Abstract

CONCEPTUAL STUDY OF NAISTHIKI CHIKITSA - A REVIEW

Dr. Kalpana Chaurasiya*, Dr. Arun Bhatkar, Dr. Manoj Nimbalkar, Dr. Ashvin Bagde, Dr. Sonali Fulkar

Abstract

Ayurveda describes multiple dimensions of treatment aimed not only at alleviating disease but also at attaining ultimate liberation from suffering. For healthy people to get rid of pain or miseries from life had been the quest. Since time immemorial Shad Darshanas have tried to explain it in their terms whereas ayurveda profoundly described Naisthiki Chikitsa for it. Naisthiki Chikitsa represents the highest form of therapy, focusing on the complete eradication of Duḥkha through the elimination of its root cause, Avidya (ignorance). Unlike Yuktivyapashraya and Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa, which address physical and metaphysical aspects of disease respectively, Naisthiki Chikitsa is fundamentally spiritual and philosophical in nature. This conceptual study aims to explore the meaning, classical references, principles, and clinical relevance of Naisthiki Chikitsa through an analytical review of Ayurvedic and allied philosophical texts. The study highlights its role in achieving Moksha and its relevance in holistic health and mental well being.

Keywords: Naisthiki Chikitsa, Moksha, Avidya, Dukha Nivritti, Spiritual Therapy.