Holistic Approaches to Shirashula: A Review of Ayurvedic Strategies and Practices

Authors

  • Gaytri Dhaker MD Scholar PG, Department of Panchakarma, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. Author https://orcid.org/0009-0009-8414-299X
  • Sarvesh Kumar Singh Associate Professor, Department of Panchakarma, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. Author
  • Kshipra Rajoria Assistant Professor, Department of Panchakarma, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. Author
  • Sangeeta Swavat MD Scholar PG, Department of Kriya Sharir, National Institute of Ayurved, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48165/IRJAY.2024.70803

Keywords:

Ayurveda treatment, Panchakarma procedure, Vata dosha, Vatika Shirahshula

Abstract

INTRODUCTION:Vatika Sirashula refers to headaches caused by an imbalance in the Vata dosha, one of the three fundamental dosha in Ayurveda. Vata dosha, characterized by qualities such as  rukshata(dryness),  sheeta(coldness), and chala(movement) especially, plays a critical role in maintaining bodily functions. When Vata is aggravated, it can lead to various health issues, including Vatika Sirashula, which manifests as shula (pain) and arati (discomfort)  in Siro pradesha. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: Understanding  the Ayurvedic perspective on Vatika Sirashula, including its causes, symptoms, and treatment strategies through Panchakarma procedures. MATERIAL AND METHODS :Different classical Ayurvedic texts, websites, journals and research articles were referred in above context. DISCUSSION: Shirashula, characterized by tension headaches and migraines in Ayurveda, is discussed in terms of its etiology, sign & symptoms and treatment strategies. The review highlights the condition's multifaceted nature, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach that combines dietary management, herbal remedies, and lifestyle modifications to address both the symptoms and underlying imbalances. This integrated methodology aims to restore dosha equilibrium and provide long-term relief. CONCLUSION: Vatik sirahshula can be understand as a tension type headache as per current scenario panchkarma procedure  like Nasya ,shirodhara ,shirobasti etc. Have great potential to over come it  .

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Author Biographies

  • Gaytri Dhaker, MD Scholar PG, Department of Panchakarma, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.

    M.D. Scholar, Dept of panchkarma, NIA, DU, Jaipur, Rajasthan

    Orcid id - https://orcid.org/0009-0009-8414-299X

  • Sarvesh Kumar Singh, Associate Professor, Department of Panchakarma, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.

    Associate Professor, Dept of Panchkarma, NIA, DU, Jaipur, Rajasthan

  • Kshipra Rajoria, Assistant Professor, Department of Panchakarma, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.

    Assistant Professor, Dept of Panchkarma, NIA, DU, Jaipur, Rajasthan

  • Sangeeta Swavat, MD Scholar PG, Department of Kriya Sharir, National Institute of Ayurved, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.

    Dept of Kriya Sharir, NIA, DU, Jaipur

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Published

2024-09-03

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 8 (2024): International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga (Aug)

Section

Review Article

How to Cite

Dhaker, . G., Singh, . . S. K., Rajoria, . K., & Swavat, . S. (2024). Holistic Approaches to Shirashula: A Review of Ayurvedic Strategies and Practices. International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga, 7(8), 13-20. https://doi.org/10.48165/IRJAY.2024.70803
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