Open AccessREVIEW ON GERIATRICS THROUGH AYURVEDA
Author(s) -
Dinesh Todkari
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
international ayurvedic medical journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2320-5091
DOI - 10.46607/iamj.3309012021
Subject(s) - christian ministry , geriatrics , population ageing , medicine , alternative medicine , population , gerontology , older people , health care , psychiatry , political science , environmental health , pathology , law
In Ayurveda human life is classified in 3 states like Balyavastha, Tarunyavastha and Vardhakyavastha. Old age is supposed to be the most sensitive phase of life and needs utmost comfort and care. Today 8.5% of people worldwide are aged above 65 and over. According to 2016 report by the ministry for statistics and programme implementation, India has 103.9 million elderly, people above age 60, about 8.5% of the population. This projected growth in the older population has the potential to place significant burdens on healthcare and support services. Aims and Objectives: To study the concept of Jara and to explore the pre-ventive and possible treatment through Ayurveda. Materials and Methods: Classical texts of Ayurveda with respect to Jara and previous research work on ageing was studied, compiled, analyzed and presented in a systemic manner. Discussion: In Ashtang Ayurveda Jarachikitsa is considered as an independent separate branch which shows its importance. In Ayurveda the branch which deals with geriatric disorders is known as rejuvenating therapy (Rasayanchikitsa). Conclusion: Ayurveda is the science of life and longevity which has potential of preventing and curing geriatric diseases. Multi-dimensional approach of Ayurveda in pre-vention of early ageing and curing disorders of the elderly may provide some new hope. Present review work throws light on measures of geriatrics care through Ayurveda.