Rationale of ancient pragmatic approach in therapeutics of Falij-e-nisfi (hemiplegia): a review article

Abstract Falije Nisfi (Hemiplegia) is a disease causing loss of sensations and movements in longitudinal half of the body. It is the commonest form of paralysis, occurring due to cerebrovascular accident or stroke. Despite the advancements in modern technology and drug development, the figures in terms of deaths and disability caused by stroke grossly suggest the limitations in its management. Unani system of medicine asserts to possess treatment for recovery in Falije Nisfi (Hemiplegia). Unani Physicians such as Buqrat, Jalinoos, Ibne Sina, Razi and all successors have discussed Falije Nisfi (Hemiplegia) and described the risk factors, etiology, signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, prognosis, treatment and complications in detail. In this article authors delineate the Unani concept of Falije Nisfi (Hemiplegia).