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Traditional Medicine as a part of Indian healthcare system: Challenges and Recommendations

Kanupriya Sharma, Monika Gautam, Swati Kumari Choudhary, Akshay Anand

Keywords : Traditional Medicine, Challenge, Recommendation, Health care System

Citation Information : Sharma K, Gautam M, Choudhary SK, Anand A. Traditional Medicine as a part of Indian healthcare system: Challenges and Recommendations. Integr Med Case Rep 2023; 4 (2):71-76.

DOI: 10.38205/imcr.040271

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Published Online: 15-06-2024

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2023; Swami Paramhansa Swastha Siksha Evam Paryavaran Sanrakshan Samiti


Abstract

Background: Traditional Medicine (TM) is a system of medicine which is a combination of medical theories of various cultures, which can help in health maintenance, disease prevention and diagnostics. But this system of medicine has not been globally recognized and accepted, due to numerous reasons including, lack of research, technology, funding, etc. Summary: The present review focuses on discussing the gaps and limitations at both academic and administrative levels in the acceptance of TM as a part of the Indian Healthcare system. Certain in vivo and in vitro studies have been discussed in the present review, showing the beneficial effects of TM on various health conditions. Based on the discussed studies and limitations, the authors have further proposed certain recommendations, including documentation, national policies, and academics that can be helpful in the implementation of TM as a part of the Indian healthcare system. Key message: Through the present study, the authors have proposed that TM is an important part of the healthcare system, and this can be combined with conventional medicine to reduce the burden on the healthcare system in India as well as globally.

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