Abstract

ROLE OF RASAYANA IN GERIATRIC CARE

Dr. Rupal Yadav*, Dr. Manohar Ram and Dr. Ramnihor Tapsi Jaiswal

ABSTRACT

According to recent statistical data the elderly population is increasing worldwide and geriatric is emerging as a challenging speciality. In human body Dhatus gets degenerated as the age advance due to prolonged structural and functional changes. During old age we can not increase the capacity of Rasadi Dhatus, but they can be preserved and rejuvenated. Ayurveda is world most ancient and effective medicine system, gives us various concepts of drugs and remedies for healthy ageing. Rasayana therapy maintains the Rasadi Dhatu, enhance the memory, complexion, skin lustre, immunity, voice and preserve youth age. In present era Rasayana is only solution to prevent premature ageing and it is also ensure healthy life span. Here an attempt is made to discuss Rasayana property in Geriatric care.

Keywords: Rasayana, Geriatric, Ageing, Old age, Elder person.