Abstract

A REVIEW ON AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE OF SPORTS INJURIES AND ITS MANAGEMENT

Bhagya Shaji*, Rakesh R. N. and Rajneesh V. Giri

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Abstract

Athletes are prone to injuries because of various reasons such as improper training, lack of awareness, and poor technique. Sports medicine is a specialized field that helps in preventing, diagnosing, and treating such injuries. Ayurveda, the ancient science of life, provides valuable insights into sports injuries through its well-defined concepts mentioned in classical texts like Sushruta Samhita, Charaka Samhita, and Ashtanga Hridaya. These concepts, such as Bhagna (fractures), Sandhimukta (dislocations) and Sadyovrana (acute wounds), offer a comprehensive framework for understanding and managing sports injuries within the Ayurvedic context. By effectively correlating these concepts with the specific characteristics of sports injuries, Ayurveda can play a crucial role in developing a robust and effective sports medicine system.

Keywords: Sportsmedicine, Agnikarma, Raktamoksha, Sukhchestaprasara.