A CONCEPTUAL STUDY OF MASANUMASIK VRUDHI: A REVIEW

Abstract

Background: Garbh Masanumasicvriddhi has its own clinical concept. Many Acharyas have given theory offetal development; especially Acharya Sushruta has described fetal development in detail with unique approach. Aim and Objectives: In this study, we would like to share the applied aspect of month wise development of GARBH, according to Ayurvedic texts and Acharya specially SUSHRUTA SAMHITA. In Brihatrayi the GARBH MASANUMASIC VRIDDHI is described in detail - This description has important clinical aspects which should be applied in clinical practices. Material: Ayurvedic Samhita and their commentaries, modern embryology books,published research papers, articles, medical journals and internet. Methods: Type of study - Conceptual study. Results: For example in fourth month GarbhAnga - Pratyang are distinctly developed and manifestation of heart occurs. From above description it is obvious that this month is important for the preventive aspect of heart disease- hypertension, ischemic heart disease, valvular disease etc. In this month, Garbhini should be advised to take proper Ahara, Vihar and Hridya drugs to prevent heart disease. Conclusion: Similarly, the Anga- pratyangas which get developed in a particular month should be studied in above mannered applied aspect w.s.r. to Garbh MasanumasikVruddhi.

Keywords: Garbh, MasanumasikVruddhi, AngaPratyang