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These show that epigenetic results are also achieved through [[panchakarma]]. Through [[panchakarma]] gene correction is possible. Gene damage as a result of modern lifestyle can be corrected to some extent through [[panchakarma]].
These show that epigenetic results are also achieved through [[panchakarma]]. Through [[panchakarma]] gene correction is possible. Gene damage as a result of modern lifestyle can be corrected to some extent through [[panchakarma]].
===Effects of other [[panchakarma]] procedures===
'''Oil massage (abhyanga):''' Total 10 healthy men and 10 healthy women underwent 1 hour oil massage and was studied for effects on subjective stress experience. Significant reduction in subjective stress experience was observed. It decreases cortisol levels and anxiety. It increases the blood and lymphatic flow. Other associated symptoms like pain, sleeplessness and fatigue were reduced.<ref>Basler AJ. Pilot study investigating the effects of Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage on subjective stress experience. J Altern Complement Med. 2011 May;17(5):435-40. doi: 10.1089/acm.2010.0281. Epub 2011 May 13. PMID: 21568717.</ref>
'''Foot massage (pada abhyanga):''' This is also mentioned under daily routine that has to be followed. It is the quickest, simplest, most pleasurable and inexpensive way to make someone healthier and happier. In a study conducted to observe the effect of foot massage on eye strain, it is observed that regular practice of foot massage is very beneficial for reducing eye strain. Marked improvement was observed in Visual analogue scale to measure severity of symptoms and Likert scale for measuring frequency of symptoms.<ref>Joshi, Nitesh &Ujwale, Ramesh. (2016). A CLINICAL STUDY OF THE EFFECT OF TILA TAILA PADABHYANGA ON EYE STRAIN. International Journal of Research in Ayurveda & Pharmacy. 7. 29-35. 10.7897/2277-4343.07250.</ref>
'''Head massage with oil (shiroabhyanga):''' A study in which head massage (shiroabhyanga) done with medicated oil (mahabhringrajtaila) is effective in reducing generalized body ache (angamarda), indigestion (apakti), vertigo (bhrama), yawning (jrimbha) and heaviness of head (shirogaurava). It is also reported that duration of sleep was improved by 6-7 hours.<ref>Kumar P, Patwardhan RP. To study the effect of mahabhringaraja taila shiroabhyanga on health w.s.r to nidranash. WJPR. 2017; 6(3):688-702. doi:10.20959/wjpr20173-7882</ref>
In a study among 34 female office workers, scalp massage was applied twice a week for 10 weeks. Positive effects were observed on stress hormone, blood pressure and heart rate. Therefore, scalp massage can be used for stress control with no spatial or time limit.<ref>Kim IH, Kim TY, Ko YW. The effect of a scalp massage on stress hormone, blood pressure, and heart rate of healthy female. J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 Oct;28(10):2703-2707. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.2703. Epub 2016 Oct 28. PMID: 27821918; PMCID: PMC5088109.</ref>
In another study among 30 anxiety neurosis patients, head massage with brahmi taila reports that mean gradation of anxiety reduced by 53.2 per cent which was highly significant.<ref>Madhavika Prakash Chaudhari, KSR Prasad, Brahmi tail Shiroabhyanga in Chittodwega (Anxiety Neurosis), J-ISM, V2 N3, July-September 2014, pp.127-131</ref>
'''Pouring of medicated oil over forehead (shirodhara):''' Total 16 volunteers were subjected to this procedure. Mood and stress levels, electrocardiogram (ECG), electroencephalogram (EEG) and selected biochemical markers of stress were assessed. Significant improvement in mood scores and level of stress were observed. Significant decrease in respiratory rate, heart rate and reduction in diastolic blood pressure were noted. The relaxed alert state after shirodhara was co-related with an increase in alfa rhythm in EEG. It leads to a state of alert calmness similar to the relaxation response observed in meditation.<ref>Dhuri KD, Bodhe PV, Vaidya AB. Shirodhara: A psycho-physiological profile in healthy volunteers. J Ayurveda Integr Med. 2013 Jan;4(1):40-4. doi: 10.4103/0975-9476.109550. PMID: 23741161; PMCID: PMC3667433.</ref>
'''Nasal instillation of oil in less quantity (pratimarsha nasya)''': In a study, it is reported that performing pratimarsha nasya as daily routine may be useful in controlling the progression as well as treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) if implemented in early stage. The study was conducted on 54 GAD patients. [[Nasya]] was performed daily for 3 months.<ref>Hiremath N. & Kulkarni M. (2021). A comparative study of brahmi taila and anutaila pratimarsha nasya in management of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). International Journal of Indian Psychology, 9(1), 137-147. DIP:18.01.016/20210901, DOI:10.25215/0901.016</ref>
'''Powder massage (udwartana)''': Powder massage is very effective in improving the texture and to open up the channels of skin. In a clinical study 10 obese persons were subjected to this therapy. Massage was done with Kola kulatthadi churna for 7 days. Significant reduction in body weight (mean weight reduced from 84.7 to 81.8) was reported.<ref>Venkatappa, Vinayaka & Patil, Suchitra. (2014). Effect of Udvartana (Powder Massage) On Obesity. Journal of alternative and complementary medicine (New York, N.Y.). 20. A148. 10.1089/acm.2014.5396.abstract.</ref>
==Conclusion==
[[Panchakarma]], as a therapy, has proved to be effective in treating many pathological conditions. Performing [[panchakarma]] as a daily routine will help in prevention of diseases and preservation of health. Primordial primary prevention, curation and promotive aspects should be given emphasis through [[panchakarma]]. It should focus on comprehensive and inclusive health care of the community. An evidence based approach in [[Ayurveda]] through [[panchakarma]] will lead to global revolution in public health care.
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