EFFICACY OF YOGA VASTI IN ANOVULATION: A PILOT STUDY

Abstract

Infertility is commonly increasing problem which any gynaecologist has to face in their gynaecological carrier. Infertility is a common problem of about 10% of women aged 15 to 44. It is a significant problem that affects many couples mental and physical health and disturbs there family as well as social life. Evaluation is the starting point for treatment of infertility as it may suggest specific causes and appropriate treatment modalities. The causes of female infertility is multifactorial, a systematic approach typically is used and involves testing for ovulatory factor, uterotubal factor, and peritoneal factor. Anovulatory dysfunction is a common problem and is responsible for about 40% of female infertility. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) remains one of its leading causes. Ayurveda explains many treatment modalities pertaining to infertility. The present pilot study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of Yoga vasti & oral administration of Ayurvedic drugs (Artava pravartakas & Artava janakas) in the management of Ovulation factor in infertility. This article clearly gives an idea about some successes cases of infertility with anovulation, done in OPD and IPD of PG Dept of Prasuti and Stree roga of Dr BRKR Govt. Ayurvedic Hospital, Hyderabad.