Unani medicine system utilizes a number of
herbal therapies for treating a patient. To know about the various
therapies, read on.
The Unani system of medicine makes use of a number of
things for treating a patient. It believes in a holistic approach of
healing. As a result, it incorporates various therapies for healing not
only the disease but also focus on the overall health condition of the
patient. For internal healing it utilizes herbal medicines, which are
prepared from natural objects. On the other hand, for external healing
it uses a number of therapies, which depend on the type of ailment and
the condition of the patient.
Balneology
The application of bath for healing purposes in the traditional Unani
medicine system is known as Balneology. The bathing therapy is conducted
in a bathing room which is refer to as Hammam in Arabic and ancient
Unani text.
Cupping
Cupping is a unique therapy in Unani medicine system. The therapy is
based on the principle of Acupressure and employs glass cups for the
same. Cupping treatment is carried out in order to remove any blockages
in the tissues and arteries.
Dietetics
The traditional system of medicine, Unani lays stress on the importance
of diet on health. According to Avicenna, most of the illnesses arise as
a result of prolonged disorders related to diet and regimen.
Pharmacotherapy
Pharmacotherapy or Pharmacology in Unani involves the usage of drugs,
which have natural origin. This means that they can be derived from
natural sources like plant, animal or mineral. With the help of these
components, single as well as compound remedies are prepared. These
drugs can be in the form of Safuf (Powder), Haboob (Pills) and Qurs
(Tablets), Kushtajat (Oxides) and Sharbat (Syrups). However, Majun,
Itrefal and Khamirajat (Semi solids) are used in the treatment of
various complex and chronic disorders. In a more complex situation,
surgery is deemed as the last resort.
