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@article{188567,
        author = {Dr Maheswari Rajaram Terkar and Dr Vivek Vasantrao Kulkarni},
        title = {Structural Significance of Asthi Sharir in Osteoporosis – An Ayurvedic Perspective: A Review},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {7},
        pages = {1860-1864},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=188567},
        abstract = {Osteoporosis is a major global public health concern characterized by progressive reduction in bone mass, compromised bone quality, and increased susceptibility to fractures. Conventional biomedical science attributes osteoporosis to an imbalance between bone formation and resorption influenced by hormonal changes, nutritional deficiencies, aging, and genetic predisposition. Ayurveda, however, presents a unique structural and functional perspective through the concept of Asthi Sharir, which includes the formation, nourishment, maintenance, and degeneration of bone tissue (Asthi Dhatu) within the broader Dhatu Poshana framework. Classical Ayurvedic texts describe Asthi as one of the seven fundamental dhatus whose integrity is dependent upon the proper functioning of Agni, balanced Dosha, and unobstructed srotas. This review aims to bridge the conceptual framework of Asthi Sharir with modern osteobiology to provide a comprehensive understanding of osteoporosis. It examines classical structural classifications of bones, the role of Vata dosha in Asthi Kshaya, and the significance of Majja Dhatu in maintaining bone resilience. Furthermore, the review analyzes correlations between Ayurvedic pathogenesis and modern molecular mechanisms of bone demineralization and trabecular deterioration. The discussion highlights Ayurvedic preventive and therapeutic principles—including diet, lifestyle, Rasayana therapies, and Asthi-vriddhikara herbs—that may support skeletal health and mitigate osteoporosis progression. The synthesis of Ayurvedic and modern scientific insights offers a holistic approach for understanding and managing osteoporosis.},
        keywords = {Asthi Sharir; Osteoporosis; Asthi Kshaya; Majja Kshaya; Ayurveda; Vata Dosha; Bone microarchitecture; Dhatu Poshana; Rasayana therapy; Asthishrinkhala.},
        month = {December},
        }