INTEGRATING HASTYĀYURVÉDA (AN ANCIENT TREATISE ON GAJA-CHIKITSĀ) INTO VETERINARY MEDICINE: NEW DIRECTION FOR RESEARCH AND PRACTICE
Sapana Choudhary*, Dr. Geetha Kanchan and Dr. Ch. Ramadevi
ABSTRACT
Ayurveda's holistic approach extends beyond human health to nourish and treat the well-being of animals and plants. In the past, Ayurveda expanded into various horizons such as V?uk?a and Pasu-Ayurveda. Hastyayurveda, a subsect of Pasu-Ayurveda by Palakapya, focuses on elephant health and treatment. However, there is limited literature on this subject, which hinders research and innovation. It serves as a comprehensive and rare resource on gaja-chikitsa. Therefore, there is significant potential for further study to illuminate these subjects and samhitas, advancing Ayurveda and inspiring future scholars, practitioners, educators, and students to uncover concealed information and investigate such samhitas.
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