Abstract

Dr. Gajanan Sopanrao Wayal*, Dr. Pratiksha Sudhakar Dhurgude and Dr. Rakhi Ram Kulkarni

ABSTRACT

Ayurveda classics emphasized concept of “Srotomayam hi shariram” which indicates that human body is comprises of innumerable minute channels which helps to perform transportation of many nutrients and waste. Ayurveda described these minute channels as Srotas which govern gross and subtle energetic. Srotas are macro and micro pathways of body which are filtering, leaking and secreting in nature. Srotas are systems of body in which material get metabolized, transported and secreted. Srotas transport nutrients thus potentiates Dhatus and helps to built up body, Srotas perform elimination of waste and maintain normal circulatory process of body. Srotas are fine passages and pores present in the body, the improper functioning of Srotas can leads pathological problems therefore normal working of these micro-channels is important for good health and well being. Sira, Dhamani, Rasayani, Rasavahini, Pantha, Niketa, Marga and Sharir chidra, etc. are associated structure or synonyms of Srotas. Present article emphasizes Ayurveda concepts of Srotas and their physiological role in the body.