CONCEPT OF JANUSANDHIGATAVATA REVIEW ARTICLE

Dr. Ramesh Prasad Gupta* and Prof. (Dr.) B. B. Khutia

ABSTRACT

SandhiGataVata (SGV) is explained in Ayurveda under vatavyadhi, the concept of Gata vata is explained among Tridosha, and Vata is responsible for all Cheshta and all diseases. In old age, all Dhatu beings undergo Kshaya, which leads to Vata Prakopa and makes the individual prone to many diseases. Aging and Obesity are the major factors for increased occurrence of osteoarthritis. The Shamana procedures like Snehana, Swedana, Lepa, Bandhana, Agni Karma and Raktamokshana are emphasized in Ayurveda to provide relief from pain & swelling and restore mobility. Hence it is planned to conceptual study on JanuSandhigata Vata.

Keywords: JanuSandhigataVata, Dhatukshaya, Gatavata.