DEPARTMENT OF SHALAKYA TANTRA



ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Shalakya Tantra is an important branch of Ayurveda dealing with the diseases situated above the clavicle concerned with the disorders of Ear, Nose, Throat, Eye, Dental,Head and Neck.The Department imparts Under Graduate education with the aim of hand to hand training in examination, Technical training in diagnosis and management along with special emphasis on Ayurvedic treatment procedures like

  • Kriya Kalpa
  • Netra-Tarpana,Aschyotana,Putapaka,Seka,Anjana,Vidalaka
  • Karna-Karanapurana,Dhoopana
  • Shira-Dhara,Pichu,Abhyanga,Moordnitaila
  • Mukha- Kavala,Gandushak
  • Nasa-Nasyakarna,Nasadhoopana
  • Danta-Utpatana,Pratisarana
  • Eye Exercises, Basti etc along with surgical training in the concerned field. This department is also concerned with prevention of contagious diseases, Preventiveand Promotional aspects of health, etc. in accordance with the syllabus and curriculum prescribed by the Central Council of Indian Medicine.

VISION

  • To develop highly qualified professional leaders in Shalakya Tantra specialty and health care systems enriched with excellent skills in clinical diagnosis and management, communication, research and services enabling them to get connected.

MISSION

  • To educate and develop competent, ethically sound and socially responsible Shalakya experts.
  • To produce trained professionals for diagnosis and management of Ophthalmic, ENT and Dental disorders.
  • To produce proficient experts in Clinical application of Kriya Kalpa and other therapeutic procedures.
  • To provide skillful training to scholar’s in Ashtawidhashastrakarma.
  • To carry out quality research work in the areas of metabolic and life style disorders related to Shalakya specialty.
  • To carry out quality research work in collaboration with outstanding national and international university and research organization of repute.

UTILITY

  • Preventive Care

    • Promoting eye health : Shalakya Tantra provides guidance on diet, lifestyle, and daily routines to prevent eye disorders.
    • Preventing hearing loss : Techniques like Karna Purana help maintain ear health and prevent hearing loss.
    • Maintaining nasal health : Nasya therapy helps prevent respiratory issues and maintains nasal health.


  • Curative Care

    • Treating eye disorders : Shalakya Tantra offers various treatments for eye disorders like cataracts, glaucoma, and conjunctivitis.
    • Managing ear, nose, and throat disorders : Treatments like Kriyakalpa and Anjana help manage disorders like tonsillitis, sinusitis, and ear infections.
    • Relieving headaches and migraines : Shalakya Tantra techniques like Nasya and Anjana help relieve headaches and migraines.


  • Kapalagata roga

    • Saundarya chikitsa : Mukhalepa
    • Keshya chikitsa : Treatments like Kriyakalpa and Anjana help manage disorders like tonsillitis, sinusitis, and ear infections.
    • Hair fall, Dandruf, Premature greying of hairs,Dryness of hairs, coloring of hair, Herbal keratin treatment, Brital hairs, Baldness, Straghting of hairs Dant chikitsha-Tooth extraction, Jalandar banda vidhi Bleeding gums, Rakt mokshan chikitsha
    • Panchkarma chikitsa
    • Marma chikitsa


  • Promoting Overall Well-being


    • Enhancing cognitive function : Shalakya Tantra techniques like Nasya and Anjana help improve memory, concentration, and cognitive function.
    • Supporting mental health : The branch emphasizes the importance of mental well- being and offers techniques to manage stress, anxiety, and depression.
    • Maintaining overall health : Shalakya Tantra provides guidance on diet, lifestyle, and daily routines to maintain overall health and well-being.


  • Economic and Social Benefits


    • Cost-effective treatments : Shalakya Tantra treatments are often cost-effective and affordable, making them accessible to a wider population.
    • Reducing healthcare burden : By promoting preventive care and providing curative treatments, Shalakya Tantra can help reduce the healthcare burden on individuals and society.


    • Preserving traditional knowledge : Shalakya Tantra helps preserve traditional Ayurvedic knowledge and promotes cultural heritage.
The utilities of Shalakya Tantra are vast and multifaceted, offering benefits for individuals, communities, and society as a whole.

UNIQUE FEATURES

Shalakya Tantra, an ancient Ayurvedic branch, has several unique features that set it apart :
Diagnostic Technique

  • Ashtavidha Pariksha : Eight-fold examination method, Including pulse diagnosis, urine analysis, and tongue examination.
  • Shalakya Pariksha : Specialized examination techniques for eye, ear, nose, and throat disorders.
  • Treatment Modalities :
    • Kriyakalpa : Various surgical procedures, including cataract surgery and tonsillectomy.
    • Anjana : Collyrium therapy, using medicated eye drops to treat eye disorders.
    • Nasya : Nasal administration of herbal oils or powders to treat respiratory and neurological disorders.
    • Karna Purana :Filling the ear with warm herbal oil to treat ear disorders.

  • Herbal Preparations :
    • Triphala : A combination of three herbs (Amalaki, Haritaki, and Bibhitaki) used to treat various eye, ear, nose, and throat disorders.
    • Saptamrita Lauha : A herbal preparation used to treat eye disorders, including cataracts.

  • Unique Concepts :
    • Pratimarsha Nadi : A concept that describes the relationship between the eyes and the nervous system.
    • Shalakya Agni : The concept of digestive fire specific to the eyes, ears, nose, and throat.

  • Holistic Approach :
    • Integration with Yoga and Meditation : Shalakya Tantra emphasizes the importance of yoga and meditation in maintaining eye, ear, nose, and throat health.Shalakya Tantra emphasizes the importance of yoga and meditation in maintaining eye, ear,nose, and throat health.
    • Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations : Personalized advice on diet, lifestyle, and daily routines to prevent and manage disorders.

These unique features demonstrate the richness and depth of Shalakya Tantra, offering a comprehensive approach to maintaining eye, ear, nose, and throat health.

REACH US

Mithima Campus, Shekhpur (Vad) Road, Vadnagar, Gujarat.
02761 222977, 02761 222025

Links


Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar
NCISM, New Delhi
AYUSH, Govt. of Gujarat

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