Sandhi-Gata-Vata (osteoarthritis) is common amongst the elderly and obese persons. Since knee is the weight bearing joint it is more susceptible to wear and tear. It is largely seen in the population and known to be major cause for chronic disability.

The treatment measures in case of Sandhi-Gata-Vata are mainly aimed at Bramhana. Like Abyanga,Janu basti,Basti and internal medication in case of Dhatu Kshyajanya Sandhigata vata. Incase of Avaranajanya Sandhigatavata the procedures like Agnikarma, Raktamokshana and Upnaha Etc. may be used.  It is hoped that this compilation will boost the confidence of the Ayurvedic physicians while managing SandhigataVata.

Authors:
Vd.Vivek Kulloli - P.G.scholar                                             Vd.Hemant.D.Toshikhane - Asst. Professor

Rasayana, or rejuvenation, is a therapy through which one can achieve the aim of Ayurveda. It not only helps in maintaining health, it also enhances the bala (strength), thus developing the vyadhiksamatwa (immunity).

            Sushurata?s school of Surgery emphasizes Rasayana chikitsa (rejuvenation therapies) for repairing wear and tear of the body due to aging or disease. This treatment is planed in three ways,

Preoperative

Postoperative

Adjuvant therapy

Authors:

• Dr. M.D.Samudri, PG scholar, Dept. of Shalya Tantra           
• Dr. Hemant D.Toshikhane, Asst. Prof. Dept. of P.G. Studies in Shalya Tantra   
• Dr. P.Hemantha Kumar,  

  Asst. Prof. & Head Dept. of P.G. Studies in Shalya Tantra, S.D.M.College of Ayurveda Hassan Karnataka India.