The Ayurveda Way - Holistic Geriatric Care for A Healthy Old Age
Sinha R1*, Jayashree KS2
DOI:10.21760/jaims.10.4.29
1* Rajat Sinha, Post Graduate Scholar, Department of Dravyaguna, Ramakrishna Ayurvedic Medical College, Hospital and Research Center, Yelahanka, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
2 Jayashree KS, Professor and HOD, Department of Dravyaguna, Ramakrishna Ayurvedic Medical College, Hospital and Research Center, Yelahanka, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Aging is an inevitable and progressive biological process that affects the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of an individual. Ayurveda, the ancient science of life, provides a holistic approach to geriatric care, focusing on maintaining health, preventing age-related disorders, and promoting longevity. The concept of Jara (aging) is primarily associated with Vata Dosha aggravation, leading to degenerative changes in the body. Dravyaguna Vijnana (Ayurvedic pharmacology) plays a crucial role in geriatric care by utilizing various Rasayana (rejuvenate) herbs and formulations that enhance strength, immunity, cognitive function, and overall vitality. Ayurvedic interventions, including Medhya Rasayana (nootropic herbs), Balya and Brimhana Dravyas (strength-promoting substances), and age-specific dietary regimens, are effective in preventing and managing common geriatric disorders such as Sandhivata (osteoarthritis), Smriti Hani (memory loss), Pandu Roga (anemia), and Jatharagni Mandya (digestive weakness). Along with herbal medicine, therapies like Panchakarma, Abhyanga (oil massage), Swedana (herbal fomentation), and Shirodhara play a significant role in promoting physical and mental well-being in old age. This article explores the role of Dravyaguna in holistic geriatric care, highlighting Ayurvedic pharmacological principles, therapeutic herbs, and formulations that support healthy aging and longevity.
Keywords: Ayurveda, Geriatric care, Rasayana Therapy, Dravyaguna Vijnana, Healthy aging
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, Post Graduate Scholar, Department of Dravyaguna, Ramakrishna Ayurvedic Medical College, Hospital and Research Center, Yelahanka, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.Sinha R, Jayashree KS, The Ayurveda Way - Holistic Geriatric Care for A Healthy Old Age. J Ayu Int Med Sci. 2025;10(4):195-201. Available From https://jaims.in/jaims/article/view/4240/ |