Abstract

UNDERSTANDING VAJIKARANA CHIKITSA IN AYURVEDA: A CONCEPTUAL APPROACH

Dr. Vaibhav D. Kamble, *Dr. Ravindra S. Kharat

Abstract

Vajikarana, also known as Vrishya Chikitsa, is one of the eight branches of Ashtanga Ayurveda that deals with the enhancement of reproductive health, vitality, and sexual wellbeing. Ayurveda promotes healthy living through principles such as Dinacharya, Ritucharya, Sadvruta, Rasayana, and Vajikarana. The human body is composed of seven Dhatus, among which Shukra Dhatu is considered the most refined and is responsible for reproduction, strength, and vitality. As described in the Charaka Samhita, Vajikarana therapies help improve physical strength, sexual potency, and reproductive health, and are useful in managing conditions like infertility, erectile dysfunction, and premature ejaculation.In the present era, stress, unhealthy lifestyle, and environmental factors have increased reproductive health problems, making Vajikarana therapy highly relevant. This article aims to review the concept of Vajikarana in Ayurveda, its therapeutic importance, and its role in promoting reproductive health, physical vitality, and overall quality of life.

Keywords: Vajikarana, Vrishya Chikitsa, Shukra Dhatu, Reproductive health, Sexual vitality.