REVIEW OF VATAVYADHI w.s.r TO CHARAK SAMHITA

Abstract

Ayurveda is an ‘Ancient Science of life’. Ayurveda proposes the concept of Dosha- Dhatu-Mala as one of its basic principles. It classifies biological elements in the body as Vata, Pitta, Kapha. Tridosha begin their role as soon as life starts. These Tridosha maintain the body when they are normal and balanced, termed as Sukha and if there is imbalance and abnormality in these three Dosha, individual become diseased termed as the Dukha. movement of the other two Dosha. ‘Maharogaadhyaya’ of Charak samhita explains classification of diseases Out of the three Dosha, Vata Dosha is considered supreme because it regulates all functions in the body including according to Doshapradhanya namely Samanyaj and Nanatamaj Vyadhi. The diseases caused due to only one Dosha are termed as Nanatamaj Vyadhi. Vatavyadhi are group of disorders particularly caused by only “Vata dosha”. An attempt is made to review various types of Vatavyadhi from Charak Samhita. After critical review, it can be concluded that vitiated Vata can cause various types of diseases, depending upon the Hetu, affected Ashaya, Avayav, Dhatu, Indriya. Detailed study of Vatavyadhi Hetu, Samprapti, types and prognostic factors etc. are very important for academic and clinical success. Thus, understanding of Vatavyadhi helps to decide pathogenesis, prognosis and precise treatment modalities. Keywords: Avrita Vata, Dhatugatvata, Dhatukshaya, Vatavyadhi.