Innovation Detail

Innovation Description

The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for joint pain. 
Disease symptoms: Joint swelling, joint tenderness.
Ingredients: Leaves of Avaram (Senna auriculata (L.) Roxb.) and Gingerly oil.
Preparation: Fry the leaves of Avaram in gingerly oil and crush them to prepare a paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply the paste over the affected area.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in the nearby forest. Gingerly oil is available in local markets.

Suggested Reading(s):

Bandawane, D. D., Beautikumari, S., Gate, S. S., & Patel, A. N. (2014). Evaluation of anti-arthritic activity of ethyl acetate fraction of Cassia auriculata Linn. leaves. Biomedicine & Aging Pathology, 4(2), 105-115.