Abstract

Dr. Prashant Janardhan Divthane*, Dr. Nandkishor Sukhadeo Pise and Dr. Maya Asit Thakare

ABSTRACT

Shalakya Tantra is stream of Ayurveda which deals with problem of Urdhwajatru (parts of body located above clavicle bone; eye, ear, nose and throat etc.). The branch mainly utilizes Shalaka Yantras which are rod like instruments for therapeutic purposes. As per modern science this stream can be correlated with E.N.T. and ophthalmology. Shalakya tantra involves various Chikitsas including Karnachikitsa, Nethrachikitsa, Mukharogachikita, Shirorogachikitsa and Nasachikitsa, etc. Charak Samhita, Sushrut Samhita and Ashtanga Hrudaya all of them encompasses literatures related to the Shalakya Tantra. As per modern science this modality helps to treat different pathological conditions like; conjunctivitis, glaucoma, eye allergies, cataract, ear infections and nasal problems, etc. The surgical and para-surgical methods also described in traditional texts of Ayurveda under heading of Shalakya Tantra for the management of disorders of ear, eyes, nose and throat, etc. Present article described general therapeutic approaches of Shalkya Tantra as per ancient Ayurveda.