About Author
Tayade D1,Gulhane D2,Borkar D3,
1 Professor Dpt of Kayachikitsa, Smt. Shalinitai Meghe Ayurved College Bhilewada Bhandara
2 Associate Professor, Head, Department of Kayachikitsa, Government Ayurved College Nagpur
3 Professor, Head, Department of Forensic Medicine , Government Medical College Bhandara
Correspondence Address
Dr. Vaishali Ekanath Tayade
Prof. , Head Dpt of Kayachikitsa
Smt. Shalinitai Meghe Ayurved College Bhilewada Bhandara
Contact No. : 9404582988, Email : vaishalitayde1979@rediffmail.com
Date of Acceptance : 29 Dec 2025
Date of Publication : 31 Dec 2025
Article ID : SD-IJAY_158
How to cite this article : http://doi.org/10.55552/SDNJAY.2025.3412
Abstract
A historical review involves the systematic study and critical analysis of past events to understand their development and implications. History plays a vital role in shaping society, as it provides valuable insights into human behavior and social evolution. It serves as a repository of knowledge that allows for critical examination of past experiences and events, thereby helping to interpret their influence on present and future developments related to life processes. Verification and reinterpretation of historical facts guide researchers in generating new perspectives and advancing scientific inquiry.
Amavata is described as a pathological condition arising from the accumulation of Ama along with aggravated Vata, which circulates through the Dhamanis and becomes localized in various joints. This leads to clinical manifestations such as pricking pain, inflammation, and restricted joint movements, which closely resemble the features of rheumatoid arthritis.¹ Although Amavata is not described as a distinct disease entity in the Brihattrayi (the classical trio of major Ayurvedic texts), it was first systematically introduced by Acharya Madhavakara, one of the eminent authors of the Laghutrayi, in the 7th century AD in his treatise Madhavanidana, a classical text on Ayurvedic diagnostics.
Therefore, the present work focuses on the historical review of Amavata to trace the evolution of its conceptual understanding. Such an analysis aids in comprehending the changing etiological factors influenced by evolving lifestyle patterns over time and facilitates the formulation of more precise and effective treatment protocols.³³
KEY WORDS:- Ayurveda, Amavata, Brihattrayi, Laghutrayi, Madhavakara, Ama, Vata, Dhamanis, Madhavanidana.