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Scope of Ayurveda
Ayurveda is a holistic system of
healing which evolved among the Brahmin sages
of ancient India some 3000-5000 years ago.
There are several aspects of this system of
medicine which distinguish it from other
approaches to health care:
It focuses on establishing and maintaining
balance of the life energies within us, rather than
focusing on individual symptoms.
It recognizes the unique constitutional differences
of all individuals and therefore recommends
different regimens for different types

of people. Although two people may appear to

have the same outward symptoms, their
energetic constitutions may be very different
and therefore call for very different remedies.
Ayurveda is a complete medical
system which recognizes that ultimately all
intelligence and wisdom flows from one
Absolute source (Paramatman). Health
manifests by the grace of the Absolute acting
through the laws of Nature (Prakriti). Ayurveda
assists Nature by promoting harmony between
the individual and Nature by living a life of
balance according to her laws.

Ayurveda describes three fundamental

universal energies which regulate all

natural processes on both the
macrocosmic and microcosmic levels.
That is, the same energies which
produce effects in the various galaxies
and star systems are operating at the
level of the human physiology--in your
own physiology. These three universal
energies are known as the Tridosha .

Finally, the ancient Ayurvedic physicians

realized the need for preserving the

alliance of the mind and body and offers
mankind tools for remembering and
nurturing the subtler aspects of our
humanity. Ayurveda seeks to heal the
fragmentation and disorder of the mindbody complex and restore wholeness
and harmony to all people.

Scope Of Ayurvedic Medicine

Classically, Ayurvedic Medicine was

conceptualized and practiced as eight major
clinical subspecialties of medicine in addition to
numerous adjunctive specialties. The eight major
subspecialties continue to be taught today and
they include:
Internal Medicine (Kayachikitsa)
General Surgery (Shalya Tantra)
Otorhinolaryngology (Shalakya)
Pediatrics and Obstetric/Gynecology
(Kaumarabhrtya)
Psychiatry (Bhutavidya)

Toxicology (Agada Tantra)

Nutrition, Detoxification and Rejuvenation

(Rasayana Tantra)
Fertility and Virility (Vajikarana)

For every disease, there is

information about: definition, etiology,
prodrome, clinical symptoms,
pathophysiology, prognosis, principles of
treatment, medicines, diet, lifestyle
recommendations, and even etymology.
This approach is strikingly similar to that
of modern medicine and even more

Over the last century, Ayurvedic

Medicine has experienced a rebirth and
has continued to evolve its holistic
approach to health in accordance with
modern needs and scientific advances of
the day. Today, modern Ayurveda also
includes:
Kulam Svastyam Kutumbakam:
Principles of Preventative
Healthcare For the Entire Family
Sangakara Chikitsa: Treatment of
Addictions. Includes strategies for

Panchakarma Chikitsa: Purification

and Rejuvenation Treatments.

Prescribed with respect to one's individual
nature, work, social circumstance, age, and
season.
Sthaulya Chikitsa: This discipline covers
practical and effective approaches to
maintain a healthy weight through
constitutionally-determined diet, exercise,
herbs, spices, teas, breathing, and
psychological aids.

Vatavyadhi Chikitsa: Specific treatment plans for

the diseases of Vata origin which affect the
musculoskeletal system and nervous system
(joints, bones, muscles, nerves) Examples include
but are not limited to: osteoarthritis, osteoporosis,
osteopenia, multiple sclerosis, spondylosis, sciatica,
fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue syndrome.
Svabhaavoparamavaada: Promotion of selfhealing and resistance to disease (i.e. immunity) as
per your age, sex, occupation, nature, daily routine,
medical history, mental status, season, and region.

Vajikarana: Specific remedies for Male

infertility and impotence as well as Female

infertility.
Saundarya Sadhana: Beauty and
cosmetic treatments for men and women,
including skin, hair, eyes, posture, body
odor, and general appearance

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