Abstract

A REVIEW ARTICLE ON VIBANDHA (CONSTIPATION)

Dr. Poornima Yadav*, Dr. Vishal Verma, Dr. Sheetal Verma, Dr. Sourmi and Dr. Saurabh Yadav

ABSTRACT

Vibandha is a most common complaint of digestive system due to faulty life style. Although Vibandha (constipation) is not described in Ayurveda text separately but has been discussed under Apana-vaigunya, Purisavaha Srotodusti and Krura Koshtha which occurs due to predominance of vata. Thus all the factors manifesting Purishvahasrotodushti for Vibandha. This condition can be understood from constipation in contemporary science, Constipation is a condition in which an individual experiences uncomfortable or infrequent bowel movements. This is brought about by numerous causative factors amongst them three major causes which include dietary, mental and lifestyle factors. The aim of this present study is to understand the pathophysiology of Vibandha (constipation) properly and its management with its Ayurvedic perspectives.

Keywords: Vibandha, Constipation, Krura Koshtha, Apanavata vaigunya, Purisavaha Srotodusti.