NON-PHARMACOLOGICAL MANAGEMENT OF ZIGHTUDDAM QAWI (HYPERTENSION) IN UNANI SYSTEM OF MEDICINE

In Unani System of Medicine, the concept Zightuddam Qawi (Hypertension) is described under heading Imtila (Congestion fluid in body) by many physicians. Hypertension basically a disease blood vessels which have elevated pressure. The possible causes this mentioned system medicine are Sue Mizaj Damvi (abnormal sanguineous temperament), Sauda-e-Muhatriqa (burnt melanin) and Haar Yabis (hot dry temperament). modern medicine, enlisted category lifestyle disorders. factors predispose include obesity, excessive salt intake, alcohol smoking etc. view non-pharmacological management can be achieved Ilaj-bil-Ghiza (Dietotherapy) Ilaj-bit-Tadbeer (Regimenal Therapy). therapies beneficial Fasd (Venesection), Hijamah (Cupping), Riyazat (Exercise), Dalak (Massage) Hammam (Turkish bath/ Steam bath).