This study will test how well a traditional Ayurvedic oil treatment called Mahanarayana Taila Seka and a special ankle bandage known as Swastika Bandhana work together to treat ankle sprains, helping to reduce pain and swelling, support the ankle, and improve movement during healing.

Phase 3

Not yet recruiting

• Conditions: Sprain of ankle. Ayurveda Condition: GULPA-MARMAVIDDHAH,

• Registration Number: CTRI/2025/04/085312
• Lead Sponsor: Dr Shashanka Parameshwara Bhat P

Brief Summary

This study aims to evaluate the combined efficacy of Mahanarayana Taila Seka and Swastika Bandhana in the management of Gulpha Marmaghata, which can be correlated to ankle sprains in modern medicine. The ankle joint, vital for mobility, is prone to sprains due to sudden twisting or rolling, causing ligament injuries. While ankle sprains are common, especially in women and children, they often lead to pain, swelling, and instability. Current treatments, including RICE and anti-inflammatory medications, offer temporary relief but lack long-term healing properties. Traditional Ayurvedic treatments, including Mahanarayana Taila Seka and Swastika Bandhana, have shown potential in promoting faster healing by addressing the underlying cause of ligament injury. The study aims to critically analyze the literature on Gulpha Marmaghata and ankle sprains, while assessing the effectiveness of these Ayurvedic therapies in comparison to modern treatment protocols. The hypothesis proposes that the combined approach significantly improves healing and recovery in ankle sprain cases.

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Last Update Posted: 2025-04-16
• Study Start: 2025-04-27

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Not Yet Recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 30

Inclusion Criteria

• Patients with Grade I and Grade II clinical features of Ankle Sprain.
• Subject presenting clinical features of Gulpha Marmaghata/Ankle sprain.

Exclusion Criteria

• Patients with fracture, dislocation, and open wound of Ankle joint.
• Patients with H/O ligament bony reconstructive surgery to ankle and foot.
• Grade III ankle sprain.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Pain reduction before and after outcome	Assessed on 0th, 3rd , 6th, 9th, and 12th day

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Improvement in range of movements
Reduction in swelling
Reduction in tenderness

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya and Hospital; 🇮🇳 Dharwad, KARNATAKA, India

Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya and Hospital

🇮🇳Dharwad, KARNATAKA, India

Dr Shashanka Parameshwara Bhat P

Principal investigator

9481467664

drshashankpbhat@gmail.com