ROLE OF RASAYANA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF GERIATRICS

Abstract

The development of any country depends on the number of youths, but with the continuous improvement in life expectancy, the number of older persons has been increasing regularly over the past few decades. With the increase in the number of elderly people, the problems of old age is also increasing. Therefore, there is an urgent need to consider this area. Geriatric in Ayurveda is the branch of medicine that deals with aging problems. The word Rasayana(rasa+ayana) refers to the nourishment and formation of best qualities of the Dhatus, promots Jatharagni and Dhatwagni. It rejuvenate the body on both physical and mental health.So Rasayana is one of the best Vayasthapak(increase healthy life span) and complete health care measures for old aged people. The present article takes review on use of Rasayana in Geriatric health care.