Significance of Srotorodha
Srotorodha is a significant concept in Ayurveda referring to the blockage or obstruction in the body's channels, known as srotas. This obstruction can lead to the accumulation of doshas, resulting in various health issues such as inflammation, metabolic waste buildup, and complications in conditions like muscular dystrophy and joint pain. It affects the flow of essential nutrients and contributes to reproductive health problems, tissue ischemia, and other disorders. Understanding Srotorodha is vital for addressing and managing health imbalances.
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The concept of Srotorodha in scientific sources
Srotorodha refers to the obstruction of bodily channels, leading to various health issues such as hyperlipidemia, liver dysfunction, and respiratory conditions. It underlines the significance of channel blockage in both physical discomfort and disease exacerbation.
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) Obstruction in the bodily channels (srotas) that disrupts the normal flow of bodily fluids and can lead to conditions such as NAFLD.[1] (2) Obstruction in the body's channels, such as fallopian tubes, that can lead to health complications like infertility.[2] (3) Refers to blockage in the body's channels (Srotas) that can lead to defective tissue metabolism and contribute to Medo Vridhi.[3] (4) A term in Ayurveda for the obstruction of bodily channels that can lead to disease, often due to accumulated Ama.[4] (5) A pathological condition in Ayurveda indicating a blockage or obstruction of bodily channels, significant in the context of pancreatitis.[5]
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) Obstruction of channels in the body that can contribute to various health issues, including obesity.[6] (2) The obstruction in the body channels (srotas) caused by the accumulation of excess fat.[7] (3) Obstruction in the channels of the body, which can cause disruptions in metabolic processes.[8] (4) Srotorodha refers to the blockage of channels in the body, which can hinder the healing process, particularly in Avascular necrosis.[9] (5) Obstruction in the channels of the body, which can occur due to the presence of Aam.[10]
From: AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)
(1) Obstruction in bodily channels, which can lead to the accumulation of toxins and subsequent diseases.[11] (2) The Ayurvedic concept of obstruction in the systemic channels, which can contribute to metabolic disorders including obesity.[12] (3) Obstruction of the body’s channels that can lead to metabolic issues and diseases.[13] (4) A concept in Ayurveda referring to the obstruction of channels, believed to contribute to the manifestation of respiratory diseases like Tamaka Shwasa.[14] (5) Srotorodha refers to obstruction in the bodily channels, which the treatment aims to alleviate for managing Amavata.[15]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine
(1) Srotorodha is a condition caused by the vitiation of Jalamahabhuta that can lead to various abnormalities and diseases due to the improper elimination of Kleda.[16] (2) The clogging or blockage of channels in the body caused by Ama, leading to various symptoms and health complications.[17] (3) In Ayurvedic medicine, refers to the blockage of channels in the body, which can lead to pain and discomfort in joints.[18] (4) A state of obstruction within the body’s channels, which can lead to swelling and contribute to symptoms seen in conditions like Shatapadi Damsha.[19] (5) A term referring to the obstruction of bodily channels that can result in Vata exacerbation leading to disease.[20]
From: Ayushdhara journal
(1) Obstruction of channels in the body caused by Ama or other pathological processes, which can lead to various diseases, including joint pain.[21] (2) Blockage of bodily channels, which can contribute to the pathology observed in conditions like ascites.[22] (3) The blockage or obstruction in the body's channels (Srotas) that can result in the accumulation of Doshas and disease.[23] (4) The obstruction in the channels of excretion, particularly relevant in the discussion of Ashmari and urinary health.[24]
From: Ancient Science of Life
(1) A term indicating obstruction of life energy (Prana Vayu), contributing to ischemia in heart diseases.[25] (2) Obstruction of channels in the body, leading to various health issues such as edema and digestive disorders.[26]