Geogr Med. 1989 ; 19(): 163-85.

The Unani traditional medical system in India: a case study in health behaviour.

Izhar N.

Department of Geography and Regional Development, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, India.

The study examines the practice of Unani traditional medicine in India. The case study is based on the Unani Clinic situated in Aligarh Town; patients, practitioner of Unani medicine, and para-medical staff were interviewed about their patterns of patients' health behaviour, of particular interest was the utilization of Unani medical facilities by people of different age groups and belonging to different socio-economic strata. Observations are made regarding effectiveness of the Unani medical system.