Abstract

ROLE OF SHAT KRIYAKAL IN DISEASE DIAGNOSIS: A REVIEW ARTICAL

Nisha Mor* Phd Scholar and Shashank Nautiyal

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Abstract

The concept of Kriya Kala in Ayurveda is essential for understanding the stages of disease progression and determining the appropriate timing for intervention and treatment. This approach, which can be likened to the modern understanding of disease pathogenesis, is thoroughly explained by Acharya Susruta in the 21st chapter of Sutrasthana, where he outlines the six stages of Shatkriyakala. Sanchaya, Prakopa, Prasara, Sthansamshraya, Vyaktavastha and Bhedavastha. Kriya means action or treatment, and Kala means time or period. Thus, Shatkriyakala refers to the 'appropriate periods to take action or treatment.' In Ayurveda, the Prayojana, or purpose, is twofold: the maintenance of health in a healthy person, which is achieved by following Ritucharya (Seasonal routines), Dinacharya (Daily routines), and Sadvritta (Moral and ethical conduct); and the curing of disease in a diseased person through therapeutic measures. Before studying the pathological conditions of the body, a physician must first understand the normal functions and structures of the body based on the concepts of dosha, dushya, and srotas. Kriya Kala aids the doctor in adopting an appropriate line of treatment by assessing the condition of the vitiated doshas using their intellect and knowledge.

Keywords: Shad kriya kaal, Diagnosis, Prognosis.