Insomnia, Sleeping disorders, loss or Lack of sleep, Sleeplessness, Anxiety or stress due to lack of sleep - A unani (Herbal) Prospective by Sage Unani.

 Sleeplessness or Sleep disorders

Loss or Lack of sleep is termed as INSOMNIA

The term "Insomnia" refers to having trouble sleeping and staying asleep. ICD-10 also describes it as difficulty in getting off to sleep, difficulty in the maintenance of sleep and unsatisfactory sleep quality. It is a very common sleep condition that has negative effects on daily functioning, behaviour, and quality of life.

It also has negative economic and professional repercussions. Insomniacs have difficulty remaining asleep or getting asleep. 

According to the Unani medical system, a condition known as "Sehar" can be found in the old Unani literature and is similar to insomnia.

The temperaments Haraarat and Yaboosat (Hotness & Dryness), which refine the Rooh e Nafsani (Mental Pneuma / Pyschic Soul) and its movement outward, are also noted as contributing to Sehar (Insomnia), which is excessive wakefulness.

Normal sleep is attributed to the body's Rutoobat vo Buroodat (Moistness & Coldness); if there is an imbalance, it suggests the preponderance of Yaboosat vo Haraarat (Dryness & Hotness) widespread in the brain, which is claimed to be the main cause of Insomia.

@ Sage Unani Hospital we provide a vast array of single and compound medications, regimens, and treatments that can be utilized both internally and topically for the management of Sleeplessness.

For one to maintain good physical and mental health, adequate rest and sleep are necessary. It might be a nightmare to have trouble falling asleep or to have a restless and interrupted sleep every night.

Insomnia may leave a person mentally stressed out in addition to the extreme physical exhaustion and lethargy, which is sure to have an effect on their personal and professional lives and responsibilities. The prevalence of insomnia has been alarmingly increasing over the past few years.

Not everyone who suffers from insomnia displays the same symptoms. Some people's condition, known as transient insomnia, may only last a few days or weeks. Some individuals may experience intermittent insomnia.

 

The Symptoms and Signs of Insomnia

In severe cases, insomnia and the discomfort it causes (chronic insomnia) may last for months. Some health diseases, including diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, heart problems, and GERD, to mention a few, can cause sleeplessness as a symptom.

In addition to bad dietary and lifestyle choices, sleeplessness is also known to be significantly influenced by extreme anxiety and depression.

 

Treatment For Insomnia @ Sage Unani Hospital & Research Center as per Unani system of medicine

One of the classical medical practices, Unani, has earned widespread recognition for its success in treating a range of serious and challenging health issues, including sleeplessness.

v Dietotherapy,

v Regimental Therapy, and

v Pharmacotherapy are all used in conjunction with one another in Unani treatment for insomnia.

A. Dietary Therapy for Insomnia

The goal of dietotherapy, also known as Ilaj Bil Ghiza, is to make the required dietary adjustments to treat insomnia. The daily consumption of bananas, Akrots (Walnuts), Kahu (lettuce leaves), sweet potatoes, grapefruits, whole grains, Chicken & red meat (in moderation) all contribute to the reduction of insomnia.

However, those who suffer from sleeplessness should make every effort to limit their intake of processed meals / Packed foods. Additionally, unani medicine advises having a light dinner at least 3 hours before bed.

Cheese, Meats, Aerated, Alcoholic and caffeinated beverages should be minimized.

B. Treatment of Insomnia with Unani (Herbal) Medicine

@ Sage Unani Hospital, Unani (Herbal) medicines were used (Ilaj Bil Dawa), to treat discomfort and alignments. Some of the UNANI (herbal) remedies frequently used to treat insomnia are:

v Rogan Kaddu (PUMPKIN Seed Oil)

v Rogan Badaam Sherien (Sweet Almond Oil)

v Hareera Magaz Badaam (Caudle made-up of Almonds)

v A number of compound formulations to treat the altered humoral balance, organic causes and other causative factors of sleeplessness were used @ Sage Unani hospital

By reestablishing the harmony between the four humor of the body—Blood (Dum), Yellow Bile (Safra), Phlegm (Balgham), and Black Bile (Sauda)—Unani medicine primarily aims to alleviate insomnia.

These four types of humour are what not only sustain the body and its essential organs but also help to ward off numerous illnesses.

 C. Methods of Detoxification / Regimental therapies used for Sleep Disorder

The unani system of medicine emphasis on body detoxification procedure through its Regimental Therapies, or Ilaj Bil Tadbeer, to alleviate insomnia.

The detoxification is accomplished through:

v Nutool Therapy - Irrigation (Pouring of Medicated oil / Medicated water) (Shirodhara)

v Hijama (Cupping Therapy)

v Exercise (Riyazat),

v Massages (Dalk),

v Leeching (Taleeq-e-Alaq),

v Venesection (Fasd), and

v Turkish baths (Hammam).

 Nutool Therapy - Irrigation (Pouring of Medicated oil / Medicated water) is highly recommended by Unani Scholars & Physicians for Sleeplessness, Stress, Anxiety, Mood disorders, Psychiatric disorders and various other mental and psychic issues. It is found to have very effective and significant success rate. The intake of sleeping pills can be avoided completely by using this therapy @ Sage Unani Hospital & Research Center, Anna Nagar, Chennai-40.

Dr. Waseem Ahmed M.D. (U)

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