Abstract

MANAGEMENT OF TIMIRA (PRESBYOPIA) IN AYURVEDA- A REVIEW

Dr. Ashok Kumar*

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Abstract

Acharya Sushruta has mentioned that prevention of eye diseases should be the utmost aim rather than its curative aspect. Timira is considered as a disease affecting the Drishti characterized by progressive painless loss of near vision (Presbyopia). Due to excessive near work like use of VDUs (Visual Display Units), tailoring proffession, working on microscope and other professionals requiring more near work develop presbyopia in early age. There is no any satisfactory method in modern science except prescribing glasses for preventing Presbyopia. Ayurveda treatment modalities play a great role with much more efficacy in the management of Timira such as Presbyopia. Acharyas explained the various treatment i.e. Topical as well as Systemic. So an Ayurvedic approach towards this illness is discussed here.

Keywords: Timira, Presbyopia, Patala, Krichhrasadhya.