Anatomical and Physiological Aspects of Asthi Shaarira; Ayurvedic Management of Related Abnormalities
Abstract
The three basic elements that maintain the body's structure and function are Dhatu, Dosha, and Mala. Dhatu's primary functions are support and nourishment. Asthi Dhatu is one of the seven Dhatus that provides stability, support, and structural integrity to human body. Healthy Asthi Dhatu allows the body to maintain normal posture and engage in regular physical activity. The diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal problems require a deep comprehension of Asthi Sharira, or the anatomy and physiology of bones and joints. The main purposes of Asthi, according to Ayurveda are Deha Dharana, Majja Pushti and giving attachment and support to Mamsa and Snayu. Asthi connects various bodily parts, facilitates movement, maintains posture, and helps in the nutrition of neural tissue to construct the stiff internal skeleton of the body. The Sushruta Samhita lists 300 bones, which are divided into 63 in the head and neck, 117 in the trunk and 140 in the extremities. Asthi Sharira disorders can result from pathological diseases, trauma, surgical damage, or malnutrition. Several Vikaras such as Adhyasthi, Asthishoola, Asthitoda, Kunakha and Vivarnata are described in classical Ayurvedic scriptures. Anchana, Pidana, Sankshepa and Bandhana, etc. are the tenets of Asthibhagna Chikitsa which restore anatomical continuity and improves functioning integrity.
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