An Analytical Study of Rubrics of Mind in Psychodermatology using Synthesis 9.0 Repertory.
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 30
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Improving in patients of psychodermatological cases following homoeopathic prescription based on selected rubrics of mind from Synthesis 9.0 Repertory and using DLQI scale.
研究概览
简要总结
Title & Focus
Analytical study of Mind rubrics in Psychodermatology using Synthesis Repertory 9.0.
Emphasizes the mind–skin relationship in homeopathic practice.
Research Gap
Psychodermatology is under-explored in homeopathy as an integrated mind–skin approach.
Existing studies address mental disorders and skin diseases separately, not holistically.
Limited analytical studies on mind rubrics in dermatological conditions.
Research Question & Hypothesis
Research Question: Are mind rubrics from Synthesis 9.0 useful in psychodermatological cases?
Hypothesis (H1): Mind rubrics are useful.
Null Hypothesis (H0): Mind rubrics are not useful.
Introduction to Psychodermatology
Psychodermatology studies bidirectional interaction between mind and skin.
Emotional factors like stress, anxiety, grief, fear, depression influence skin diseases.
About 25–30% dermatology patients have associated psychological disorders.
Homeopathy is suitable due to its holistic and individualized approach.
Skin: Structure & Classification
Skin is the largest organ, derived from ectoderm.
Three layers: epidermis, dermis, hypodermis.
ICD-10 classifications included for:
Dermatitis
Psoriasis
Urticaria
Acne
Tinea (Dermatophytosis)
Major Skin Diseases Discussed
Atopic dermatitis – stress, itching, lichenification
Seborrheic dermatitis – stress-aggravated
Contact dermatitis – irritant or allergic
Neurodermatitis – itch-scratch cycle, stress related
Psoriasis – immune-mediated, stress-triggered
Tinea – fungal infection, stress-induced susceptibility
Acne – hormonal and emotional factors
Urticaria – histamine release, emotional stress triggers
Psychodermatology Concepts
Skin diseases are not merely local, but psychosomatic.
Emotional factors can:
Cause disease
Aggravate disease
Maintain chronicity
Mind influences immunity via Neuro-Immuno-Cutaneous System (NICS).
Wittkower’s Classification
Always psychogenic – Dermatitis artefacta, trichotillomania
Large psychogenic factor – Acne, neurodermatitis
Precipitated by emotions – Psoriasis, urticaria
Psychogenic overlay – Acne vulgaris, eczema, vitiligo
Psycho-Neuro-Endocrino-Immunology (PNEI) Axis
Integrates:
Nervous system
Endocrine system
Immune system
Explains stress-induced flare-ups in skin diseases.
Supports holistic therapeutic models.
Homeopathy & Psychodermatology
Hahnemann emphasized mental symptoms in every disease.
Mental diseases are not separate from physical diseases.
Aphorisms 216–225 describe psychosomatic illness.
Mental states often precede physical manifestations.
Importance of Repertorization
Repertory is essential to convert symptoms into remedies.
Synthesis Repertory 9.0:
Based on Kent’s philosophy
Rich in mental rubrics
Linked with RADAR software
Ideal for psychodermatological cases due to emphasis on mental generals.
Important Mind Rubrics Highlighted
Mind – ailments from grief, anger, fear, disappointment
Mind – anxiety with eczema
Mind – sadness with acne
Mind – anguish with skin eruptions
Mind – suppressed eruptions with mental symptoms
Objectives
Primary: Analyze usefulness of mind rubrics in psychodermatology.
Secondary:
Identify pattern and frequency of mind rubrics
Correlate mind symptoms with skin diseases
Methodology
Study design: Case series
Sample size: 30 cases
Study duration: 18 months
Tools used:
DLQI scale
CRF
RADAR – Synthesis 9.0
Inclusion & Exclusion Criteria
Included: Skin diseases with psychological involvement, age 16 years and above
Excluded: Mechanical injuries, burns, severe psychiatric illness
Outcome Assessment
Assessment based on change in DLQI score
Improvement reflects better quality of life and symptom control
Ethical Considerations
Informed consent taken
Confidentiality maintained
Conclusion Orientation
Study supports holistic homeopathic management
Mind rubrics play a significant role in treating psychodermatological disorders
Reinforces mind–body unity in disease expression and cure
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Na
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 16.00 Year(s) 至 60.00 Year(s)（—）
- 性别
- All
入选标准
- •1.Patient with skin conditions including dermatitis.
- •psoriasis acne urticaria Tinea infections.
- •2.Patient with mind history.
- •3.Age 16 to 60 years.
- •4.Patient willing to give consent.
排除标准
- •1.Dermatological conditions except Dermatitis Psoriasis Tinea infections acne and urticaria.
- •2.Dermatological conditions without psychological involvement example burns mechanical injuries.
- •3.Severe Psychiatric Disorders untreated schizophrenia.
- •4.During Pregnancy and lactating females.
- •5.Patient not willing to give consent.
结局指标
主要结局
Improving in patients of psychodermatological cases following homoeopathic prescription based on selected rubrics of mind from Synthesis 9.0 Repertory and using DLQI scale.
时间窗: On alternative follow up which is to be taken every 15 days or as per need for period within 18 months.
次要结局
- To analyse the usefulness, pattern and most frequently used mind rubrics in psychodermatological cases using Synthesis 9.0 repertory.(after 18 months)
研究者
Dr Rajeshwari Chandrashekhar Gaidhane
Motiwala (National) Homoeopathic Medical College and hospital