid-19 Patients, A Kind Of Repurposing?, Anil Khurana
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Homoeopathic Therapy In Cervical Spondylosis Pain Management: A Randomised, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial, Jaya Gupta, Ramesh Bawaskar, Prakash Rao, Ashish Shivadikar, Paul Sumithran, Ramendra Pal, Shahid Ali, Hima Bindu, M Arya
Homoeopathic Therapy In Cervical Spondylosis Pain Management: A Randomised, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial, Jaya Gupta, Ramesh Bawaskar, Prakash Rao, Ashish Shivadikar, Paul Sumithran, Ramendra Pal, Shahid Ali, Hima Bindu, M Arya
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
Background: Homoeopathic medicines are known to be effective in alleviating pain and other troublesome symptoms of patients suffering from cervical spondylosis. Objective: The primary objective was to evaluate the effectiveness of predefined homoeopathic medicines in the pain management of cervical spondylosis using the Cervical Spondylosis Pain Management Scale (CSPMS). Methods: A prospective, double-blind randomised placebo-controlled multicentric clinical trial was conducted from April 2012 to May 2013. Results: Sixty-seven cases were enrolled in the Homoeopathy group and 69 in the placebo group. One hundred and thirty-four cases that completed the follow-ups were analysed. The improvement in pain was 56.18% in the …
Large-Scale Homoeoprophylaxis As An Add-On Measure To Prevent Covid-19 Disease: Cuban Preliminary Experiences, Johann Delgado, Antonio Garcia, Evelyn Pla, Lissette Peña, Diadelis Figueredo, Alberto Rodriguez, Magaly Figueroa, Concepcion Huergo
Large-Scale Homoeoprophylaxis As An Add-On Measure To Prevent Covid-19 Disease: Cuban Preliminary Experiences, Johann Delgado, Antonio Garcia, Evelyn Pla, Lissette Peña, Diadelis Figueredo, Alberto Rodriguez, Magaly Figueroa, Concepcion Huergo
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Simplify The Complexity And Replicate The Simplicity: Book Review Of Standard Treatment Guidelines In Homoeopathy, Aaron To Ka Lun
Simplify The Complexity And Replicate The Simplicity: Book Review Of Standard Treatment Guidelines In Homoeopathy, Aaron To Ka Lun
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Covid-19: What Lies Ahead For Homoeopathy?, Anil Khurana
Covid-19: What Lies Ahead For Homoeopathy?, Anil Khurana
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Research Highlights (January 2020–May 2020), Swati Pandey
Research Highlights (January 2020–May 2020), Swati Pandey
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Homoeopathy In Epidemics: Bridging The Gap, Anil Khurana
Homoeopathy In Epidemics: Bridging The Gap, Anil Khurana
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
An Online Cross-Sectional Survey On Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices And Perspectives Of Homoeopathic Practitioners Towards Covid-19, Divya Taneja, Anil Khurana
An Online Cross-Sectional Survey On Knowledge, Attitudes, Practices And Perspectives Of Homoeopathic Practitioners Towards Covid-19, Divya Taneja, Anil Khurana
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
Background: In the light of pandemic of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), identification of level of epidemic preparedness and understanding of homoeopathic practitioners is required to utilise their services in mainstream healthcare effectively. Objective: The objective of this study was to identify knowledge, attitudes and practices of homoeopathic physicians about COVID-19. Methodology: An online cross-sectional survey was undertaken in the midst of the epidemic in India when services of homoeopathic doctors were under consideration. The ten knowledge questions were scored and analysed to identify differences with sociodemographic variables. Responses to the ten questions on attitudes and practices were analysed to identify differences …
A Review On Immunomodulatory Response Of Homoeopathic Medicines Through Cytokine Induction As Evidenced In In Vivo And In Vitro Studies, Mohit Mathur, Anu Kapoor
A Review On Immunomodulatory Response Of Homoeopathic Medicines Through Cytokine Induction As Evidenced In In Vivo And In Vitro Studies, Mohit Mathur, Anu Kapoor
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
Background: This review discusses the importance of inter-individual variations in Homoeopathy and role of immune modulation through cytokine induction behind these variations in symptoms. Objectives: To analyse the effects of homoeopathic drugs in modulation of cytokine synthesis to find the individualised immunological mechanisms of these drugs. Methods: The PubMed database was searched for studies which analysed effects of homoeopathic medicines on cytokine synthesis. Full texts of shortlisted studies after scrutiny of abstracts, were analysed for study design, homoeopathic medicines used, cytokines analysed and results. Results: The PubMed search yielded 21 studies. After analysis of abstracts of 21 studies, 10 were …
Enabling Use Of Homoeopathy In India's Preparedness For Pandemic/Epidemic Situation Like Covid-19, Suhana Azis, Harleen Kaur
Enabling Use Of Homoeopathy In India's Preparedness For Pandemic/Epidemic Situation Like Covid-19, Suhana Azis, Harleen Kaur
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
India reported its first positive case of COVID-19 on 30th January 2020. The alerts, the checks and the quarantines soon followed. As of 28th April 2020, India had crossed the 20,000 mark of positive cases and seen over 900 deaths. The nation is adapting and preparing fast for this rapidly spreading COVID outbreak, and new advisories superseding the previous ones as per the evolving needs are being issued by the concerned authorities on almost daily or weekly basis. The unprecedented spread of this pandemic was unforeseen, and therefore, many nations, including India, were caught off guard, and understandably so. The …
Homoeopathy In Pandemic Spanish Flu 1918, Vaishali Shinde
Homoeopathy In Pandemic Spanish Flu 1918, Vaishali Shinde
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
The mankind has been under the wrath of various H1N1 viruses tracing back to the Spanish flu (SF) in 1918 down to pandemics in 1957 H2N2, 1968 H3N2, 2009 H1N1 and COVID 19 in 2020. Despite a lot of advancements in genomic viral studies, laboratory techniques, medical advancement and treatment options in the form of antiviral and antibiotics, the threat of pandemics is hovering on mankind with a challenge at global and national level to fight against it. Homoeopathy has played a contributory role in the treatment and prevention in various epidemics in the past. In this overview, the role …
Obituary: Dr. Ramanlal Prabhudas Patel, Suhana Azis
Obituary: Dr. Ramanlal Prabhudas Patel, Suhana Azis
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Building Up The Scientific Evidence Base Of Homoeopathy, Anil Khurana
Building Up The Scientific Evidence Base Of Homoeopathy, Anil Khurana
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Research Highlights (October 2019–December 2019), Anjula Narang
Research Highlights (October 2019–December 2019), Anjula Narang
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
An Update On Bowel Nosodes With Comparisons, Laxmikanta Nanda
An Update On Bowel Nosodes With Comparisons, Laxmikanta Nanda
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Lycopodium Clavatum For Urolithiasis, Beuy Joob, Wiwanitkit Viroj
Lycopodium Clavatum For Urolithiasis, Beuy Joob, Wiwanitkit Viroj
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Acknowledgement To Our Reviewers, Ijrh Editorial Board
Acknowledgement To Our Reviewers, Ijrh Editorial Board
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Research Design In Homoeopathy: A Perspective, Anil Khurana
Research Design In Homoeopathy: A Perspective, Anil Khurana
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Research Highlights, Daisy Katarmal
Research Highlights, Daisy Katarmal
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Response To Letter To Editor For: “Lycopodium Clavatum For The Management Of Urolithiasis: A Randomised Double Blind Placebo Controlled Trial”, Praveen Oberoi, Mehra Pritha
Response To Letter To Editor For: “Lycopodium Clavatum For The Management Of Urolithiasis: A Randomised Double Blind Placebo Controlled Trial”, Praveen Oberoi, Mehra Pritha
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Homoeopathy Research – Building Up The Evidence, Anil Khurana
Homoeopathy Research – Building Up The Evidence, Anil Khurana
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Research Highlights (June–July 2019), Meenakshi Bhatia
Research Highlights (June–July 2019), Meenakshi Bhatia
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Book Review: Prognostic Factor Research In Homoeopathy, Laxmikanta Nanda
Book Review: Prognostic Factor Research In Homoeopathy, Laxmikanta Nanda
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Research Highlights, Daisy Katarmal
Research Highlights, Daisy Katarmal
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.
Improving Validity And Reliability Of Homoeopathy, Raj Manchanda
Improving Validity And Reliability Of Homoeopathy, Raj Manchanda
Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy
No abstract provided.