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To explore Ayurvedic principles for managing chronic kidney disease and improving renal health.

March 30, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Restoring Renal Health Through Ayurvedic Management of Chronic Kidney Disease

Key Points

To explore Ayurvedic principles for managing chronic kidney disease and improving renal health.
Review of Ayurvedic texts and principles related to kidney function and health.
Correlation of kidney function with Ayurvedic concepts like Vata, Pitta, Kapha, and Agni.
Discussion of therapeutic modalities available in Ayurveda for CKD management.
Highlights the importance of balancing doshas for optimal kidney function.
Identifies specific symptoms related to kidney issues in Ayurvedic terms, such as Mutrakrichra and Mutraghata.
Presents an individualized approach to CKD management based on Ayurvedic evaluation.

Abstract

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a Progressive, Irreversible decline in Renal function that leads to Metabolic and Systemic disturbances. Despite advancements in Modern Nephrology, CKD continues to be a major Global health burden. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, offers a holistic framework for understanding kidney pathophysiology and provides individualized approaches for management. According to Ayurvedic principles, Kidneys can be correlated with Vrikka, which forms the Moolasthana (root structure) of Mutravaha Srotas (urinary system). Proper function of these channels depends on the equilibrium of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha doshas, along with optimal Agni (metabolic fire). When these are deranged, renal function deteriorates, manifesting as Mutrakrichra (dysuria), Mutraghata (urinary obstruction), and chronic renal insufficiency. This article discusses Ayurvedic principles, pathogenesis, and therapeutic modalities applicable in CKD management.

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