क्षेत्रीय आयुर्वेद अनुसंधान संस्थान, गंगटोक
क्षेत्रीय आयुर्वेद अनुसंधान संस्थान, गंगटोक
Introduction
The Regional Ayurveda Research Institute was established at Gangtok, Sikkim on 9वां June, 1979 under an autonomous apex body ‘Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences’, Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India, for organizing Research on a scientific basis in Ayurvedic Sciences and to provide Health Care services in the State.
The name Ayurveda Regional Research Institute (ARRI) was renamed as Regional Ayurveda Research Institute (RARI) with the new mandate i.e., ‘Clinical Research Programme on ‘lifestyle related and non-communicable disorders focusing on Gout.’
The Institute offers healthcare services through its Out Patients Department (OPD) and extends its reach through the implementation of outreach initiatives, including the ‘Tribal Health Care Research Programme (THCRP)’ and the ‘Ayurveda Mobile Health Care Programme (AMHCP)’ under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP). Furthermore, the Institute operates three Ayurveda Health Centers (AHCs) as sub-centers in three different districts of Sikkim.
Objectives of the institute
| 1. Clinical Research on lifestyle-related and non-communicable diseases focusing on Gout. |
| 2. To undertake Clinical Trials for studying the safety and efficacy of Ayurvedic drugs. |
| 3. To Survey and find out the new drug resources available in the State. |
| 4. Health care services through Out Patient Department (O.P.D) |
| 5. Special Clinic for Geriatric Health Care. |
| 6. Panchakarma therapy. |
| 7. Outreach activities such as Tribal Health Care Research Programme (THCRP), Ayurvedic Mobile Health Care Program under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP)and ‘Ayurvedic Health Centres’ extension centres of RARI, Gangtok under North East Plan of CCRAS, New Delhi at all district of Sikkim. |
Activities at a Glance
The Institute’s operations encompass several key areas, including services provided at its Hospital in Gangtok and at three Extension Centers designated as ‘Ayurvedic Health Centers’ located in Geyzing (West Sikkim), Jorethang (South Sikkim), and Mangan (North Sikkim). These activities comprise Out Patient Department (O.P.D) services, subsidized Pathological and Biochemistry Investigations, and the free distribution of Ayurvedic Medicines. Additionally, the Institute is involved in Information, Education & Communication (IEC) initiatives.
Furthermore, the Institute engages in clinical research through its Intra Mural Research Programme, conducts research related to medicinal plants (Medico-Ethno-Botanical Survey), and undertakes literary research and documentation of Local Health Tradition (LHT/Folk claims). Notably, the Institute also administers the Tribal Health Care Research Programme (THCRP) under the Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) and the Ayurvedic Mobile Health Care Program under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP), both of which are effectively contributing to the well-being of the masses.
Hospital division
Out-patient department RARI, Gangtok, provides health care services both at the Institute and through its extension centers across Sikkim. In addition to OPD operating from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the Institute features a dedicated laboratory wing for a wide range of biochemistry and pathology investigations. About 3, 97262 patients in the state have been treated since inception. The Institute is being accredited to Ayush Entry Level NABH certification from the Quality Council of India
Special Geriatric health care clinic
The Institute provides specialized healthcare services to the geriatric population. The comprehensive care is delivered through our Outpatient Department, offering a 60% discount on all services, including registration, Panchakarma, and laboratory charges. The institute ensures accessible and affordable care for all senior citizens of the society. A good number of patients are treated for their different age-related problems, like Vatavyadhi, Sandhivata, Madhumeha, Asmari, Hridroga, Asthila, Manashika Vikara, Vyanabala Vaisamya, Arsha, Bhagandara, Parikartika, Siragranthi, Amlapitta, Grahani Roga, Twak roga, etc.
Ayurveda Health Centres (AHC) under North East Plan (NEP)
Three AHCs are running in the three districts of Sikkim and providing health care services to the general public at Geyzing (West Sikkim district), Jorethang (South Sikkim district) and Mangan (North Sikkim district). The main objective of the project comprises providing health care services through OPDs, including basic health checkups, creating awareness about hygiene through counselling and distribution of IEC material among the masses in the local language, documentation of health-related demography, etc. Approximately 14532 patients benefit from the OPD facilities at
- Ayurveda Health Centre -1अनुसूचित जनजाति Floor -Nagar Panchayat building, Mangan, North Sikkim- 737 116
- Ayurveda Health Centre- Jorethang, Melli-Nayabazar Road, South Sikkim- 717 126
- Ayurveda Health Centre -Geyzing, Pandey Colony Geyzing- Pelling Road, West Sikkim- 737 111
Pathology and Biochemistry laboratory
The Institute is well-equipped with essential diagnostic instruments such as an Auto Analyzer, Hematology Analyzer, Binocular Compound Microscope, Incubator, Centrifuge, and Autoclave. Utilizing these facilities, a range of pathology and biochemistry investigations were conducted, including Biochemistry(EM-108, Kidney Function Test (KFT),Liver Function Test (LFT),Lipid Profile, Blood Glucose, HbA1c, Serum Calcium, Hemoglobin, Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Factor, C-Reactive Protein (CRP), Antistreptolysin O (ASO) Titer, Complete Blood Count (CBC), Blood Grouping, Urine Routine and Microscopic Examination (RE/ME), VDRL, HIV, and HBsAg.
Panchakarma unit
RARI, Gangtok features a Panchakarma therapy unit for both male and female patients separately, offering a variety of Panchakarma procedures such as Abhyanga, Swedana, Snehapana, Sirovasthi, Nasyakarma, Vaspa swedana,Nadi swedana, Patapinda pottali swedana,Shasthika Shali Pinda , Matra Vasti, etc. All procedures are conducted under the expert guidance of experienced Ayurveda physicians.
Tribal Health Care Research Programme (THCRP)
Under tribal sub plan (TSP)
Tribal Health Care Research Programme (THCRP) under the Tribal Sub Plan (TSP), launched by CCRAS in 1982 and implemented at RARI, Gangtok since December 2014, aims to provide doorstep Ayurvedic healthcare to ST communities while assessing their socio-demographic profile, diet, living conditions, and disease prevalence, along with promoting preventive health concepts. During the reporting period, 17 villages across districts of Mangan, Gyalshing, Soreng, Namchi, Gangtok, and Pakyong were covered, treating 824 patients (including 388 ST beneficiaries) with free medicines and conducting 507 investigations. Under THCRP-TSP (202526), two studies—“Documentation of Ethno-Dietary Practices Indigenous to India” and “Documentation of Plants, Metals, Minerals, Animal Products and Other Materials Used in Indigenous Religious Practices and Rituals across India”—were carried out. A total of 85 IDIs and 17 FGDs documented 775 special recipes (IDIs) and 204 recipes (FGDs), while 85 IDIs in villages and 9 IDIs at religious places documented 174 ritual practices. Audio-visual documentation was done with consent, and incidental healthcare and awareness activities were also provided. Overall, the studies contribute to preservation, validation, and promotion of indigenous dietary and ritual knowledge.
आयुर्वेद मोबाइल स्वास्थ्य देखभाल कार्यक्रम (एएमएचसीपी)
Under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP)
Ayurveda Mobile Health Care Programme (AMHCP) under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP), initiated at RARI, Gangtok in January 2016, aims to provide doorstep Ayurvedic healthcare to SC communities while assessing their socio-demographic profile, living conditions, dietary habits, disease prevalence, and promoting hygiene and preventive health awareness. Under AMHCP-SCSP (2025–26), two research studies—“Documentation of Ethno-Dietary Practices Indigenous to India” and “Documentation of Plants, Metals, Minerals, Animal Products and Other Materials Used in Various Indigenous Religious Practices and Rituals Across India”—were undertaken to systematically document and validate indigenous knowledge systems. A total of 109 field tours were conducted across 5 districts and 6 blocks, covering 16 areas: Budang Thangsing, Sherwani, Namin, Kamarey, Bhasmey, Pacheykhani (Losing), West Pendam, Turung, Saleumbong, Rateypani, Sorok, Siktam, Soreng Forest Block, Liching, Tashiding, Dentam, and Radukhandu, including both urban and rural populations. Data were collected through qualitative methods comprising 80 IDIs and 16 FGDs for ethno-dietary practices, 86 IDIs for religious practices, 24 IDIs at famous religious places, and 1 FGD in Vedic institutes, with audio/audiovisual documentation undertaken after obtaining informed consent. Additionally, incidental healthcare services were provided to 1,099 beneficiaries, and 40 awareness lectures along with IEC material distribution were conducted to promote health, hygiene, and Ayurveda-based lifestyle practices. A total of 457 lab investigations were conducted during the health check up camps.Overall, the studies contribute to the preservation, scientific validation, and integration of indigenous dietary and ritual knowledge into public health and cultural research frameworks
Pharmacovigilance Programme
The Pharmacovigilance Programme at the institute was initiated on 1st October 2020 with the objectives of monitoring drug safety, creating awareness about Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs), and reporting misleading advertisements related to ASU & H drugs/products and practices in the state of Sikkim. During the reporting period, a total of 39 Pharmacovigilance awareness programmes were organized at the institute, benefiting 915 participants. In addition, 156 misleading advertisements were collected, analysed, and forwarded to the respective State Licensing Authorities (SLA)/Drug Controllers (DC) and the concerned Intermediary Pharmacovigilance Centres
Survey of Medicinal Plant Unit (SMPU)
Since 1982, the Institute has diligently curated a comprehensive collection of medicinal plant specimens native to Sikkim. In 2024, this commitment to botanical research culminated in the establishment of the Survey of Medicinal Plant Unit (SMPU) within the institute’s framework. The Herbarium is registered in index herbarium by New York Botanical Garden with the acronym RARI. This institute, in conjunction with this unit, has undertaken extensive field surveys across Sikkim, Meghalaya, and Darjeeling district of West Bengal to gather and preserve raw drug materials sourced from diverse locations. These efforts have not only enriched the institute’s repository but also contributed significantly to the conservation and exploration of the region’s rich botanical diversity. A 13 days short tour and 01(8-days) long tour were conducted. 22.25 kg of raw drugs were collected. Out of this, 3.42 kg of raw drugs were supplied to various peripheral institutes of CCRAS. A total of 42 plant specimens were collected and identifyed 42 species belonging to 39 genera and 29 families, with 314 herbarium specimens prepared. Furthermore a total number of 474 accesion numbers were assigned to previously collected and mounted herbarium specimens. In the Agro-technique project, the populations of Habenaria intermedia, Habenaria edgeworthii, Crepidium acuminatum, and Malaxis muscifera were identified in Uttarakhand and Sikkim, with selected genotypes collected and planted in the herbal garden of Sikkim Reguinal Centre, GB Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment, Gangtok.
Completed Clinical Research Project
| SL.NO | Title of the project |
| 1. | To study the efficacy of Pippali churna in Pratisyaya (Running nose) in children |
| 2. | To study the efficacy of compound Ayurvedic formulation in Pravahika (Diarrhea) |
| 3. | To study the efficacy of compound Ayurvedic formulation in chronic Skin Diseases (Twakroga) |
| 4. | To study the efficacy of compound Ayurvedic formulation in Galaganda (Goitre) |
| 5. | To study the efficacy of compound Ayurvedic formulation Ayush-64 in Visamjvara |
| 6. | To study the efficacy of multiple Ayurvedic regimen in Sweta Pradar (White discharge) |
| 7. | To Study the efficacy of Bilva majja churna in “Grahini Dosa |
| 8. | To Study the efficacy of Hingu Triguna Taila and Yograj Guggulu in Gridhrasi Roga |
| 9. | Multi-centric clinical trial on Dhatri Lauha on Iron deficiency Anemia |
| 10. | Clinical evaluation of Punarnava Guggulu and Rasna Saptaka Kashaya in the Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis (Amavata) |
| 11. | A prospective open label controlled interventional study on the effect of Ayurvedic intervention (Ayurveda Raksha Kit) as a prophylactic measure in the Pandemic of COVID-19 – A community based study |
| 12. | Impact of Ayu Raksha Kit in Covid-19 community-based prophylactic study. |
| 13. | A prospective community based study for the evaluation of Yograj Guggulu, Ashwagandha churna and Narayana taila in Osteoarthritis knee (Janugata Sandhivata) |
| 14. | Effectiveness of Ayurveda based diet and Lifestyle advocacy on health related Quality of life in schedule Tribe population in India- a Community based, cluster randomized controlled study |
| 15. | Profiling of Demographic, health status and Non communicable Disease profiling among Scheduled Tribe population in East District and West District of Sikkim– A descriptive, Cross-Sectional epidemiological Study |
| 16. | A prospective community-based study for the evaluation of Dhatri Loha in the management of Anemia (Pandu) |
| 17. | A Prospective Community Based Study for The Evaluation of Effectiveness of Yograj Guggulu, Ashwagandha Churna and Narayana Taila in The Management of Osteoarthritis Knee (Janugat Sandhivata). |
| 18. | “Effectiveness of Ayurveda based diet and Lifestyle advocacy on health-related Quality of life in schedule Caste population in Sikkim- a community based; cluster randomized controlled study” |
| 19. | Demographic and Non communicable Disease profiling among Scheduled caste population in East Sikkim and South Sikkim– A descriptive, Cross-Sectional epidemiological Study. |
| 20. | Demographic and Non communicable Disease profiling among patients seeking Ayurveda treatment from Ayurveda Health Centres in selected North East regions in India – A descriptive, Cross-Sectional Study. |
| 21. | Effectiveness of Ayurveda based Diet &Lifestyle advocacies and Ayurvedic treatment regimen in patients seeking Ayurveda treatment from Ayurveda health centres in selected North east regions of India. |
| 22. | “Profiling of Demographic, Health Status And Non Communicable Diseases Among Scheduled Caste Population In East Sikkim – A Descriptive, Cross Sectional Epidemiological Study” |
| 23. | कथित तनाव में आयुष एसआर का एक यादृच्छिक प्लेसबो नियंत्रित परीक्षण |
| 24. | Cross sectional survey to determine the prevalence of Non-communicable Diseases and their risk factor among Scheduled Tribes in East district and West district of Sikkim |
| 25. | Effect of Ayush SR on psychological status and quality of life of apparently healthy elderly population – A multicenter double blind placebo controlled study |
| 26. | Non -Communicable Diseases and associated factors among health seekers approaching the selected Ayurveda Health centers in Northeast India |
| 27. | Systems Biology Approach to Delineate Molecular Signatures of Prakriti in Healthy Humans |
| 28. | Effectiveness of Ayush Rasayana A & B on Quality of Life of elderly population- A cluster randomized study |
| 29. | Effectiveness of composite Ayurveda regimen in a black box design for the management of Rheumatoid arthritis- A community based study |
| 30. | Acceptability of the Comprehensive x Ayurveda-based health care approach in the community and effectiveness of individualized health care – Cluster Randomized study |
| 31 | Assessment of acceptability of the Comprehensive Ayurveda-based health care approach in the tribal community and effectiveness of individualized health care – Cluster randomized study |
| 32 | General health screening with special focus on selected disease conditions (Tuberculosis, Anemia, Sickle Cell Disease & Malnutrition) and Ayurveda management of Anemia& Malnutrition in students of Ekalavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) [Metacentric collaborative project. |
| 33 | Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) towards Pharmacovigilance of Ayurvedic Medicines among Registered Ayurvedic Medical Practitioners of the Respective States – a Multicenter Study. |
Ongoing Medicinal Research Project
| SL.NO | Title of the project |
| 1. | Critical appraisal and validation of Local Health Traditions (LHTs), Oral Health Traditions (OHTs) and Ethno Medicinal Practices (EMPs): An inclusive study among Ethnic communities of Northeast India. |
| 2. | Development of agro-techniques for selected Astavarga plants |
Newly initiated clinical projects
| SL.NO | Title of the project |
| 1. | Documentation of Ethno-dietary practices indigenous to India. |
| 2. | Documentation of plants, metals, minerals, animal products and other materials used in various indigenous religious |
आउटरीच गतिविधियाँ
Key Outreach Activities by RARI Gangtok
- Tribal Health Care Research Programme (THCRP): Providing Ayurvedic health services, check‑ups, and awareness to tribal populations in Sikkim. The programme also documents local traditional health/folk‑medicine practices (folklore health claims) for research.
- Ayurvedic Mobile Health Care Programme (AMHCP) under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP): Delivering doorstep Ayurvedic medical aid to Scheduled Caste communities — including health check‑ups, demographic & lifestyle surveys, disease‑prevalence studies, and counselling on hygiene, preventive health, and Ayurvedic lifestyle (diet/routine).
- Extension through Ayurveda Health Centres (AHCs): Operating sub‑centers in districts of Sikkim (West, South, North) — offering OPD services, basic health checkups, counseling/awareness, hygiene & preventive‑health education, and free Ayurvedic treatment to communities.
- Health Camps & Community Awareness Programmes: Organizing outreach tours and camps under SCSP / THCRP to reach underserved or marginalized areas — providing consultations, Ayurvedic treatments, laboratory investigations, and raising awareness about preventive health, hygiene, and Ayurveda lifestyle.
- Healthcare Services via OPD & Geriatric Clinic: Through its main facility and outreach arms, RARI provides outpatient services, geriatric care (special clinics for elderly), subsidized diagnostics and therapies, Panchakarma treatments, and chronic / lifestyle‑disease management across populations.
- Medicinal‑Plant Surveys & Botanical Outreach: Under its Survey of Medicinal Plant Unit (SMPU), RARI conducts field surveys across Sikkim (and neighboring regions) to catalogue medicinal plants, preserve plant‑based drug resources, and promote sustainable, community‑based medicinal‑plant cultivation — benefiting local communities and traditional practitioners.
Ongoing Activities by RARI Gangtok
Tribal Health Care Research Programme (THCRP)
- Effectiveness of an Ayurveda Regimen as an adjunct to the ICDS diet in the management of Moderate Acute Malnutrition among children aged 3-5 years: A community based, prospective cluster-randomised controlled Clinical.”
Trial will be conducted in all the identified 4 clusters. A total of 40 eligible participants as per the study inclusion criteria will be enrolled in the study. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured Ayurveda regimen as an adjunct to the existing ICDS supplementary nutrition programme in improving the nutritional status of children aged 3-5 years with Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM). The study will be executed through 9 peripheral institutes in tribal-dominated areas under the THCRP-TSP framework.
- “Efficacy of Ayurveda Nutritional supplement (Ayush BL) as adjuvant to Punarnavadi Mandoor in the management of Moderate Iron Deficiency Anaemia in the adolescent Girls: A community-based cluster Randomized trial”
Trial will be conducted in all the identified 4 clusters. A total of 60 eligible participants as per the study inclusion criteria will be enrolled in the study. This study aims to assess the additive benefit of Ayush BL along with Punarnavadi Mandoor in improving haemoglobin levels and clinical symptoms among adolescent girls with moderate iron deficiency anaemia. This study will be implemented through 9 peripheral institutes under the THCRP-TSP framework.
- Assessment of Health-Care Seeking Behaviour of the Population and Perceptions of Key Health-System Stakeholders with special focus on AYUSH system of medicine across India – A community-based cross-sectional study.
This project will be carried nationwide across the culturally and geographically distinct zones/ districts identified for the Sampada project in 2025-26. Incidental Health Care and Awareness activities will also be carried out while executing the project. Health-care-seeking behavior reflects how individuals respond to illness and health needs. This national community-based study aims to assess the utilization and preference for AYUSH, particularly Ayurveda, for preventive, promotive, and curative care, along with perceptions of consumers and key health-system stakeholders regarding its integration. The study will examine variations across demographic, socioeconomic, rural/urban, and geographic groups, including marginalized populations, and identify barriers, community needs, and factors influencing the choice between Ayurveda and conventional health-care systems. Sample size for THCRP- TSP Gangtok is 900, from selected 17 blocks and 24 villages.
Ayurvedic Mobile Health Care Programme (AMHCP) under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP)
1. Impact assessment of Ayurveda-based lifestyle advocacy and household utilization
Of medicinal plants through kitchen gardens in primary healthcare.
The use of medicinal plants as household remedies, especially through kitchen or home herbal gardens, can be an important component of Ayurveda-based primary healthcare. Traditional and complementary medicine have been shown to act as a primary source of care in underserved regions due to their accessibility and lower cost burden. However, there is a paucity of systematic, multicentric impact assessment studies evaluating the effectiveness of Ayurveda-based lifestyle advocacy and the utilisation of medicinal plants.
2. Association between Viruddha Ahara practice and psoriasis – A case-control study
Ayurveda offers a complementary dietary paradigm through the concept of Viruddha Ahara (incompatible food combinations and dietary practices). Classical literature describes that long-term consumption of Viruddha Ahara leads to impairment of Agni, accumulation of Ama, and systemic inflammatory responses. Ayurvedic and integrative medicine reviews suggest the same that such dietary incompatibilities may contribute to chronic inflammatory and immune-mediated conditions, conceptually paralleling diet-related immune dysregulation in psoriasis.
3. Association between Viruddha Ahara Practices and Rheumatoid Arthritis
(Amavata) – A Case-Control Study
Ayurveda offers a parallel dietary framework through the concept of Viruddha Ahara (~incompatible food combinations) that, after prolonged use, disrupts digestion, produces Ama, and triggers systemic inflammation. Classical sources also enumerate several such combinations (e.g., milk with fish or sour fruits, honey with ghee in equal proportions, reheated food, or improper meal timing). Contemporary Ayurvedic and integrative medical reviews argue that these incompatible dietary habits can induce metabolic disturbances analogous to those observed in chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. However, despite these theoretical connections, no empirical epidemiological or case-control study has systematically examined the association between Viruddha Ahara practices and RA (Amavata). Therefore, the proposed case-control survey study has been planned to see the association between Viruddha ahara practice and Rheumatoid arthritis. This unique approach will help identify potentially modifiable dietary risk factors and promote preventive; integrative healthcare strategies grounded in both traditional and contemporary scientific understanding.
4. Assessment of Health-Care Seeking Behavior of the Population and Perception of Key Health System Stakeholders with special focus on Ayush system of medicine across India – A community-based cross-sectional study
Health-care-seeking behavior refers to the actions individuals and communities take in response to perceived illness and health needs. In India’s pluralistic health system, multiple medical systems coexist, including Ayurveda, which continues to be widely utilized for preventive, promotive, and therapeutic purposes. Government initiatives such as the National AYUSH Mission and the National Health Policy 2017 emphasize integrating Ayurveda into primary health care to improve accessibility and patient-centered care. However, utilization patterns and perceptions of Ayurveda vary considerably across regions and population groups, highlighting the need for systematic assessment at the national level.
Extension through Ayurveda Health Centers (AHCs):
- Assessment of Health-Care Seeking Behavior of the Population and Perception of Key Health System Stakeholders with special focus on Ayush system of medicine across India – A community-based cross-sectional study
Health-care-seeking behavior refers to the actions individuals and communities take in response to perceived illness and health needs. In India’s pluralistic health system, multiple medical systems coexist, including Ayurveda, which continues to be widely utilized for preventive, promotive, and therapeutic purposes. Government initiatives such as the National AYUSH Mission and the National Health Policy 2017 emphasize integrating Ayurveda into primary health care to improve accessibility and patient-centered care. However, utilization patterns and perceptions of Ayurveda vary considerably across regions and population groups, highlighting the need for systematic assessment at the national level.
Prakriti Parikshan
A Cross-Sectional Survey to Study the Distribution Pattern of Different Prakriti Types Across India – A Multicentric Study is a nationwide research project conducted by the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of AYUSH, to scientifically evaluate the distribution of different Prakriti (body constitution) types across India and their association with various health parameters. The study follows a multicentric cross-sectional design with a duration of one year and includes adults aged 18–60 years from selected geographical regions. The primary objective is to document the distribution pattern of Prakriti, while the secondary objectives include assessing its association with memory (PGI Memory Scale), sleep quality (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index), overall health status, and the inheritance pattern of Prakriti across three generations. At RARI Gangtok, a total of 300 participants will be enrolled for Prakriti and Swasthya assessment, along with 20 families (covering three generations) for the inheritance study. Participant data will be collected through the CCRAS AYUSH Prakriti Web Portal and Swasthya Assessment Scale (SAS) Portal, with recruitment carried out from OPDs, health camps, colleges, offices, and community settings. The study aims to generate baseline national data that will strengthen the scientific evidence for personalized, preventive, and predictive Ayurvedic healthcare and support the integration of Ayurveda into public health.
Yoga
Feasibility of Integrating a Yoga Regimen into Ayurveda Treatment-as-Usual (TAU) for Selected Musculoskeletal Conditions: A Multicentric Health Systems Implementation Study in CCRAS Institutes
Literature Review:
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) such as osteoarthritis, low back pain, cervical spondylosis, and frozen shoulder are major causes of disability. Ayurveda and Yoga are both effective approaches for managing these conditions, but their integration in routine clinical practice remains limited. This multicenter study aims to assess the feasibility of integrating a structured Yoga regimen with Ayurveda Treatment-as-Usual (TAU) across 11 CCRAS institutes to support evidence-based integrative healthcare.
Objectives:
- Primary Objective: To assess the feasibility of integrating a structured Yoga regimen into Ayurveda Treatment-as-Usual (TAU) for selected musculoskeletal disorders.
- Secondary Objectives: To evaluate acceptability, operational feasibility, patient adherence, clinical outcomes (pain and function), and identify barriers and facilitators to implementation.