Abstract

IMPORTANCE OF AYURVEDIYA SHARIR IN MODERN ERA

*Dr. Hiteshwar Lonare and Dr. Minakshi Randive

Abstract

Introduction: Shaareera is the study of anatomy and physiology of the body. Acharya Charaka stated that each physician should possess comprehensive knowledge of Shareera, i.e. well versed in Shaareera Shastra. Only the physician who has a good knowledge of Shareera (body structure and functions), will be able to teach, preach and handle Ayurveda precision. Only he or she can help in giving to the world a true knowledge of Ayurveda in its right sense. Aims and Objective: 1) To study the importance of Ayurvediya Sharir in Modern era. 2) To study the concept of Ayurvediya Sharir in detail. Materials and Method: Various Ayurvedic classic texts like Charak Samhita, Susruta Samhita, Astanga Samgrah, Astanga Hridya, have been used for this study as source materials. Discussion: Sharir Pramana is the only tool for determine the Ayu of an individual. This complete knowledge about Sharir at all times is very much essential for a physician in order to provide a healthy life for mankind. Marma therapy is the original point system of healing in the body. It plays an important for surgery. Conclusion: Thorough Knowledge of human body with respect to its anatomical and physiological aspects is essential for a physician to master over the medical science. Comprehensive treatment cannot be done without precise knowledge of the human body or Shareera. This knowledge can be obtained only through elaborate study of Shaareera vigyana.

Keywords: Ayurvediaya Sharir, Marma, Pramana.