PHYSIOLOGICAL, ANATOMICAL AND PATHOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF SANDHI: AN AYURVEDA AND MODERN REVIEW
Abstract
The meeting point of two or more constructions is defined as the Sandhi, modern definitions define a joint as the location where two or more bones articulate. Several Aacharyas have specified differing numbers of Sandhi in various Ayurveda texts. According to Aacharya Sushruta, there are 210 Sandhis in all, which are dispersed throughout the body and responsible for the movements inside the body. According to a remark by Aacharya Sushruta, only Asthi Sandhis should be considered when counting Sandhis, despite the fact that there are many Sandhis in our bodies that cannot be tallied. It is stated that to diagnose and treat joint problems, one must have a full understanding of the structure and operation of the joint. Hence, understanding the anatomy and physiology of joints is necessary. Considering this aspect present article explains physiological, clinical and pathological aspects of Sandhi as per ayurveda and modern view.
Keywords: Ayurveda, Sandhi Sharira, Asthi, Sandhi, Bones, Joints.
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