The Effect of Siddha Medicine in Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Case Report
The heterogeneity, complexity, co-occurring conditions, and lifelong impact are unique features of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), making it a challenging disorder to diagnose and treat. The Siddha medicinal system offers a comprehensive approach to health that extends beyond the corporeal realm....
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| author | Preetheekha Elangovan Gomathi Ramasamy Priyadharshini Ananthathandavan Meenakshi Sundaram Malayam |
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| description | The heterogeneity, complexity, co-occurring conditions, and lifelong impact are unique features of Autism Spectrum Disorder
(ASD), making it a challenging disorder to diagnose and treat. The Siddha medicinal system offers a comprehensive approach to
health that extends beyond the corporeal realm. It encompasses emotional, social, spiritual, and intellectual aspects of well-being.
Siddha medicine is unique in its holistic approach to healthcare, emphasising the overall well-being of an individual rather than just
treating symptoms. It focuses on balancing the body’s three humours, or doshas, to restore equilibrium. This case report describes
a 10-year-old male with behavioural complications and Gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms diagnosed with Mantha sanni (ASD). The
patient received specialised Siddha interventions, including Amukkara chooranam, Brahmi nei, Mantha ennai, and Varmam (a
form of external manipulation). The study evaluated the treatment outcome over 90 days using the Indian Scale for Assessment
of Autism (ISAA). The child showed significant improvement in all areas of the ISAA scale, including social relations, language and
communication skills, behavioural patterns, emotional responsiveness, cognitive functions, and sensory perception. The overall
score, previously indicating moderate autism at 159, improved to 100, indicating mild autism, after treatment. This case report
contributes to the scientific literature by providing novel insights into alternative medicine treatments for individuals with ASD.
These treatments can help them lead satisfying lives and enhance their quality of existence.
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| spelling | doaj.art-c5569ed517354c1fb3cef9a38fbc2a702023-09-16T10:07:05ZengJCDR Research and Publications Private LimitedJournal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research2249-782X0973-709X2023-08-011708010310.7860/JCDR/2023/62788.18332The Effect of Siddha Medicine in Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Case ReportPreetheekha Elangovan0Gomathi Ramasamy1Priyadharshini Ananthathandavan2Meenakshi Sundaram Malayam3Medical Officer, Jain’s Clinic, Thirumazhisai Street, Sundaram Colony, East Tambaram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.Medical Officer, National Institute of Siddha, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice, SRM College of Pharmacy, SRMIST, Kattankullathur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.Professor and Head, Department of Paediatrics, National Institute of Siddha, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.The heterogeneity, complexity, co-occurring conditions, and lifelong impact are unique features of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), making it a challenging disorder to diagnose and treat. The Siddha medicinal system offers a comprehensive approach to health that extends beyond the corporeal realm. It encompasses emotional, social, spiritual, and intellectual aspects of well-being. Siddha medicine is unique in its holistic approach to healthcare, emphasising the overall well-being of an individual rather than just treating symptoms. It focuses on balancing the body’s three humours, or doshas, to restore equilibrium. This case report describes a 10-year-old male with behavioural complications and Gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms diagnosed with Mantha sanni (ASD). The patient received specialised Siddha interventions, including Amukkara chooranam, Brahmi nei, Mantha ennai, and Varmam (a form of external manipulation). The study evaluated the treatment outcome over 90 days using the Indian Scale for Assessment of Autism (ISAA). The child showed significant improvement in all areas of the ISAA scale, including social relations, language and communication skills, behavioural patterns, emotional responsiveness, cognitive functions, and sensory perception. The overall score, previously indicating moderate autism at 159, improved to 100, indicating mild autism, after treatment. This case report contributes to the scientific literature by providing novel insights into alternative medicine treatments for individuals with ASD. These treatments can help them lead satisfying lives and enhance their quality of existence. https://www.jcdr.net/articles/PDF/18332/62788_CE[Ra1]_F(IS)_QC(SHK_OM)_PF1(AG_KM)_PFA(AG_KM)_PN(KM).pdfamukkara chooranambehavioural issuesbrahmi neigastrointestinal symptomsmantha sanni |
| spellingShingle | Preetheekha Elangovan Gomathi Ramasamy Priyadharshini Ananthathandavan Meenakshi Sundaram Malayam The Effect of Siddha Medicine in Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Case Report Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research amukkara chooranam behavioural issues brahmi nei gastrointestinal symptoms mantha sanni |
| title | The Effect of Siddha Medicine in Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Case Report |
| title_full | The Effect of Siddha Medicine in Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Case Report |
| title_fullStr | The Effect of Siddha Medicine in Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Case Report |
| title_full_unstemmed | The Effect of Siddha Medicine in Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Case Report |
| title_short | The Effect of Siddha Medicine in Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Case Report |
| title_sort | effect of siddha medicine in treating autism spectrum disorder a case report |
| topic | amukkara chooranam behavioural issues brahmi nei gastrointestinal symptoms mantha sanni |
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