Integrative Management of Stage 3 Chronic Kidney Disease: A Case Report on Infrared Sauna Therapy, Blood Cupping and Vegan Diet

Integrative Management of Stage 3 Chronic Kidney Disease: A Case Report on Infrared Sauna Therapy, Blood Cupping and Vegan Diet

Registration ID: IJNRD_227199

Published ID: IJNRD2408408

DOI: http://doi.one/10.1729/Journal.41318

Dr. Dasheni Puvanaendran , Dr. Lydia Devega Devanayagam , Bhushan Nikam

Keywords: Chronic Kidney Disease, Infrared Sauna Therapy, Blood Cupping, Vegan Diet, Renal Function Improvement, Stage 3 CKD.

Abstract Background: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a progressive condition characterized by a gradual decline in renal function, which can significantly impact quality of life. Traditional management strategies often focus on pharmacological and dietary interventions to slow disease progression. This case report explores the use of integrative therapies, specifically infrared sauna therapy, blood cupping, and a vegan diet, as complementary approaches to managing Stage 3 CKD. The aim is to evaluate their potential combined impact on renal function and overall patient outcomes. Case Presentation: A 79-year-old male with Stage 3 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and a history of hypercholesterolemia underwent a comprehensive treatment plan for his CKD. Treatment plan was initiated, including 40-minute infrared sauna sessions twice a week for three consecutive months, completed four blood cupping sessions, with one session per week lasting 45 minutes, over a period of two consecutive months and lifestyle modifications focusing on diet transitioned to a vegan diet, fully eliminating red meat, gluten, and dairy from his dietary intake. Significant improvement was noted after the treatment, with EGFR improving to 57 mL/min/1.73m², and normalization of creatinine and urea levels. No major contraindications were observed. Conclusion: The integration of infrared sauna therapy and blood cupping sessions, along with targeted lifestyle modifications, led to significant improvements in renal function in a patient with stage 3 chronic kidney disease. The patient showed notable enhancements in EGFR and normalization of creatinine and urea levels. These findings suggest that integrative approaches may offer effective complementary options for managing CKD.

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"Integrative Management of Stage 3 Chronic Kidney Disease: A Case Report on Infrared Sauna Therapy, Blood Cupping and Vegan Diet", IJNRD - INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (www.IJNRD.org), ISSN:2456-4184, Vol.9, Issue 8, page no.e68-e70, August-2024, Available :https://ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2408408.pdf

Volume 9 Issue 8, August-2024

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Paper Reg. ID: IJNRD_227199

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Research Area: Medical Science

Country: Nashik, maharashtra, India

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DOI: http://doi.one/10.1729/Journal.41318

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